Boots cuts 'intoxicating' luxury perfume that 'literally turns heads' to its lowest price
For over two decades, one perfume that has earned legendary status is YSL's Black Opium. Launched in 2014, its popularity means it is constantly being reimagined.
One of the latest interpretations is the YSL Black Opium Le Parfum that offers a more vanilla-heavy fragrance that has been hailed as "intoxicating" in reviews, and we know where it can currently be bought for its cheapest price.
High street favourite Boots is currently offering a 50ml bottle for half-price, as it has been reduced from £115 to just £57.50. Considering rival retailers Superdrug, Lookfantastic and The Perfume Shop still stock it at full-price, it's a deal not to be sniffed at.
This interpretation of the iconic perfume was only launched in 2022, with its original floral gourmand fragrance still offering its famed notes that include pear accord, green mandarin, orange flower petals, jasmine sambac and cinnamon.
However, the iconic coffee accord has been twisted with four different, yet still complimentary, notes of vanilla, which is said to be its most important ingredient, to create an "unexpected smoothness, with uncompromising intensity."
YSL Black Opium Le Parfum, 50ml
£115
£57.50
Boots
Buy here
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Meanwhile, the unique glossy bottle that has been crafted from a precious black stone, with its dazzling glitter emblem at the heart, eludes to the luxuriousness of the fragrance contained within.
Another iconic scent on the market to get a new reiteration recently is Thierry Mugler's Alien, with the Hypersense Eau de Parfum described as "fiercely floral", with a 30ml costing £69 at The Perfume Shop.
There's also Christian Dior's Hypnotic Poison that has become a cult-classic in its own right, being one of its most popular interpretations for the original fragrance, and a 30ml costs £66 on Lookfantastic.
As for the YSL Black Opium Le Parfum, Boots shoppers wanting to take advantage of the half-price discount will be glad to hear it has amassed a 4.7 rating from thousands of customers who say it "lasts all day" and "literally turns heads" when it is worn.
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One five-star review read: "I love the fragrance. I used a lot the first time, not realising how intense it was. It lasts all day and continues to smell great. I literally turn heads when I wear it."
A second pleased perfume fan wrote: "Intoxicating fragrance. It has a sort of dark and mysterious elegance to it. I get so many compliments and it lasts all day."
A fan of the original Black Opium remarked: "The original has always been my Queen. Never thought it could be beat - but the extra sweetness of vanilla add a whole new level to the iconic OG. Love this more than I could say. My new everyday scent."
Beauty deal of the week
Looking to upgrade your straighteners, then look no further than this Amazon deal we have spotted.
The Remington Advanced Coconut Therapy Hair Straightener, which has been hailed as "better than ghd", is now on offer for a staggering 75 percent less, as it is has been dropped from £139.99 to just £34.90.
To help keep hair soft and shiny with each use, the floating ceramic plates feature micro-conditioners that have been infused with coconut oil and UV filters, keeping tresses protected from any frizz caused by too much heat.
Its salon-style design means it comes complete with an ultra-fast 15-second heat up time and five digital temperature controls up to 230C, while the rounded barrel design with a swivel cord makes it easy to create either a sleek straight or bouncy curls look.
There's also an integrated sensor that kicks in when the plates come into contact with the hair, ensuring they never overheat, while plate lock and auto-shut off function offers peace of mind and safety.
Considering Remington's status for hair tools, it's no surprise to hear that this coconut-infused straightener has been singled out as an 'Amazon Choice' product, with a glowing 4.4 rating based on over 1,000 reviews from happy purchasers.
One beauty fan praised: "Better than ghds. What can I say I have used GHDs for the last 20 years? My last pair broke yesterday so after some research I thought I would try these Remington's.
"I can't believe how straight my hair is gone, not even my GHD's got it this straight. Amazing straighteners on would recommend to anybody, I have thick course hair and look how smooth it looks."
Some have found the perfume to be a little too strong for them, as one three-star review read: "This bottle is beautiful and the packaging is nice but I cannot say I am a fan of the scent. It's super strong and overbearing. I wanted to love it but sadly it's not for me."
Although, another delighted customer said: "This fragrance is the best! My gf loves it and it lasts all day long! This is her go to fragrance! It is not too overpowering but lingers for all day wear!"
And someone else added: "Smells amazing! The notes of coffee, vanilla bourbon, and jasmine smell so sexy and sophisticated. You'll have all heads turning to you wearing this!"
Don't miss Boots' half-price discount on the YSL Black Opium Le Parfum (50ml) that is now £57.50, down from £115.
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