Yves Saint Laurent 2014 EDT

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Kouros Tonique 2014

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Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Tonique 2014 is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2014. Kouros Tonique 2014 opens with Bergamot, Star Anise, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Patchouli and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Incense. Yves Saint Laurent's Kouros Tonique 2014 carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This flanker to the divisive original Kouros is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect strong opinions, often within the same person. It's fresher than the original but still carries a bold, almost brutal character that demands attention.
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  • Energetic
  • Edgy
  • Modern
  • Confident
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Kouros Tonique 2014 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:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its potent sillage and longevity make it a bit much for the office but provide ample presence for casual wear or a night out. While some find it too brash, others appreciate its unique character for a date, noting it can "fill an airport."

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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 Tonique 2014 kicks off with a sharp, almost aggressive burst of aldehydic freshness, spiked with star anise and bright bergamot. The heart reveals a green geranium and earthy patchouli, providing a bridge to the dry, smoky base. Finally, a grounding blend of cedar and incense emerges, leaving a warm yet austere trail that lingers on the skin.

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