Yves Saint Laurent 2019 EDP

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Black Opium Neon

by Olivier Cresp

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Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Neon is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Olivier Cresp. Black Opium Neon opens with Pitahaya, Citron, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Jasmine, and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Musk and Vanilla. Yves Saint Laurent's Black Opium Neon carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This flanker either dazzles with its electric, tropical sweetness or falls flat, lacking the original's depth. It's a divisive one, beloved by many for its youthful vibrancy but criticised by some for poor longevity and an occasional 'cleaning product' note. Not a blind buy, but worth sampling if you're after a fruitier OPIUM.
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  • Bold
  • Energetic
  • Confident
  • Playful
  • Sensual
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Black Opium Neon Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its sweet and energetic profile makes it well-suited for casual outings and dates, receiving many compliments. However, some find its intensity to be overpowering, decreasing its suitability for more formal or office settings.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Black Opium Neon opens with a vibrant, juicy burst of pitahaya and mandarin, painting a truly 'neon' picture. This exotic fruitiness then mellows into a heart of creamy coffee and radiant orange blossom, creating a sparkling floral sweetness. The base retains the Black Opium DNA, with a smooth, warm vanilla and soft musk that lingers on the skin, a touch less intense than its predecessor.

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