Yves Saint Laurent 2026 Extrait
Muse
Yves Saint Laurent Muse is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2026, created by Marie Salamagne. Muse opens with Lavender, Frankincense, and Clary Sage, settles into a heart of Flint, Iris, and Ambrette, and dries down to a base of Oak, Oud, Vanilla, and Ink. Yves Saint Laurent's Muse carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.
This one's a true enigma, a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. It's not for everyone, but if you're after something truly individual, Muse delivers mystery in spades.What our verdicts mean →
- Mysterious
- Bold
- Edgy
- Sophisticated
- Luxurious
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
Its aromatic, mineral and amber composition leans towards autumn.
Best Occasions
Given its potent extrait concentration and distinctive aroma, this is best reserved for situations where you want to make a statement without overwhelming. It's a fantastic fit for evening dates or formal events where its unique character can truly shine. It's a bit too 'much' for casual day wear or the gym.
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
- Lavender
- Vanillin
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
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