Is Afnan Lynked Freedom a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme?
Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 1971 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Lynked Freedom EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme
- Lynked Freedom
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't just a perfume; it's a statement. YSL Pour Homme is a polarizing powerhouse. Some adore its classic, bold masculinity, a timeless relic from an era when men's fragrances were unapologetically sharp and citrus-driven. Others find it 'dated' or even off-putting, likening it to lemon cleaning products or worse. Love it or hate it, YSL Pour Homme demands attention and respect, a true relic of 70s perfumery.
This one's a straight-up crowd-pleaser, a proper hybrid that takes the best bits of bigger names and blends them into something that projects like a beast. Just mind the cap, apparently it's a bit flimsy, but the juice? Spot on.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Lavender
20%
vs
43%
Bergamot
16%
vs
38%
Vetiver
16%
vs
22%
Amber
12%
vs
38%
Lemon
26%
Lemon Verbena
20%
Rosemary
19%
Petitgrain
18%
Geranium
17%
Rosewood
17%
Marjoram
16%
Clary Sage
16%
Musk
16%
Carnation
15%
Patchouli
15%
Cedar
14%
Sandalwood
14%
Tonka Bean
13%
Rosemary
19%
Geranium
17%
Rosewood
17%
Marjoram
16%
Clary Sage
16%
Carnation
15%
Vetiver
16%
vs
22%
Amber
12%
vs
38%
Musk
16%
Patchouli
15%
Cedar
14%
Sandalwood
14%
Tonka Bean
13%
Caramel
39%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its sharp, long-lasting citrus and aromatic profile make it noticeable and distinct, so it performs well in formal settings and can be a statement on a date. However, its perceived 'old-school' nature and strong projection might be divisive in casual settings or the office. It's too complex and strong for sport use.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its impressive projection and longevity make it a solid choice for dates and casual wear, where you want to be noticed. While it's versatile, the strong sweetness and projection might be a bit much for a formal setting or the gym, and a touch too bold for a discreet office environment; though some found it to be a daily driver.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 4 of its 18 notes, including Bergamot, Amber, Vetiver
Adds carnation and cedar, drops caramel and cardamom
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