There are more than 230 colognes by YSL. Every one of them doesn’t deserve your money, right?
Don’t worry! After testing many YSL colognes, I’m writing this epic guide so that you choose your desired one.
Skip at your own risk. You may lose your signature cologne.
What are the Best YSL Colognes?
Yves Saint Laurent is a French fashion house founded by Yves Henry Donut Mathieu-Saint-Laurent.
The house and designer are often abbreviated as YSL. YSL was Head of the fashion house “Dior” at the age of 21 only. In the 1960s and 1970s, he created his own brand and became very famous.
YSL is very popular in every fashion sector. Their work is widely admired. They have so many colognes in their collection. I reviewed the top 9 for you guys.
So, here are the Best smelling YSL colognes for men:
La Nuit de l’Homme
Middle notes: Lavender, Virginia Cedar, Bergamot.
Base notes: Vetiver, Caraway.
La Nuit de l’Homme means “The night of the man.” The name represents the scent so perfectly. To be honest, I’ve smelled very few colognes as incredible as this.
La Nuit de l’Homme is a woody spicy cologne for men. It was released in 2009. The bottle design and color both are amazing. The rotatable cap is also marvelous.
La Nuit de l’Homme has a very dark and powerful scent. The ingredients are so powerful and rich. I’m going to explain this sensual cologne part by part.
First of all, the opening of this cologne is simple and outstanding. The only note in the opening is cardamom. The cardamom blast gives a spicy kick, and it smells really amazing.
Significantly, the heart is fantastic. It’s floral, sweet, and refreshing. Lavender gives a huge touch of flowers. Cedar gives a woody vibe and balances the sweetness.
As expected, the base is really amazing. It’s sweet and woody. Vetiver and caraway really smell awesome in the base.
On top of the gorgeous scent, I got around 8-10hrs+ longevity with moderate projection, So this had to be my top choice.
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When to wear La Nuit de l’Homme:
It’s a nighttime cologne. A compliment magnet and one of the best date colognes.
Why you should buy La Nuit de l’Homme:
- Huge compliments getter.
- One of the best colognes on the market.
- It helps to turn a girl on.
- Good longevity.
YSL Y EDP
Middle notes: Sage, Juniper berries, Geranium.
Base notes: Amberwood, Tonka Bean, Cedar, Vetiver, Olibanum.
If I write a book about this cologne, that’d be less for it. It’s a fantastic blue scent for men.
YSL Y EDP is an Aromatic Fougere cologne for men. It was released in 2018.
Before starting the analysis, let me tell a story. At that time I didn’t have a bottle of Y EDP. After meeting with a colleague, I got a decant from him and sprayed it on myself.
Then, When I went to a hangout with friends wearing this, I was overwhelmed with compliments. That night I rushed to the store to buy a bottle of this cologne.
This aromatic Fougere cologne starts with a burst of bergamot and apple. Ginger mixed with this scent makes this a citrusy-fruity spicy opening.
Well, Cedar, juniper berries, and geranium make this cologne really sweet and fantastic. It creates a sweet, fruity aroma near you.
Notably, the base itself is a huge compliments getter. Amberwood creates a woody vibe. Tonka bean, cedar, olibanum, and vetiver make this cologne balanced, sweet and fresh.
Moreover, the performance of this cologne is top-notch. I got around 14-16hrs+ longevity with heavy projection from this beast mode cologne.
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When to wear YSL Y EDP:
Y EDP is a day-night cologne. You can wear this at any time. This type of cologne is so rare for summer. Don’t waste time and order this asap.
Why you should buy YSL Y EDP:
- Huge Compliments getter.
- Attention-seeking cologne.
- 10/10 performance.
- Elegant scent.
- All-year performer.
YSL Kouros
Middle notes: Patchouli, Carnation, Vetiver, Cinnamon, Geranium, Jasmine, Orris Root.
Base notes: Civet, Honey, Leather, Musk, Oakmoss, Amber, Vanilla, Tonka Bean.
Do you know the character ‘Kratos” from God of War? Every Time I sniff this cologne, it reminds me of Kratos. Cause It’s a total beast like Kratos.
Anyway, Kouros by YSL is an Aromatic Fougere cologne for men. It was released in 1981. The nose behind this masterpiece is Pierre Bourdon.
Not just the opening, the total cologne is harsh. It opens with a strong, fresh scent of Bergamot. Other notes make the opening down to earth but really spicy.
Well, the middle is sweet and harsh. It contains a lot of notes, and the mixture of these notes is really amazing. It’s not that sweet; it’s balanced.
As expected, the base is animalic and harsh. Leather and Civet make the base so animalic. Musk, vanilla, amber, and tonka bean try to balance it out.
If you know Kouros already, then I think I don’t need to say anything about its performance. Comment below another designer cologne that performs like this.
The longevity of this cologne is better than you expect. It easily stays on clothes for more than 24 hours.
