Yves Saint Laurent
Y Elixir
“Lavender, frankincense, and a whisper of oud — Y's masculine maturation, overpriced for what it delivers.”
The take
What works
- ●Lavender mature sophisticated Y Elixir signature
- ●Clean soapy all-season masculine
Trade-offs
- ●60ml bottle at brutal pricing
- ●Oud note undetectable in this concentration
Notes
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Mid
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Performance
When to wear
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
YSL Y Eau de Parfum
Yves Saint Laurent
YSL Y EDP Intense
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Y Le Parfum
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Ripple
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YSL Y Eau de Toilette
Yves Saint Laurent
Odyssey Mega
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Y Iced Cologne
Yves Saint Laurent
Phantom Elixir
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YSL Y Eau de Toilette
Yves Saint Laurent
Dior Homme Intense EDP
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Y Elixir smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Yves Saint Laurent Y Iced Cologne (85%), French Avenue Ripple (81%), Yves Saint Laurent YSL Y Eau de Parfum (71%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.
How long does Y Elixir last?
5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 69/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Y Elixir?
Versatile across seasons, with a slight edge toward spring, works day or night.
Is Y Elixir worth it?
At $100–$170, fine — with caveats. Lavender mature sophisticated Y Elixir signature. Clean soapy all-season masculine.
Details
- Perfumer
- Dominique Ropion