Yves Saint Laurent

Y Elixir

Woody lavender, geranium and frankincense

Retail Size
Sample Size
Sample Size Guide
Every sample is hand-decanted from a genuine bottle into a glass spray atomiser.
  • 1 mL: about 15 sprays, enough to test over a few wears
  • 3 mL: about 45 sprays
  • 5 mL: about 75 sprays
  • 10 mL: about 150 sprays
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Description

Yves Saint Laurent Y Elixir is an intense and seductive woody-spicy fragrance for men, blending rich oud wood with fresh lavender and crisp geranium. This haute couture interpretation of Y offers extreme concentration and long-lasting depth.

Scent Accord: Fresh and Synthetic

Prominent Notes: Lavender, Geranium, Frankincense, and Oud

Occasion: Leisure

Fragrance Notes Top: Lavender

Heart: Geranium

Base: Frankincense and Oud

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Notes

Family
Fresh
Scent accord
Woody, Aromatic, Lavender, Amber, Oud
Concentration
Eau de Parfum
Gender
Men
Season
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Occasion
Evening, Cool weather, Night out
House
Designer
Perfumer
Dominique Ropion

The house

Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent, often shortened to YSL, is a renowned French fashion house known for its sophisticated and trendsetting designs. Their fragrance collection embodies this same spirit, offering a captivating selection of scents for both men and women.

With a little guidance and exploration, you're sure to find a YSL scent that complements your unique personality and creates a lasting impression.

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People also ask

Common questions about this fragrance, and how to try it before you commit.

What does Y Elixir smell like?

Y Elixir is a fresh fragrance built around woody, aromatic, lavender, amber, oud accords. You'll pick up lavender, geranium, frankincense, oud. The surest way to know if it suits you is to wear it: sample a decant first.

When should I wear Y Elixir?

Y Elixir suits evening, cool weather, night out. It's at its best in fall, spring, summer, winter. Not sure it fits your rotation? Try it as a decant or build a sampling box of any five.

Is Y Elixir an EDT or EDP?

Y Elixir is sold as Eau de Parfum. Concentration is how much fragrance oil the formula carries, which shapes how rich it smells and how long it lasts on skin.

How long does Y Elixir last?

As an eau de parfum, expect solid longevity: several hours of noticeable wear is typical. A decant is the low-risk way to see exactly how it performs on your skin before you commit to a full bottle.

Are these authentic?

Yes, 100%. Every decant is hand-poured from a genuine, retail-bought bottle: never a tester, clone or copy. Read our Authenticity Promise.

Can I try it before buying a full bottle?

That's the whole idea. Everything here is a decant, so you try the real fragrance on your own skin before committing to a full retail bottle. Want a few at once? Build a Sampling Box of any five. See how decanting works.

What's your return policy?

Full-bottle fragrances can be returned within 30 days of delivery. A $10 return shipping fee applies, and used bottles carry a restocking fee. Samples, decants, body wash, lotion and candles are final sale. See our full refund policy.

How fast do you ship?

Orders are processed within one business day and ship with tracking to the continental US. Standard shipping is free on orders over $50.

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