Y Le Parfum vs Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Y Le Parfum

Parfum	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2025	Year	2022
££	Price Tier	£

Fakhar Black

ScentArt

View live ScentArt Y Le Parfum

B

Fakhar Black

Full Screen Compare

Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Y Le Parfum

A sophisticated, powerful evolution of the Y DNA, this Parfum is for those wanting a bolder, woodsier, and more masculine edge without losing the signature freshness. Best for autumn and nights out.

Favourite

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.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	13%
Floral	12%	11%
Fruity	7%	11%
Green	17%	20%
Sweet	13%	13%
Warm	12%	13%
Woody	12%	21%
Earthy	12%	7%
Animalic	0%	0%
Fresh	29%	26%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Y Le Parfum Parfum

Fakhar Black EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Apple 26% vs 42%

Ginger 23% vs 26%

Only in Y Le Parfum

Aldehydes 26% Grapefruit 24%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 31%

Shared Notes

Lavender 35% vs 32%

Sage 35% vs 23%

Geranium 28% vs 20%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Juniper 23%

Shared Notes

Tonka Bean 29% vs 26%

Cedar 25% vs 25%

Only in Y Le Parfum

Frankincense 23% Patchouli 22%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Amberwood 25% Vetiver 22%

Accords

Y Le Parfum Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

78%

Aromatic

100%

Fresh Spicy

96%

80%

Fresh

64%

Fruity

71%

50%

Citrus

62%

Lavender

61%

60%

Spicy

Green

56%

Amber

55%

Herbal

55%

Woody shared

100%

78%

Aromatic

100%

Fresh Spicy

96%

Fresh shared

80%

64%

Fruity

71%

Citrus shared

50%

62%

Lavender

61%

Spicy

60%

Green

56%

Amber

55%

Herbal

55%

Performance

Y Le Parfum Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Y Le Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

The coniferous woods, patchouli, and spicy elements make this especially suited for cooler weather and crisp autumn days. While wearable in spring, it can feel heavy in summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Y Le Parfum Parfum's bold woody signature projects confidence for date nights and formal events, while its freshness keeps it versatile for casual wear. It is less suited for sport or gym due to its intensity.

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.