HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Opium vs Hypnotic Poison
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Opium leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Hypnotic Poison leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
86/100
Longevity
85/100
84/100
Sillage
80/100
20%
Day Wear
30%
80%
Night Wear
70%
10%
Spring
15%
5%
Summer
10%
40%
Autumn
35%
45%
Winter
40%
143
Value (lower price wins)
105
Opium
Top
Clove, Pepper, Bay Leaf, Mandarin
Heart
Carnation, Myrrh, Cinnamon, Jasmine
Base
Labdanum, Benzoin, Patchouli, Vanilla
Hypnotic Poison
Top
Bitter Almond, Caraway, Coconut
Heart
Jasmine, Jacaranda Wood, Rose
Base
Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Opium or Hypnotic Poison better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Opium leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Hypnotic Poison leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Opium or Hypnotic Poison?
Opium lasts longer. Opium is rated long lasting (8h - 10h) while Hypnotic Poison is rated long lasting (8h - 12h).
Do Opium and Hypnotic Poison smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Jasmine, Vanilla. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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