Nu Eau de Parfum bottle Nu
Edp Concentration Extrait
U Gender U
2001 Year 2024
££ Price Tier £
Incenso Notturno Extrait bottle Incenso Notturno

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Nu Eau de Parfum
A tragically discontinued masterpiece, YSL Nu EDP still commands a cult following for its deep, sensual spice and incense. Many lament its loss, while others cherish their "hockey puck" bottles like precious relics. This is Y2K dark glamour, polarising but unforgettable.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Incenso Notturno Extrait
This isn't for the faint of heart. Incenso Notturno is a divisive, full-throttle smoke bomb that’s either a masterpiece of dark opulence or an "unwearable" peppery mess. Forget subtle incense; this is a gothic cathedral burning down, for better or worse.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 15%
Floral 14% 5%
Fruity 2% 1%
Green 6% 3%
Sweet 13% 13%
Warm 32% 30%
Woody 18% 20%
Earthy 9% 14%
Animalic 9% 12%
Fresh 12% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Nu EdP
Incenso Notturno Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 39% vs 20%
Only in Nu Eau de Parfum
Cardamom 61%
Only in Incenso Notturno Extrait
Elemi 30% Pepper 25% Lemon 24%
Shared Notes
Pepper 29% vs 17%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 29% vs 15%
Musk 25% vs 14%

Accords

Nu Eau de Parfum Incenso Notturno Extrait
100%
Warm Spicy
82%
57%
Amber
100%
70%
Fresh Spicy
95%
49%
Balsamic
90%
68%
Aromatic
73%
52%
Smoky
71%
69%
Woody
68%
Oud
67%
Citrus
64%
57%
Powdery
48%
49%
Floral
45%
Musky
Warm Spicy shared
100%
82%
Amber shared
57%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
70%
95%
Balsamic shared
49%
90%
Aromatic shared
68%
73%
Smoky shared
52%
71%
Woody shared
69%
68%
Oud
67%
64%
Powdery shared
57%
48%
49%
45%

Performance

Nu Eau de Parfum Incenso Notturno Extrait
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Nu Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong sillage and deep, spicy character make it less suitable for office wear. However, its sensual and mysterious nature, coupled with many reviews highlighting its evening appeal, positions it perfectly for dates and formal events.

Incenso Notturno Extrait

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent, statement-making projection and heavy smoky accords make it unsuitable for an office environment or casual daytime wear. It shines in evening settings, offering a mysterious and bold aura for dates or formal events, especially in cooler weather.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
86%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Fresh Spicy, Balsamic accords and Pepper, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Nu Eau de Parfum
Incenso Notturno Extrait
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