The Last Spritz

Estée Lauder

Youth Dew

EDP1953

The spiced oriental that funded a beauty dynasty — opulent, relentless, and historically enormous.

When to wear
Spring45%
Summer30%
Fall85%
Winter90%
Day35%
Night90%
The take

What works

  • Launched Estée Lauder's empire — historical significance is immense
  • Powerhouse oriental at accessible price
  • Nuclear longevity

Trade-offs

  • Overwhelmingly heavy for most occasions
  • Screams vintage to modern noses
Notes

Top

Aldehydes, Bergamot, Cinnamon, Clove

Mid

Rose, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Orchid

Base

Amber, Benzoin, Vetiver, Musk, Tolu Balsam

Performance
Longevity90
All day
Projection85
Strong
Sillage85
Heavy
Gender
Strongly feminine
Price & value
$30–$60Great value
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Details
Perfumer
Josephine Catapano