Black Opium type formula
The Black Opium formula is a type formula in the Amber family: 63 raw materials decoded by GC-MS and rebuilt so you can make it yourself, using materials you can order rather than captives no shop will sell you. It opens with Pear, Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom, a heart of Coffee, Jasmine, Bitter Almond, Licorice, settles on Vanilla, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Cashmeran. Below you can see the five main materials of Black Opium; unlock the formula for the complete list with exact percentages and dilutions, and recreate it yourself for a fraction of the retail price.
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How it worksIngredients in Black Opium
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Hedione | — | 24851-98-7 | |
| Galaxolide | — | 1222-05-5 | |
| Cis-3-Hexenyl Salicylate | — | 65405-77-8 | |
| Habanolide | — | 111879-80-2 |
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Anatomy of this formula
What follows is not published anywhere else: it comes from comparing this composition against the other 806 in the catalogue.
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Gold Incense 37 materials in common
- Alien Goddess 36 materials in common
- Paradoxe 36 materials in common
- Aura 34 materials in common
Complexity
63 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Richer than 91% of the formulas here: expect a long shopping list.
The shared backbone
Materials this formula holds in common with most of modern perfumery.
- Iso E Super in 725 of 806 formulas
- Hedione in 710 of 806 formulas
Reviews
4.3· 3 reviewsOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Jason MurrayVerified buyer
tested a bunch of Amber alternatives last month — this was the clear winner. if the performance was a touch better i'd give it 5, but the scent is beautiful.
- Zoey JamesVerified buyer
had to leave a review because the resemblance is unreal. 4 stars, would be 5 with better projection.
- Malik HolcombVerified buyer
i own both this and the original, and honestly this is scary close. lasts around 6-7 hours on my skin with moderate sillage. if you like the original, you'll love this.
FAQ
What is the Black Opium formula?
The Black Opium type formula is a Amber composition of 63 raw materials, decoded by GC-MS analysis and rewritten so every material can actually be bought. It is our own interpretation, not a copy of anyone's sheet.
What notes are in Black Opium?
Black Opium features notes of Pear, Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom, Coffee, Jasmine, Bitter Almond, Licorice, Vanilla, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Cashmeran.
How many ingredients does the Black Opium formula have?
The Black Opium formula contains 63 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Black Opium recipe?
Yes. The unlocked formula lists every material with its exact percentage and dilution, which is what you need to weigh it at home. The five main materials are public on this page; the rest of the list and the dosages come with the formula.
How much does it cost to make Black Opium at home?
Making your own Black Opium from the raw materials costs a small fraction of a retail bottle — the exact materials and quantities are in the unlocked formula, plus a batch calculator to scale any amount.
Do I need experience to use the Black Opium formula?
No. The formula is already in parts per 100, and the batch calculator turns it into the grams to weigh for whatever amount you want to make. You need a 0.01 g scale, perfumer's alcohol and the raw materials on the list.
