Yves Saint Laurent 2013 EDC

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L'Homme Libre Cologne Tonic

by Olivier Polge

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Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Libre Cologne Tonic is a Cologne launched in 2013, created by Olivier Polge. L'Homme Libre Cologne Tonic opens with Pink Pepper, Lemon Verbena, and Rain, settles into a heart of Violet, Basil, and Aldehydes, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Vetiver. Yves Saint Laurent's L'Homme Libre Cologne Tonic carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A refreshing, slightly watery take on the classic L'Homme Libre, this
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
  • Subtle
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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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its fresh and aquatic profile, combined with generally moderate longevity and projection, makes it ideal for office and casual settings without being overpowering. While it can work for formal events due to its polished feel, the casual vibe from the lemon and aquatic notes prevents it from being a top choice for date nights or highly formal affairs.

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

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 L'Homme Libre Cologne Tonic opens with a clean, almost mineral freshness of rainwater and bright lemon verbena, given a modern edge by a hint of pink pepper. The heart unfurls with a green, powdery violet and aromatic basil, uplifted by aldehydes. As it settles, a soft, musky base of cashmeran and vetiver emerges, grounded lightly by subtle leather and amber, creating a polished, fresh scent that's versatile and appealing.

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