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Black Opium Intense by Yves Saint Laurent — notes

Absinthe and liquorice open on a sweet, dark note, then jasmine sambac and orange blossom bloom. Vanilla, sandalwood and coffee build a rich, creamy base.

House
Yves Saint Laurent
Concentration
Eau de parfum
Scento family
Velvet Sweet

Notes

Notes as published by Notino, checked 21 October 2026.

Scento family

Velvet Sweet. Edible warmth: vanilla, tonka, caramel, praline, coffee, cacao, honey and almond.

Secondary: White Bloom. Creamy, heady white flowers such as jasmine, tuberose, orange blossom and gardenia carry the structure.

Scento reads it as a autumn, winter and spring scent for day and evening wear.

About Yves Saint Laurent

French couture house with iconic fragrances for men and women.

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Questions

What does Black Opium Intense smell like?

Absinthe and liquorice open on a sweet, dark note, then jasmine sambac and orange blossom bloom. Vanilla, sandalwood and coffee build a rich, creamy base. Its character reads sweet, floral, warm and creamy.

What are the top notes of Black Opium Intense?

The top notes of Black Opium Intense by Yves Saint Laurent are absinthe. The heart opens to liquorice, jasmine sambac and orange blossom, and the base rests on vanilla, sandalwood and coffee. Notes as published by Notino.

What family is Black Opium Intense?

Scento places Black Opium Intense in the Velvet Sweet family. Edible warmth: vanilla, tonka, caramel, praline, coffee, cacao, honey and almond. Its secondary family is White Bloom: creamy, heady white flowers such as jasmine, tuberose, orange blossom and gardenia carry the structure.

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