Black Opium Illicit Green
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2022 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Black Opium Intense
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A surprisingly zesty twist on the Black Opium DNA, Illicit Green is a creamy, figgy gourmand with a shot of green juice and coffee. Flirty, lively, and addictive for those who want their sweetness with a modern, fresh bite.
Black Opium Intense amps up the original's signature coffee-vanilla with an absinth twist, creating a rich, decadent, and unforgettable night-out statement. Not for the shy, this is a modern femme fatale in a bottle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 1% |
| Floral | 20% | 17% |
| Fruity | 16% | 13% |
| Green | 19% | 15% |
| Sweet | 32% | 40% |
| Warm | 5% | 12% |
| Woody | 4% | 7% |
| Earthy | 14% | 10% |
| Animalic | 2% | 2% |
| Fresh | 13% | 8% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The lush green and juicy fruity notes make it lively for spring, while the gourmand sweetness and coffee-vanilla base add depth for fall. It's versatile enough for cooler summer evenings and mild winter days, but not ideal for hot weather.
Occasions
Best worn on dates or casual outings where its playful, sweet energy shines. Suitable for the office in moderation, but the creamy gourmand and projection make it less optimal for formal or sporty settings.
Seasons
The deep coffee, vanilla, and absinth notes, along with its pronounced sweetness and warmth, make this ideal for fall and winter, while the berry and floral heart gives it enough lift for spring. It can be heavy and cloying in hot weather.
Occasions
This is a seductive, bold scent that shines for evening, date, and formal occasions due to its intense sweetness and projection. It's too powerful for most office or sport situations.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Gourmand, Floral accords and Vanilla, Coffee notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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