“Air conditioning in bottle form — the fragrance that actually cools you down.”
Dominique Ropion's 2025 Cologne in YSL's Y line is built around mint: fresh ice mint and living mint over blue sage, on ambroxan and patchouli. Green and aromatic accords lead, with patchouli and fresh spice. Most closely related to the 2017 Y EDT and the 2019 Y Live within the line. A summer and spring daytime scent.
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
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Notes
Top
Mid
Base
Performance
Fit
Best in spring and summer, during the day. Leans masculine.
When
- Spring, 99%, best
- Summer, 100%, best
- Fall, 24%
- Winter, 14%
- Day, 90%, best
- Night, 32%
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
- Very close
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Y Live
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Y Eau de Toilette
$70–$105
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Y Eau Fraiche
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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 Parfum (82%), Yves Saint Laurent Y Live (86%), Yves Saint Laurent YSL Y Eau de Toilette (87%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.
How long does Y Iced Cologne last?
5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.
When should you wear Y Iced Cologne?
Y Iced Cologne is best in spring and summer, during the day. It suits everyday wear, the office, and active days.
Is Y Iced Cologne worth it?
At $130–$180, 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.