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Y EDP vs Y Le Parfum Comparison

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The Y series from YSL is now on its 5th release, 2021’s Le Parfum. Obviously, it is going to get compared quite a lot with the other scents that came before it. Mainly, Y Eau de Parfum, since that’s been the best seller of the series.

So, with that in mind, it’s time for another cologne comparison. Which one of these Saint Laurent fragrances smells better? Lasts longer? Should you buy?

Quick Overview

🏆 My Verdict

Y EDP wins on opening, projection, and versatility, while Y Le Parfum wins on longevity and overall scent quality.

Buy Y EDP if you want the louder, fresher, brighter blue fragrance with stronger everyday versatility and bigger compliment-factor.

Buy Y Le Parfum if you want the smoother, darker, sweeter, and more refined version with the better dry down and stronger overall scent experience.

Tale of the Tape: Y Le Parfum vs. Eau de Parfum

Y Le Parfum

Notes include: apple, grapefruit, ginger, aldehydes, lavender, sage, geranium, patchouli, tonka bean, and cedar

Read my review: Y Le Parfum

Y EDP

Notes include: bergamot, apple, ginger, sage, vetiver, geranium, juniper berries, tonka bean, amber, cedar

Click here to try: Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Parfum Spray for Men, 3.3 Ounce

Read my review: Y EDP

Opening

Y EDP starts off with its bold kick. It’s a strong bergamot, apple, and ginger blend initially. Then, will come the amber, juniper berry, and tonka bean. However, that initial blast is quite juicy, bold, and blue.

I know some people don’t like that initial punch, but I love it. I actually think that its that amber and juniper layer that can put some folks off. But for me, the apple and bergamot pairing really grabs my attention with its crisp bite.

The sage also comes through quite a bit, even at this early point of the process.

Meanwhile, Le Parfum has some similarities to its counterpart, using apple and ginger. However, it replaces bergamot with grapefruit and adds some sweet aldehydes. Le Parfum is understated in comparison, has some more sweetness, and even a darker quality.

Sage and geranium are more prevalent at the beginning in Le Parfum, as well.

Which is better? I like the opening of EDP more so than Le Parfum. I think Le Parfum smells its best when it has settled in and the opening act is the weakest spot, in my mind.

Edge: EDP

Projection

Y EDP does start off bold and the sillage comes across as being quite strong. However, I’d call it above average overall. Not a monster, but very solid throughout.

That first 30-60 minutes, can be a lot, especially with heavy spraying. Though, it always seems to calm down for me, while still having a noticeable strength.

Le Parfum never reaches the same levels. It’s also a moderate, but much closer to the middle of that range than the upper end like EDP. Plus, it doesn’t keep the same consistency as EDP.

I didn’t know if Le Parfum was going to be amped up in comparison, coming into testing it out, but it turned out to be a step down. Still, it’s not bad at all, just not the same level.

Edge: EDP

Longevity

With Y EDP, I always get over 10 hours of wear out of it. It never lets me down with its performance. Y Le Parfum, will stick around for 6-6.5 hours, on my skin.

That’s not terrible, it’s just that Le Parfum is no marathon runner. It’s really not even a contest here.

Perhaps others have better luck with this newer edition. For the life of me, I cannot get this fragrance to stick around to even come close to double digit hours. It’s about the same as what I get with Y EDT, I don’t know what the deal is.

Edge: EDP

Versatility

Here is where Le Parfum has an edge and it really isn’t much of one. But, Le Parfum is a more mature fragrance, with a subtlety which can venture into more environments. Its understated qualities will be appreciated by those who think that EDP is too much.

Neither is best on hotter days, but can venture in more temperate climates easily. In either case, Le Parfum will most likely have a wider use case for you than the eau de parfum. Not a massive difference, but a win here for the newer release.

Edge: Le Parfum

Overall Scent

Is this an easy win for EDP? Not really. Y Le Parfum is probably my second favorite scent from this series.

The dry down with the tonka bean, lavender, apple, and woods is actually great. That part of the wear is a highlight for me, and at times, I think I prefer it to EDP.

The downside is, that blend of notes comes in when the sillage has already weakened a lot and it floats close to the skin.

That’s not the worst situation, as you can still enjoy it, just not ideal. Le Parfum does indeed have its merits and is a fine fragrance…that had potential to be even better.

In totality, I still prefer Y EDP. It does absolutely everything well. It has depth, performance, and enough versatility to pretty much be a signature fragrance.

