Is MPF Freedom Intense a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Libre?

Freedom Intense EDP

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Libre Eau de Parfum bottle Libre EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2019 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Freedom Intense Eau de Parfum bottle Freedom Intense EDP
Our Verdict

While both share a love for white florals, citrus, and aromatic nuances, Libre leans into a bolder, more assertive character with its prominent lavender and orange blossom. Freedom Intense offers a smoother, more balanced profile, prioritizing versatility. Libre is a statement fragrance for those seeking to stand out, while Freedom Intense is a more approachable, everyday signature. If you want unapologetic boldness, go for Libre. If you prefer understated elegance with mass appeal, Freedom Intense is the better choice.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Libre if...
  • You want a bold, statement-making fragrance.
  • You love prominent lavender and orange blossom notes.
  • You prefer a more assertive and unique scent profile.
  • You appreciate luxury brands and their artistry.
Choose Freedom Intense if...
  • You want a versatile, everyday fragrance.
  • You prefer a smoother, more balanced composition.
  • You seek a crowd-pleasing, mass-appealing scent.
  • You want an affordable alternative without sacrificing quality.
Our Verdict - Libre EDP
A daring white floral with an aromatic twist, Libre reinvents femininity with cool lavender and sunlit orange blossom. Both strong-willed and inviting, it's a signature for the modern woman who stands out.
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Our Verdict - Freedom Intense EDP
This one's a crowd-pleaser; a versatile charmer that delivers on modern freshness with a touch of warmth. It's a solid choice that doesn't try to reinvent the wheel, but executes its brief beautifully without being boring.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Libre EDP A Freedom Intense EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Libre EDP
Freedom Intense EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin Mandarin 26% vs 26%
Blackcurrant Blackcurrant 21% vs 39%
Only in Freedom Intense
Pepper Pepper 34%
Shared Notes
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom 51% vs 38%
Only in Libre
Jasmine Jasmine 49%
Only in Freedom Intense
Lavender Lavender 40% Sandalwood Sandalwood 22%
Shared Notes
Musk Musk 25% vs 13%

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

Libre Freedom Intense
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Libre

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Libre's bright citrus and aromatic lavender make it radiant for spring and early summer, while its creamy vanilla and white florals lend warmth and depth ideal for crisp fall days. The fresh character is less suited for the deep cold of winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its modern, assertive floral profile and moderate projection make Libre versatile for both daytime and evening, easily fitting the office, casual outings, and especially dates. The creamy florals are too sophisticated for sporty contexts but elegant enough for semi-formal events.

Freedom Intense

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Community season votes for Yves Saint Laurent Libre, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its balanced fresh-spicy and woody-sweet accords make it adaptable. It's not too loud for the office but has enough character for dates and casual outings, fitting into most situations easily.

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.

Overall scent match
34%
Key Similarities

Shares 5 of its 9 notes, including Lavender, Blackcurrant, Musk

Key Differences

Adds caramel and pepper, drops ambergris and cedar

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