Yves Saint Laurent 2020 EDT
Y Eau Fraiche
by Dominique Ropion , Claire Liégent
Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau Fraiche is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2020, created by Dominique Ropion and Claire Liégent. Y Eau Fraiche opens with Lemon, Pepper, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Lavender, Geranium, Juniper, and Mint, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Frankincense. Yves Saint Laurent's Y Eau Fraiche carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.
Y Eau Fraiche is a short-lived but much-loved summer banger. Many are gutted it's been discontinued, proving that despite its 'generic' label from some, it hit a sweet spot for countless others.What our verdicts mean →
- Fresh
- Clean
- Uplifting
- Modern
- Bright
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
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Best Occasions
As a fresh, citrus-heavy scent, Y Eau Fraiche is a standout for casual wear and sports, especially in hot weather. While some find its performance fleeting, others experience decent longevity, making it versatile enough for a relaxed office environment or an informal date, though it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
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
- Citral
Other declarable allergens
- Lavender
- Rose geranium
- Spearmint
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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