Y Eau de Toilette vs YSL Y Parfum

Y

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

YSL Y

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Y

A sparkling, modern aromatic fougère with crisp aldehydes, bright citrus, and a cool herbal heart. Y Eau de Toilette is the perfect everyday signature for those who want to feel invigorated, clean, and effortlessly stylish.

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Our Verdict - YSL Y

YSL Y Eau de Parfum is a cool yet sophisticated fragrance that blends freshness and bright spices, making it versatile for various occasions.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	14%	13%
Floral	16%	11%
Fruity	1%	6%
Green	14%	19%
Sweet	11%	6%
Warm	14%	14%
Woody	9%	16%
Earthy	5%	7%
Animalic	7%	10%
Fresh	31%	30%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Y EdT

YSL Y EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Aldehydes 34% vs 26%

Bergamot 34% vs 30%

Ginger 30% vs 19%

Only in YSL Y

Apple 23%

Shared Notes

Geranium 28% vs 33%

Only in Y

Lavender 38% Clary Sage 34%

Only in YSL Y

Sage 39% Juniper 28%

Shared Notes

Ambergris 27% vs 38%

Cedar 24% vs 27%

Frankincense 23% vs 33%

Only in Y

Vanilla 25%

Accords

Y YSL Y

95%

Fresh Spicy

90%

Aromatic

50%

80%

Citrus

75%

70%

Aldehydic

70%

Herbal

60%

Amber

40%

50%

Woody

60%

Fresh Spicy shared

95%

90%

Aromatic shared

90%

50%

Citrus shared

80%

75%

Aldehydic

70%

Herbal

70%

Amber shared

60%

40%

Woody shared

50%

60%

Performance

Y YSL Y

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Y

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

The crisp aldehydes and citrus, combined with aromatic herbs and clean woods, make Y Eau de Toilette especially suited for spring and summer, where its freshness and brightness shine. The subtle woody and resinous base allows for some versatility in early fall but lacks the heft for cold winter days.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date Formal

Y Eau de Toilette's moderate projection, vibrant freshness, and clean herbal undertones make it ideal for office and casual wear, as well as sporty occasions. Its energetic yet refined character can work on daytime dates, though it may lack the depth for formal or evening events.

YSL Y

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Spring

The fresh and spicy accords make it suitable for the transition months of spring and fall, while the combination of light and spicy elements can work in cooler summer evenings.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its balanced intensity and moderate projection make it suitable for office settings and casual outings. The sophistication of the notes also makes it a good fit for dates.