Black Opium
The Black Opium formula (Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium type) is a Amber fragrance decoded by GC-MS analysis and rebuilt into a buildable composition of 74 raw materials — using only purchasable aroma materials, no proprietary captives. 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 every ingredient of Black Opium; unlock the formula to reveal the exact percentages and recreate it yourself for a fraction of the retail price.
Composition
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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 Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium, 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?
Black Opium (Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium type) is a Amber composition of 74 raw materials, decoded by GC-MS analysis and reformulated to use only purchasable aroma materials.
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 74 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, an interpretation inspired by Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium. On this page the ingredient list is public; the precise dosages are revealed after unlocking.
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.
