Opium Pour Homme
soft spicy up front, then powdery, settling into anis.
About
Opium Pour Homme by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for men. Opium Pour Homme was launched in 1995. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Top notes are Star Anise and Black Currant; middle notes are Pepper and Galanga; base notes are Bourbon Vanilla, Tolu…
Nose: Jacques Cavallier Belletrud
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
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Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Opium Pour Homme smell like?
soft spicy up front, then powdery, settling into anis. Dominant accords: soft spicy, powdery, anis.
What notes are in Opium Pour Homme?
Top: Star Anise, Black Currant. Heart: Pepper, Galanga. Base: Bourbon Vanilla, Tolu Balsam, Atlas Cedar.
How long does Opium Pour Homme last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Opium Pour Homme loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Opium Pour Homme best for?
Winter is the top pick (39%). Fall is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Opium Pour Homme?
Night wear leads at 64%. Day is a secondary pick at 36%.
Is Opium Pour Homme for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 53% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Opium Pour Homme?
Composed by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Released in 1995.
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