Black Opium Over Red Eau de Parfum vs Scandal Elixir

Black Opium Over Red

Edp	Concentration	Edp
F	Gender	M
2024	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	££

Scandal Elixir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Opium Over Red Eau de Parfum

A juicy, addictive cherry-vanilla gourmand with a creamy coffee twist, Black Opium Over Red is a bold, modern flanker that seduces with plush sweetness and a lingering, cozy warmth. Perfect for making memories after dark.

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Our Verdict - Scandal Elixir

Scandal Elixir Parfum is a decadent cherry-topped gourmand that wraps you in a plush, syrupy cloud. Not for the shy, it commands attention with nuclear performance and a seductive, almost edible trail.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	13%	12%
Floral	21%	25%
Fruity	18%	13%
Green	7%	2%
Sweet	36%	31%
Warm	6%	15%
Woody	4%	9%
Earthy	15%	16%
Animalic	2%	2%
Fresh	10%	8%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Only in Black Opium Over Red Eau de Parfum

Cherry 57% Mandarin 43%

Only in Scandal Elixir

Blackberry 29% Pink Pepper 24% Blood Orange 24% Bergamot 24%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 34% vs 15%

Only in Black Opium Over Red Eau de Parfum

Orange Blossom 34% Tea 31%

Only in Scandal Elixir

Iris 20% Gardenia 17% Ylang-Ylang 17% Cinnamon 16% Orris 15%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 35% vs 32%

Patchouli 28% vs 39%

Only in Black Opium Over Red Eau de Parfum

Coffee 36%

Only in Scandal Elixir

Benzoin 29%

Accords

Black Opium Over Red Eau de Parfum Scandal Elixir

100%

Sweet

95%

90%

Fruity

80%

85%

Gourmand

80%

Lactonic

60%

45%

Floral

Woody

40%

Creamy

Sweet shared

100%

95%

Fruity shared

90%

80%

Gourmand shared

85%

80%

Lactonic

60%

Floral

45%

Woody

40%

Creamy

Performance

Black Opium Over Red Eau de Parfum Scandal Elixir

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Beast (10+h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Opium Over Red Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

The juicy cherry, vanilla, and coffee warmth make this a perfect match for fall and winter, offering a cozy yet vibrant vibe in cold air. It can work in late spring evenings but is likely too rich and sweet for hot summer days.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

The bold, decadent sweetness and moderate projection make this a statement for date nights or formal events where you want to be noticed. Too sweet and attention-grabbing for sport or restrained office settings.

Scandal Elixir

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

The dense, sweet-gourmand composition with black cherry, vanilla, and tonka bean makes it ideal for cold winter and crisp autumn weather where its richness and warmth shine. It's too opulent and heavy for summer, but can work in spring evenings.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its bold projection and decadent sweetness make it perfect for evening dates and formal occasions, but it can overwhelm in the office or sporty settings. Best suited for night outs or when you want to be noticed.