Yves Saint Laurent
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Founded Year:1961
Country:🇫🇷France
Yves Saint Laurent
Each Scento decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.
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 Cardamom, Lavender, Apple; explore 36 fragrances in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml sizes from €6.90 – €22.90 and test a scent properly before committing to a full bottle.
- Authentic · hand-decanted from sealed bottles
- Sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
- Tracked shipping to 27 European markets
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Founded Year:1961
Country:🇫🇷France
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About Yves Saint Laurent
- Established
- 1961
- Origin
- 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
- Coffee
- Vanilla
- Orange Blossom
- Lavender
- Spices (clove, Pepper)
- Jasmine
- Patchouli
- Amber
Signature fragrances to try
Black OpiumThe modern gourmand blockbuster — black coffee and vanilla over white florals. Addictive, warm and one of YSL's most popular scents.€7.90
LibreA bold lavender-and-orange-blossom floral with a warm vanilla-musk base — the house's defining contemporary feminine signature.€7.90
Y Eau de ParfumA crisp, confident masculine built on bergamot, sage, geranium and ambergris-woods — clean, modern and versatile.€7.90
La Nuit de L'Homme Le ParfumA smooth, seductive blend of cardamom, lavender and warm spices — a much-loved evening masculine.€6.90
Opium Pour HommeThe masculine heir to the legendary Opium — a spicy, warm oriental of star anise, pepper and woods.€6.90
History & heritage
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.
How to choose your Yves Saint Laurent
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.
How to buy Yves Saint Laurent samples in Europe
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, 30ml. 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.
Best way to buy Yves Saint Laurent in Europe
| 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.
Yves Saint Laurent sample prices & decant facts
- Origin
- France
- Founded
- 1961
- Scents in stock
- 36
- From (2ml)
- €6.90
- From (5ml)
- €12.90
- Sizes
- 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
- Signature notes
- Cardamom, Lavender, Apple
- Authenticity
- Original-bottle sourcing; the manufacturer code is not printed on the decant vial
- Last reviewed
- 2026-06-18
Which Yves Saint Laurent samples to try first?
Popular Yves Saint Laurent fragrances on Scento — start with a 2ml decant before a full bottle.
Yves Saint Laurent decants & perfume samples — your questions answered
What is Yves Saint Laurent known for?
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.
Which YSL fragrance should I try first?
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.
What does Black Opium smell like?
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.
Is Yves Saint Laurent a designer or niche brand?
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.
Are Yves Saint Laurent decants and perfume samples authentic?
Yes. Each Scento decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.
How many sprays are in a Yves Saint Laurent sample?
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, 30ml.
Do I pay customs or VAT on Yves Saint Laurent samples in the EU?
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.
Should I buy a Yves Saint Laurent decant or a full bottle?
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.
Which Yves Saint Laurent fragrance should I try first?
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.
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