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Score
82/100

Yves Saint Laurent

Y Iced Cologne

2025

Air conditioning in bottle form — the fragrance that actually cools you down.

Y Iced Cologne
green
aromatic
patchouli

The take

What works

  • Mint-ambroxan pairing creates genuinely cooling sensation on hot days
  • Blue sage adds complexity to what could have been a simple mint blast
  • Patchouli-ambroxan base gives it legs past the expected 3 hours

Trade-offs

  • A cologne concentration means reapply is non-optional
  • Seasonally limited — this is summer only

Notes

Top

Fresh Ice MintFresh Ice Mint

Mid

Living MintLiving MintBlue SageBlue Sage

Base

AmbroxanAmbroxanPatchouliPatchouli

Performance

Longevity
5–7 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring99%
Summer100%
Fall24%
Winter14%
Day90%
Night32%

Occasions

CasualActiveOffice

Gender

Leans masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Y Iced Cologne smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Yves Saint Laurent YSL Y Eau de Toilette (87%), Yves Saint Laurent Y Live (86%), Yves Saint Laurent YSL Y Eau de Toilette (85%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does Y Iced Cologne last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 62/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Y Iced Cologne?

Strongest in summer and spring, daytime-leaning. Suited to casual, active, office.

Is Y Iced Cologne worth it?

At $95–$130, yes for this tier. Mint-ambroxan pairing creates genuinely cooling sensation on hot days. Blue sage adds complexity to what could have been a simple mint blast.

Details

Perfumer
Dominique Ropion
Collection
Y