Yves Saint Laurent 2006 EDT

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L'Homme

by Dominique Ropion , Pierre Wargnye , Juliette Karagueuzoglou , Anne Flipo

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Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2006, created by Dominique Ropion, Pierre Wargnye, Juliette Karagueuzoglou, and Anne Flipo. L'Homme opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Spicy Notes, Violet Leaf, Pepper, and Basil, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vetiver, and Tonka Bean. Yves Saint Laurent's L'Homme carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

L'Homme is still a beloved classic, delivering a masterclass in elegant, understated masculinity. Forget the performance complaints; wear it for yourself, or for those intimate enough to lean in close. It's a hug in a bottle, if hugs were bottled by YSL.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
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L'Homme Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Ginger41%
Bergamot32%
Lemon27%
Heartas listed
Spicy Notes32%
Violet Leaf25%
Pepper23%
Basil20%
Baseas listed
Tonka Bean39%
Cedar32%
Vetiver30%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its subtle sillage and poor longevity make it perfect for close-quarters wear, ideal for the office or intimate dates where you don't want to overwhelm. It's versatile enough for casual settings but lacks the projection for formal events or intense sport activities.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, AQUA / WATER, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, LIMONENE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, COUMARIN, LINALOOL, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, GERANIOL, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CITRAL, TRIS(TETRAMETHYLHYDROXYPIPERIDINOL) CITRATE, ISOEUGENOL, CITRONELLOL, DISODIUM EDTA, CINNAMAL, CI 15985 / YELLOW 6, CI 19140 / YELLOW 5

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Printed with this list: F.I.L. C167053/1

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opens with a zesty, almost effervescent kick of ginger and vibrant citrus, smelling like sunshine and sophistication. This bright beginning gently eases into a heart of fresh basil, peppery spice, and subtle violet leaf, adding a touch of smooth, aromatic depth. The dry-down is a warm, woody embrace of cedar, earthy vetiver, and creamy tonka bean, leaving a clean, inviting skin-scent that lingers softly.

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Where to buy

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