"Y" by Yves Saint Laurent Eau de Parfum is a modern men’s fragrance that blends crisp freshness, aromatic herbs, and warm woods into a polished, confident signature. YSL describes it as the iconic Y Eau de Parfum, built around fresh sage, crisp geranium, sensual woods, and tonka bean.

This scent opens with bergamot, ginger, and apple for a bright, energetic start. The heart introduces sage, geranium, and juniper berries, giving it a clean aromatic edge, while amberwood, cedar, olibanum, tonka bean, and vetiver create a smooth, masculine drydown. It wears especially well from day to evening and suits anyone who enjoys fresh woody fragrances with more depth than a typical citrus cologne.

Bottle Description: The bottle features Y’s sleek, modern silhouette in a deep blue finish with sharp lines and a silver Y cut-through detail that gives it a clean, contemporary look. The mini format is especially convenient for travel, gym bags, or fragrance touch-ups on the go.

At Perfumes LA, we recommend it for daily wear, office settings, evenings out, travel, and men who want a fresh aromatic scent with a warm woody base.

Key Notes

Top Notes:

  • Bergamot
  • Ginger
  • Apple

Heart Notes:

  • Sage
  • Geranium
  • Juniper Berries

Base Notes:

  • Amberwood
  • Cedar
  • Olibanum
  • Tonka Bean
  • Vetiver

Fragrance Profile

  • Scent Type/Family: Aromatic Woody
  • Gender: Men
  • Longevity: Moderate to long-lasting
  • Sillage: Moderate
  • Launch Year: 2018

Why You Should Buy

  • Fresh apple, bergamot, and ginger make the opening clean and energetic.
  • Aromatic sage and geranium give it a modern, polished masculine style.
  • Woods, tonka bean, and vetiver add depth without making it feel heavy.
  • The mini size is ideal for travel, sampling, or keeping in a bag for easy use.
  • A versatile YSL fragrance that moves easily from daytime to evening wear.
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