Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum
Yves Saint Laurent

Opium Parfum

WoodyFloralSpicyFruityResinousMuskySweetCitrus

Opium Parfum by Yves Saint Laurentis a Amber fragrance for women. Opium Parfum was launched in 1977. Opium Parfum was created by Jean Amic and Jean-Louis Sieuzac. Top notes are Cloves, Pepper, Mandarin Orange, Coriander, Plum, West Indian Bay, Citruses, Jasmine and Bergamot; middle notes are Carnation, Cinnamon, Rose, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Orris Root, Peach and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Myrrh, Incense, Tolu Balsam, Amber, Vanilla, Opoponax, Castoreum, Benzoin, Sandalwood, Labdanum, Cedar, Musk, Vetyver and Coconut.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Opium Parfum

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Opium Parfum

What does Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum smell like?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum is a woody, floral, and spicy fragrance. The opening is coriander, mandarin orange, and pepper. the heart settles on west indian bay, carnation, and cinnamon. the dry-down rests on patchouli, myrrh, and incense.

How long does Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum last on skin?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum fits collectors looking for woody, floral, and spicy signature. ScentCast members can add Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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