Yves Saint LaurentBlack Opium Le Parfum 30ml/1oz

Yves Saint LaurentBlack Opium Le Parfum 30ml/1oz sits in Fragrance: a women's fragrance. At extrait strength it carries the heaviest oil load of the family, so it sits close to the skin and outlasts the lighter versions — a dab does the work of several sprays. A spray on clothing or in the hair lasts longer than one on skin, though it can shift the balance of the scent and mark delicate fabrics. Whether it is discounted this week says more about the shop's stock than about the product. Heat and light are what spoil a fragrance, not age — stored properly, an unopened bottle keeps its character for a long time. Whoever is cheapest today may not be tomorrow, so it is worth looking again before settling on the best deal.