Yves Saint Laurent 2004 EDP

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Cinéma

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Yves Saint Laurent Cinéma is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2004, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Cinéma opens with Cyclamen, Clementine, and Almond Blossom, settles into a heart of White Amaryllis, Jasmine, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Vanilla, and Benzoin. Yves Saint Laurent's Cinéma carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

A modern classic that’s been tragically reformulated, YSL Cinéma is a warm, golden embrace of a fragrance. It’s sweet, floral, and undeniably glamorous, projecting an aura of effortless sophistication that's loved by many, even in its current iteration.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Feminine
  • Luxurious
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Cinéma 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While some find it intimate, its generally good sillage and longevity - particularly in older formulations - make it less ideal for the office. The warm, inviting amber-vanilla profile with floral notes is perfect for dates and formal events, though many enjoy it casually too.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

YSL Cinéma opens with a luminous burst of sweet clementine and delicate almond blossom, quickly softened by a powdery cyclamen. The heart unfolds into a rich floral bouquet of jasmine, peony, and white amaryllis, adding warmth and depth. As it dries, a luxurious blend of amber, benzoin, and vanilla emerges, grounded by a soft musk, creating a creamy and inviting finish that’s both elegant and comforting.

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