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Boots Slashes 40% Off YSL’s Black Opium in Flash Sale

The markdown spotlights Black Opium’s cult appeal, prompting shoppers to explore budget-friendly scent samplers.

Overview

  • Boots has launched a flash sale slashing 40% off all bottle sizes of YSL’s Black Opium, lowering the 90ml option from £130 to £78.
  • The fragrance has earned more than 18,000 five-star reviews on Boots’ website, reflecting its enduring popularity among shoppers.
  • Black Opium’s scent profile features top notes of pear and mandarin, heart notes of vanilla, orange blossom and white flowers, and base notes of coffee, cedarwood, white musk and patchouli.
  • While many customers praise its long-lasting, sultry aroma, some find the coffee-vanilla blend overly strong and smoky.
  • Next’s Fragrance Edit Beauty Box offers an alternative sampler experience by providing £56 worth of scents for £22.