Yves Saint Laurent 2015 EDP

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Caban

by Carlos Benaïm

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Yves Saint Laurent Caban is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Carlos Benaïm. Caban opens with Pepper, Pink Pepper, and Elemi, settles into a heart of Osmanthus and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Tonka Bean. Yves Saint Laurent's Caban carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Caban is a smooth operator, a creamy sandalwood and tonka dream that splits opinion. Some find it a bit too sweet and soft, lacking the 'wow' factor, while others are utterly enchanted by its elegant, comforting embrace. It's a subtle stunner, not a shouty statement.
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  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
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Caban Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its soft sillage and elegant, warm character make Caban ideal for dates and casual wear where intimacy is key. While it's sophisticated enough for formal events, its relaxed nature means it's less suited for energetic sport or bustling office environments where discretion is preferred.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Caban unfurls with a lively kick of pink and black pepper, sharpened by elemi's resinous edge. This initial spark soon mellows, giving way to a heart of warm, inviting frankincense and the soft, apricot-like nuance of osmanthus. The base is an exquisite, creamy blend of rich sandalwood and sweet, powdery tonka bean, underpinned by a soft touch of earthy patchouli, creating a smooth, enveloping warmth that lingers on the skin.

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