Yves Saint Laurent 1993 EDT

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Kouros Fraicheur

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Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Fraicheur is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1993. Kouros Fraicheur opens with Bergamot, Neroli, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Geranium, Clove, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, Ginger, and Vanilla. Yves Saint Laurent's Kouros Fraicheur carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A legendary flanker that reframes the original Kouros DNA with a fresh, fruity twist, making it a more versatile crowd-pleaser that still commands respect. Fans rave about its unique balance of clean and dirty.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Bold
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Kouros Fraicheur Eau de Toilette 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its excellent longevity and strong sillage mean it's best for occasions where you want to be noticed, like dates or evening events, rather than intimate office settings. The fresh notes make it suitable for casual daytime wear, while its sophisticated drydown allows for formal use.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • 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

Kouros Fraicheur opens with a vibrant burst of bergamot and coriander, softened by a touch of neroli, creating an immediate fresh yet sophisticated impression. The heart introduces an unexpected juicy pineapple and sweet honey, beautifully complemented by the rich floralcy of orange blossom and geranium, alongside a hint of spicy clove. As it settles, a classic masculine base emerges with earthy vetiver and patchouli, warmed by ambergris and a creamy vanilla tonka bean blend, delivering a smooth, lasting impression.

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