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Explore Yves Saint Laurent fragrances at Scento as authentic decants and samples. Every Yves Saint Laurent scent is hand-decanted from a sealed, original retail bottle — never a clone, dupe or “inspired-by” version — and offered in 2 ml, 5 ml and 8 ml sizes so you can test a fragrance properly before committing to a full bottle. The original batch code is printed on each label and shown on your order page, so you can verify provenance yourself. Browse the Yves Saint Laurent fragrances below, read the top, heart and base notes for each, and add the sample sizes you want to try to your cart.
Every Yves Saint Laurent decant and perfume sample at Scento is hand-decanted from a sealed, original bottle — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. A house from France founded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent is known for signature notes like Apple, Cardamom, Ginger; explore 12 fragrances in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml sizes from €6.90 – €22.90 and test a scent properly before committing to a full bottle.
Est. 1961 · Paris, France
Yves Saint Laurent is a French luxury house founded in Paris in 1961 by designer Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé. Its perfumery is known for bold, sensual statement scents — from the scandalous oriental Opium (1977) to the gourmand blockbuster Black Opium and the modern signature Libre.
YSL fragrances are bold and sensual statement-makers — opulent orientals, addictive gourmands and sharp aromatic masculines, often built on contrasts of spice, sweetness, florals and warmth that make them confident and unmistakable.
Signature notes
Yves Saint Laurent founded his couture house in 1961 with partner Pierre Bergé, after leaving Dior, and showed his first collection in January 1962. He brought a daring, liberated sensibility to fashion — most famously "Le Smoking" tuxedo for women — that carried straight into the brand's perfumery.
The house's first fragrance, Y, arrived in 1964, but it was Opium (1977) — a lavish, spicy oriental whose provocative name caused a sensation — that made YSL a perfumery icon and one of France's all-time best-sellers. Kouros (1981) and Paris (1983) followed as modern classics.
Now created in partnership with L'Oréal, YSL Beauté blends heritage with contemporary hits: Black Opium (2014) turned the Opium legacy into a coffee-vanilla gourmand phenomenon, and Libre (2019) became the house's defining modern feminine signature.
YSL scents make an impression, so sampling first matters. On the feminine side, Black Opium leans sweet-and-gourmand while Libre is more floral-aromatic — comparing the two in 2ml or 5ml decants is the fastest way to find your signature.
For men, Y Eau de Parfum is the fresh, all-purpose pick, while La Nuit de L'Homme and Opium Pour Homme are warmer and more seductive for evening. A small decant lets you judge projection and longevity on your own skin before a full bottle.
Because the house favours bold, long-lasting compositions, many YSL fragrances reward cooler weather and night-time wear. Decants are the ideal way to test how their statement character suits your style and the occasion.
To buy Yves Saint Laurent samples in Europe you have a few honest routes: official Yves Saint Laurent boutiques and authorised retailers for full bottles, or Scento for authenticated Yves Saint Laurent decants in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml. On Scento, Yves Saint Laurent samples start at €6.90 — and a 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so you can try the scent properly before committing to a full size.
| Route | Smallest commitment | EU delivery & customs | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official Yves Saint Laurent boutique or site | Full bottle (50–100ml) | Set by the brand; varies by country | Owning the full bottle, sealed and gift-ready |
| Authorised retailer or department store | Full bottle | In store, or online where the retailer ships in the EU | Trying in person before buying a bottle |
| Scento authenticated decants | 2ml / 5ml / 8ml decant — from €6.90 | Ships from the EU to 27 European markets, no extra customs | Trying Yves Saint Laurent before a full bottle, at the lowest entry price |
| Official Yves Saint Laurent discovery set (where offered) | Brand-curated mini set | Only where the brand ships it to your country | Sampling a themed range chosen by the house |
Routes and availability vary by brand and country — always confirm current stock, sizes and prices with each seller before buying.
Popular Yves Saint Laurent fragrances on Scento — start with a 2ml decant before a full bottle.
YSL is a Paris luxury house (founded 1961) known for bold, sensual fragrances — the iconic oriental Opium (1977), the gourmand blockbuster Black Opium, and the modern feminine signature Libre, alongside masculines like Y and La Nuit de L'Homme.
For women, start with Black Opium (sweet coffee-vanilla gourmand) or Libre (lavender-floral). For men, Y Eau de Parfum is the versatile choice, with La Nuit de L'Homme for evening. Decants in 2ml/5ml let you compare before committing to a bottle.
Black Opium is a warm gourmand: black coffee and vanilla at its core, brightened by pear and pink pepper on top and softened by white florals like jasmine and orange blossom. It is sweet, addictive and long-lasting.
Yves Saint Laurent is a designer luxury house, with widely worn pillars such as Black Opium, Libre and Y. Its fragrances sit firmly in the prestige designer tier rather than niche perfumery.
Yes. Every Yves Saint Laurent decant is hand-decanted from a sealed, original retail bottle — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. The original batch code is printed on the label and shown on your order page, so you can verify the provenance yourself.
As a rough guide, a perfume atomizer gives about 10–15 sprays per millilitre, so a 2ml Yves Saint Laurent sample is roughly 20–30 sprays, a 5ml about 50–75, and an 8ml about 80–120. Exact counts vary with the atomizer and how heavily you spray. Available sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml.
No extra customs for EU orders. Scento ships Yves Saint Laurent decants from within the EU to 27 European markets, so EU buyers pay no import duties or customs charges and usually receive their order in 1–5 business days. Orders to non-EU European countries may be subject to local import VAT set by your country, not by Scento.
Buy a decant to test or rotate a scent, and a full bottle once you know you love it. A 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so it lets you wear Yves Saint Laurent for days before committing to full-bottle price. For sealed presentation or gifting, an official boutique or authorised retailer is the better route.
Tuxedo and La Nuit de L'Homme Bleu Électrique are the Yves Saint Laurent fragrances our members reach for most, so they are the easiest place to start. If you want to explore further, Tuxedo, La Nuit de L'Homme Bleu Électrique, Cuir make a strong first set in affordable decant sizes.
Perfect Yves Saint Laurent fragrances for layering
Adds a warmer, longer base. Apply Reflection 45 Man first (1 light spray), then Y Le Parfum (2 light sprays).
Adds a warmer, longer base. Apply Ani first (1 light spray), then Y Le Parfum (2 light sprays).
Connects their shared facets. Apply Sauvage first (1 light spray), then Y Le Parfum (2 light sprays).
Connects their shared facets. Apply Y Le Parfum first (1 light spray), then Sedley (2 light sprays).
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