HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Black Orchid vs Rehab
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Black Orchid is the stronger performer — it projects harder and lasts longer than Rehab. Choose Black Orchid when you want presence and longevity, especially for evenings and special occasions.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
90/100
Longevity
78/100
85/100
Sillage
62/100
20%
Day Wear
40%
80%
Night Wear
60%
10%
Spring
22%
5%
Summer
18%
40%
Autumn
30%
45%
Winter
30%
54
Value (lower price wins)
35
Black Orchid
Top
Dark Chocolate, Black Truffle, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot
Heart
Black Orchid, Fruity Notes, Lotus Wood, Jasmine
Base
Patchouli, Vanilla, Incense, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Rehab
Top
Orange Blossom, Bergamot, Petitgrain
Heart
Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Orange Blossom Absolute
Base
Ambroxan, Musk, Vanilla
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Black Orchid or Rehab better?
Black Orchid is the stronger performer — it projects harder and lasts longer than Rehab. Choose Black Orchid when you want presence and longevity, especially for evenings and special occasions.
Which lasts longer, Black Orchid or Rehab?
Black Orchid lasts longer. Black Orchid is rated very long lasting (10h - 14h) while Rehab is rated long lasting (7h - 9h).
Do Black Orchid and Rehab smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Bergamot, Vanilla. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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