Yves Saint Laurent 2025 EDP

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MYSLF L’Absolu

by Antoine Maisondieu , Christophe Raynaud , Daniela Andrier

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Yves Saint Laurent MYSLF L’Absolu is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025, created by Antoine Maisondieu, Christophe Raynaud, and Daniela Andrier. MYSLF L’Absolu opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Floral Notes and Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Patchouli. Yves Saint Laurent's MYSLF L’Absolu carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive beast. Some reckon it's a stellar upgrade on the MYSLF line, delivering beast-mode performance and a sophisticated twist. Others find it an overpriced floral candy bomb, generic and leaning a tad feminine. Definitely sniff before you splurge.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Energetic
  • Confident
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MYSLF L’Absolu Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Ginger38%
Bergamot37%
Cardamom25%
Heartas listed
Orange Blossom56%
Floral Notes44%
Baseas listed
Patchouli100%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Its versatile fresh-spicy and white floral profile, combined with generally great longevity and projection reported by many, makes it suitable for most occasions. While not necessarily a standout formal scent, it's perfect for casual wear, dates, and even the office if applied sparingly. Its strong performance might be too much for intense sports or very restrictive office environments.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, AQUA / WATER / EAU, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, COUMARIN, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, CITRONELLOL, METHYL ANTHRANILATE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CITRAL, EUGENOL, GERANIOL, CINNAMAL, FARNESOL, ISOEUGENOL, CI 60730 / EXT. VIOLET 2, CI 14700 / RED 4, CI 19140 / YELLOW 5, CI 42090 / BLUE 1

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

Printed with this list: F.I.L. N70055986/1

Another shop's list names the same allergens.

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

L'Absolu opens with a vibrant, fresh-spicy kick of ginger, cardamom, and bright bergamot, offering a zingy introduction. This quickly mellows into a heart of creamy orange blossom and other fresh florals, giving it a clean, slightly sweet character. The dry down introduces a subtle, earthy patchouli, grounding the floral sweetness without losing its modern, fresh edge. Expect a soft, clean, and subtly sweet trail perfect for daily wear.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United States · · checked 14 October

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