Y Eau de Parfum vs Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Y

Edp	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2018	Year	2022
££	Price Tier	£

Fakhar Black

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Y Eau de Parfum

Y Eau de Parfum is the benchmark of modern aromatic masculinity - vibrant, crisp, and versatile with just enough woody richness to leave a lasting impression without ever shouting.

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Our Verdict - Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

This YSL Y EDP dupe is a bit of a mixed bag. Some think it's a stellar, budget-friendly stand-in, especially after some 'maceration'. Others find it falls flat, lacking the original's depth and often suffering from poor longevity. Definitely a 'try before you buy' due to its divisive synthetic qualities.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	13%
Floral	12%	11%
Fruity	7%	11%
Green	22%	20%
Sweet	10%	13%
Warm	14%	13%
Woody	20%	21%
Earthy	12%	7%
Animalic	0%	0%
Fresh	25%	26%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Y EdP

Fakhar Black EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Apple 25% vs 42%

Ginger 25% vs 26%

Bergamot 24% vs 31%

Only in Y Eau de Parfum

Juniper 25%

Shared Notes

Sage 37% vs 23%

Lavender 32% vs 32%

Geranium 29% vs 20%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Juniper 23%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 19% vs 22%

Amberwood 17% vs 25%

Tonka Bean 16% vs 26%

Cedar 16% vs 25%

Only in Y Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 17% Frankincense 14%

Accords

Y Eau de Parfum Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

95%

Aromatic

100%

85%

Fresh Spicy

96%

75%

Woody

78%

Fruity

71%

70%

Herbal

55%

Fresh

64%

60%

Citrus

62%

Lavender

61%

Green

56%

Amber

55%

30%

Earthy

30%

Sweet

Aromatic shared

95%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

85%

96%

Woody shared

75%

78%

Fruity

71%

Herbal shared

70%

55%

Fresh

64%

Citrus shared

60%

62%

Lavender

61%

Green

56%

Amber

55%

Earthy

30%

Sweet

30%

Performance

Y Eau de Parfum Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Y Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer

Its vibrant citrus, apple, and aromatic top notes make Y Eau de Parfum ideal for spring and fall when a fresh yet substantial signature is desirable. Summer works due to the freshness, but the denser woody and spicy base can feel too much in high heat, while winter mutes the brightness.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Versatile projection and clean, modern profile make this safe but distinctive for office and casual settings. The aromatic freshness can suit dates, but it lacks the elegance for formal wear and the minimalism for sport.

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and mass-appealing profile makes it a safe bet for casual wear and the office, with many reviewers specifically calling it 'office and gym safe.' However, inconsistent performance reports, with some finding it light after initial projection, mean it might struggle for impact in formal or evening date settings.