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The new Opium box by Yves Saint Laurent, more than a perfume, an addiction!

The new Opium box by Yves Saint Laurent, more than a perfume, an addiction!
The new Opium box by Yves Saint Laurent, more than a perfume, an addiction!

Opium, a fragrance synonymous with addiction in an Yves Saint Laurent box

Opium is a fragrance that promotes addiction. Moreover, it has earned it many scandals and its marketing was even banned in several countries at the time of its release. Never mind, it has largely survived this controversy and its notoriety has remained absolutely intact despite its 40 years of existence. Opium is considered by many to be one of the greatest fragrances in female perfumery. It is a real eye-catcher filled with charm and magnetism. Once you’ve tasted it, it seems impossible to do without it. This exceptional perfume still brings together many fans who will be delighted to discover it in an elegant box.

The fascinating smell of Opium

Opium is a particularly intriguing and complex fragrance . Moreover, its recipe took months of work. It begins with a very fresh citrus-based opening. It is also made up of tangerine, lemon, bergamot and orange peel. This striking freshness is nevertheless punctuated by cloves and coriander. Then, Opium evolves into a more floral heart composed of rose, lily of the valley, jasmine, cloves and carnation. The plum, for its part, brings it a touch of greed. Finally, its wake is particularly powerful and results from a blend of pepper and chilli, myrrh from Saudi Arabia, benzoin from Siam, opoponax, Bourbon vanilla, patchouli, vetiver, cedar wood. , amber, Indian sandalwood and castoreum.

The Opium Box

Opium is presented to us here in a very refined and glittery box . It accompanies the 50 ml Opium spray with two other products in the range, namely the Opium body milk and its shower gel.

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