And the projection? A real beast.
When to wear YSL Kouros:
Kouros is a nighttime cologne. But wear it at your own risk. This cologne is really harsh.
I’d suggest spraying this cologne as less possible, so that no one feels uncomfortable around you.
Why you should buy YSL Kouros:
- Beast mode cologne.
- 10/10 performance.
- Attention grabber.
YSL Tuxedo
Middle notes: Rose, Black Pepper, Lily of the Valley.
Base notes: Patchouli, Ambergris, Bourbon Vanilla.
When you hear the name “Tuxedo,” you already have something in your mind, I guess. The scent is exactly what you’re thinking.
YSL Tuxedo is an elegant, classy,masculine scent. Even
the bottle looks modern and premium, fit for a young billionaire’s cologne collection.
This chypre cologne was launched in 2015. The nose behind YSL Tuxedo is Juliette Karagueuzoglou.
Anyway, the opening of this scent is earthy and natural. Bergamot and violet leaf gives a natural cologne, and coriander adds some spices to this.
Well, the heart is floral and spicy. Rose and lily make this scent floral and black pepper adds some spices to this.
However, the base of this cologne is fantastic. Vanilla and ambergris make this scent so elegant and classy. This scent ends with earthy patchouli.
I got around 12hrs+ longevity with heavy to moderate projection by this cologne.
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When to wear YSL Tuxedo:
Tuxedo is a nighttime cologne. And When you’re wearing a suit, this cologne will make you complete.
Why you should buy YSL Tuxedo:
- Exquisite scent.
- Impressive longevity and projection.
- Huge compliments getter.
M7 Oud Absolu
Middle notes: Patchouli.
Base notes: Oud, Myrrh, French Labdanum.
M7 oud collection is one of the finest oud colognes on the market. It was released in 2011. It’s an amber woody cologne.
Well, the total cologne is very simple but gorgeous. It opens with freshness and ends with oud. It’ll give you 10/10 satisfaction.
The opening of this cologne is very simple and outstanding. It smells like freshly squeezed mandarin oranges.
After some time, patchouli appears in the heart of this cologne. This earthy patchouli gives a natural vibe to the scent.
Anyway, the base is fantastic. The mixture of oud, myrrh, and labdanum is incredible.
In my skin, this cologne lasts more than 10 hrs with heavy to moderate projection.
When to wear La Collection M7 Oud Absolu:
This cologne is a genuine compliments getter. Wear this at parties, events, e.t.c.
Why you should buy La Collection M7 Oud Absolu:
- Properly blended.
- Simple but gorgeous.
- Good longevity.
YSL Rive Gauche Pour Homme
Middle notes: Lavender, Geranium, Cloves, Coumarin.
Base notes: Patchouli, Oakmoss, Guaiac Wood, Vetiver.
The legendary Rive gauche was released in 2003. The nose behind this cologne is Jacques Cavallier.
This will be the best barbershop cologne you’ve ever sniffed. The Hype is real xD.
The opening of this cologne is bitter and fresh. Star anise mixed with rosemary and bergamot creates a great aroma.
The heart is sweet, floral, and spicy. Lavender, geranium balances the sweetness, and cloves add a spicy touch.
The base is just remarkable. It’s a mixture of wood, oakmoss, and vetiver. This cologne ends with earthy patchouli.
Performance of this cologne is great. It easily lasts more than 10hrs with a heavy projection.
When to wear YSL Rive Gauche Pour Homme:
This is a daytime cologne and smells like a barbershop. You’ll smell fresh so wear this wherever you want.
Why you should buy YSL Rive Gauche Pour Homme:
- Currently one of the best Barbershop cologne.
- Good longevity and projection.
- 10/10 satisfaction rate.
YSL L’Homme
Middle notes: Spices, Violet Leaf, White Pepper, Basil.
Base notes: Tonka Bean, Cedar, Tahitian vetiver.
YSL L’Homme is a woody floral Musk cologne for men. It was released in 2006.
Well, the opening of this cologne is citrusy and spicy. Bergamot and lemon give a fresh citrusy vibe and ginger adds depth to it.
However, the heart is really spicy and floral. Violet leaf works so great in the middle. Spices, white pepper make this cologne spicier, and basil balances everything.
The base is woody and sweet. Tonka bean, cedar, vetiver gives a woody vibe and provides the best amount of sweetness.
Performance was good enough. I got around 6-8hrs of longevity with moderate projection.
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When to wear YSL L’Homme:
It’s a fresh daytime cologne. You can wear this anywhere you want.
Why you should buy YSL L’Homme:
- Rich notes.
- Compliments getter.
Conclusion
Every YSL cologne is unique and the best in its own sector. So it was tough for me to choose the top 9.
If you find any mistakes, please let me know about them through the comment section. And don’t forget to comment on your favorite cologne from YSL. Also, suggest below on which brand I should cover next. Till then, Good Bye.
