Yves Saint Laurent 2020 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Black Opium Storm Illusion

by Nathalie Lorson , Marie Salamagne , Olivier Cresp , Honorine Blanc

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Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Storm Illusion is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, and Honorine Blanc. Black Opium Storm Illusion opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Orange Blossom, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Tuberose, Coffee, and Licorice, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Musk, Cedar, and Patchouli. Yves Saint Laurent's Black Opium Storm Illusion carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This flanker of Black Opium is a solid 'like' for many, especially if you're into layering. It's got that pronounced coffee kick that stands out from the original, making it a fun-flirty option for casual escapades. Just don't pay full price for it.
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  • Playful
  • Bold
  • Modern
  • Confident
  • Feminine
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Black Opium Storm Illusion 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Spring Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its intimate projection and moderate longevity make it suitable for casual wear and dates without being overpowering. The playful and non-formal vibe expressed in reviews, combined with significant sweetness, lowers its suitability for 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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • 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 Storm Illusion opens with a bright, zesty burst of mandarin and pear, sharpened by pink pepper. As it settles, the heart reveals a unique coffee and almond blend, given an intriguing edge by licorice and a heady white floral embrace of tuberose and jasmine. The base finishes with a creamy vanilla, cashmere wood, and musk, grounded by patchouli and cedar for a smooth, lasting impression.

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