8 Best YSL Colognes for Men

La Nuit De L’Homme Review

If you have a hot date coming up and plan to impress your partner, then you’d probably want to get your hands on La Nuit De L’Homme. Created using contrasting ingredients in 2009, this intense and deeply seductive fragrance is arguably one of the sexiest men’s colognes available. No wonder many men have had it as their signature scent since its debut, contributing to YSL’s increasing popularity.

This cologne’s bold sensuality and seduction is a silent battle between restraint and reckless abandon. Deep, dark veiled, and powerful, it features spicy accords and traces of warm woody accents. The scent was produced by 3 prominent noses – Anne Flipo, Dominique Ropion, and Pierre Wargnye.

La Nuit De L’Homme’s opening explodes in a fresh and spicy cardamom accord, evolving into sparkling bergamot, cedar, and lavender accords. The base reveals cumin and vetiver, giving the mysterious scent a sensual, luxuriously elegant ending.

This men’s perfume is hugely popular and a sure compliment puller. In addition, it sports moderate longevity and sillage. The contemporary YSL classic is ideal for work, evening, or formal wear in cold or temperate weather.

YSL Y EDP Review

YSL formulations are designed to exude freshness and class, and YSL Y Eau De Parfum is no exception. This 2018 release was formulated by the renowned perfumer Dominique Ropion as a seductive interpretation of Saint Laurent’s iconic white T-shirt and black jacket ensemble.

Y EDP redefined masculinity. Inspired by the innovative YSL himself, the fragrance is bold, fresh and designed for the youthful male. The cologne is what is referred to as an aromatic fougere, a fragrance inspired by nature. Fougere fragrances thus typically boast clean, natural aromas.

The scent opens with a fresh, juicy burst, the apple notes lending it a hint of sweetness. The heart is decidedly sage, making it slightly peppery, while the ending features amberwood and Tonka bean. Amberwood contributes to the cologne’s staying power and is responsible for its ambergris vibe.

YSL Y EDP is incredibly versatile. It’s the kind of fragrance you reach out for when unsure what to wear. In other words, it is ideal for all seasons and occasions – whether hot, cold, formal, or casual. This is a keeper and should adorn every gentleman’s cologne collection.

Kouros Eau De Toilette Review

This is another aromatic fougere from Yves Saint Laurent. Released in 1981, Kouros was also referred to as King Kouros or The Scent Of Gods and held a mythical standing in the fragrance world (Kouros is the name of a nude male sculpture from Ancient Greece).

Kouros has a powerfully commanding presence, and first-time users either like it immensely or totally dislike it. I would therefore not recommend a blind buy. 

Intensely masculine, the luxurious fragrance contains an exquisite blend of aldehydes, bergamot, jasmine, coriander, vanilla, and traces of honey. Pierre Bourdon is the perfumer behind the formulation.

Kouros sports one of the most beautiful drydowns. It also has decent staying power. For best results, wear it during the day in mild weather. This YSL cologne is most appropriate for a gentleman aged 30+.

Opium EDT Review

Opium By Yves Saint Laurent for Men was introduced in 1995. The creator of this masterpiece was Jacques Cavallier. He was inspired by an exotic blend of lush blooms, spices, and deep woodsy accords.

An exotic, warm, and spicy offering, this addictive cologne is pretty intoxicating. It also holds a distinct elegance and sophistication that makes it supremely captivating. This YSL scent was created for a strong personality.

The opening is warm and full of spice. It features vanilla notes and fruity black currant accents. The initial sniff is sharp, but the black currants soon mellow down. They settle to reveal spicy anise and pepper, releasing a burst of freshness. At the base are sweet vanilla, cedarwood, and a warm balsam cloud, with the thick balsam responsible for Opium’s exotic, dream-like vibe.  

A tad pricey, this cologne is worth splurging on. The bold sillage and beast mode performance ensure you get your money’s worth. It’s perfect for nightlife and the cold seasons.

YSL L’Homme Eau De Toilette Review

The classic Yves Saint Laurent L’homme was released in 2006. Refreshing, sexy, and bearing a simple presentation, YSL L’homme bears the signature YSL DNA — a delicate, fresh woodsy scent — and several YSL fragrances are offshoots of this cologne. 

YSL L’homme is subtle with a soft yet utterly masculine aroma. The opening is rather intriguing and features light, citrusy bergamot combined with warm, spicy ginger and basil accents. The base notes include creamy Tonka bean, vetiver, and sandalwood, laying the base for a herbal, woodsy finish. 

Ginger is the most prominent note in this fragrance, while violet ushers in a floral touch. The overall effect is an ultra-herbal green scent with peppery hints. 

This fantastic smelling fragrance is suitable for wear day and night throughout the year.

Jazz Eau De Toilette Review

Jazz by Yves Saint Laurent is a classic YSL scent from the 80s era. The nose behind Jazz YSL is Jean-Francois Latty. Released in 1988, the aromatic woody fougere sports a fresh, spicy, lavender, ambery aroma. It evokes class and a sense of purpose and was quite popular in the 1990s. 

Jazz delivers a slightly spicy opening featuring bergamot, nutmeg, and anise notes. A floral, well-blended dry down with traces of woody accents wraps up this fragrance. 

This scent smells terrific and is best suited for casual wear. However, it’s quite a versatile fragrance; thus, you can wear it all year in various settings. It’s not so easy to find, though, and is more of a collector’s item.

La Collection M-7 Oud Absolu Eau De Toilette Review

If you like oud scents, then consider trying out this cologne. A rare find, M-7 Oud Absolu was Yves Saint Laurent’s 7th masculine fragrance, hence the M-7. The amber woody fragrance was released in 2011.

A deep, warm, slightly sweet orangy opening and smoky dry-down are what you get with the M-7. The heart bears prominent patchouli which is soon followed by myrrh and a soft oud. This combination results in the unique cherry cola aroma that forms an integral component of the original M-7 scent.

This sexy, luxurious fragrance is made with high-quality ingredients. Excellent as a signature scent, M-7 Oud Absolu is not a beast performer, but it will give you decent projection and longevity. While it’s somewhat pricey, this is a collector’s item and definitely worth the splurge.

Wear M-7 Oud Absolu during cold seasons or chilly evenings. It has a distinctive, appealing scent, making it appropriate for office wear.