Yves Saint Laurent 2004 EDT

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Paris Roses des Bois

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Yves Saint Laurent Paris Roses des Bois is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2004. Paris Roses des Bois settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Rose, Violet, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk and Sandalwood. Yves Saint Laurent's Paris Roses des Bois carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This YSL flanker is a bit of a mixed bag; some find it a delightful, fresh take on rose, while others find it a woody, bitter disappointment. A proper 'love it or hate it' scent.
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  • Fresh
  • Romantic
  • Clean
  • Feminine
  • Delicate
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Paris Roses des Bois 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
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:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and fresh, clean floral profile make it suitable for casual wear and dates, as it's unlikely to overwhelm. However, the distinctly feminine and somewhat sweet floral character might be less ideal for formal settings or vigorous sport activities.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Paris Roses des Bois opens with a sparkling, sweet rose, often described as having a candy-like or berry nuance, brightened by delicate violet and lily of the valley. As it settles, a clean orange blossom emerges, leading into a soft, powdery base of musk and sandalwood. It's a fresh, feminine floral, with some detecting a subtle woody undertone that prevents it from becoming overly sweet.

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