I can’t really say that about Le Parfum, at least for me. Sure, it’s versatile and can be worn in a wide variety of climates, but it doesn’t stick out the same.

I will say, if you don’t like the boldness of EDP, Le Parfum could be an easier pick for a lot of guys. Again, I do like the fragrance, just never found it to be all that special.

Winner: Y EDP

Who Should Buy Each?

Choose Y EDP if:

You want the stronger everyday fragrance
You prefer bergamot, apple, ginger, sage, amber, and bright blue freshness
You want stronger projection and more compliment-grabbing performance
You need maximum versatility for office, casual wear, and dates
You like louder, fresher designer fragrances with mass appeal

Choose Y Le Parfum if:

You want the better overall scent
You prefer apple, grapefruit, ginger, sweet aldehydes, sage, and darker sweetness
You want better longevity and a smoother dry down
You mainly wear fragrance in evenings, cooler weather, or dressed-up settings
You prefer refinement and depth over loud projection

Y by YSL FAQ

Which is the best Y fragrance?

For me, the best is still Y EDP. As I said, I think the Le Parfum is number two on the list. While, it is too expensive for what it is, I happen to like Y Elixir more than many other people seem too also.

Is Y Le Parfum sweeter than Y EDP?

Yes, Le Parfum is the sweeter of the two. Y EDP has a sharper aroma than does Le Parfum, both obviously use similar note, but Le Parfum has a sweeter aroma to it.

Which YSL Y fragrance should I buy first?

Probably one of these two: EDP or Le Parfum. You might also go with Y EDT, which is easier to wear. That one has been changed a bit over the years.

Which one has better performance overall?

EDP. I don’t get great performance from Y Le Parfum, but my bottle of Y Eau de Parfum is a beast, especially in comparison. Longer lasting and much more noticeable.

YSL Libre Intense vs. Le Parfum

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Libre has been such a hit for YSL, the flankers will keep right on coming. Intense was an improvement to me, versus the original. Now, I want to compare it to the more recent 2022 release, Libre Le Parfum. Which of these Libre’s will take the crown? Which lasts longer? Which is the better buy?

Quick Overview

🏆 My Verdict

Libre Le Parfum wins on opening, longevity, and overall scent, while Libre Intense wins on projection and slightly better versatility.

Buy Le Parfum if you want the richer, smoother, honeyed vanilla version with the better dry down and stronger full-wear experience.

Buy Libre Intense if you prefer a brighter orange blossom opening with stronger projection and a slightly easier everyday wear profile, but overall Le Parfum is the better fragrance. You might also want to try a cheaper alternative: Intensely Liberated by Dua

Category Libre Intense Libre Le Parfum Winner
Opening Orange blossom, lavender, vanilla, amber, and brighter floral sweetness Honey, saffron, ginger, vanilla, orange blossom, and richer warm sweetness Le Parfum
Projection Stronger projection and a louder first few hours Strong, but smoother and less sharp off the skin Libre Intense
Longevity Around 7–8 hours Usually 8–9+ hours with a stronger dry down Le Parfum
Versatility Slightly easier for daytime and cooler-weather daily wear Best for evenings, cooler weather, and dressed-up wear Libre Intense
Overall Scent Beautiful floral-vanilla scent with stronger brightness and projection Richer, deeper, smoother honeyed vanilla with the better full wear Le Parfum
Best For Those who want stronger projection and easier daily wear Those who want the richer, smoother, better overall Libre —

Tale of the Tape Libre Intense vs. Le Parfum

Libre Intense

Notes include: lavender, orange blossom, orchid, vanilla

Click here to try: Yves Saint Laurent for Women Libre 1.6 oz Eau de Parfum Intense Spray

Libre Le Parfum

Notes include: ginger, saffron, mandarin orange, bergamot, orange blossom, lavender, vanilla, honey, tonka bean, vetiver

Click here to try: Libre Le Parfum

Opening

Libre Intense starts fairly sweet for me, but still not super sugary or anything. Less lavender/musk soapiness than the original, a lot more orchid, and the orange blossom is about the same. Vanilla is a bigger player for the entire duration of the wear.

Le Parfum goes more in a citrusy direction, but not completely so. The orange blossom, honey, spice, and vanilla are all very present early. Parfum is warm and cozy.

Way less lavender here (at least early, later it shows up quite a bit on my skin) than either the original or Intense, for that matter. It also feels much thicker and syrupy like than the others in the series.

Which do I like better?

There’s obviously plenty of overlap between them. However, I like the direction that Le Parfum takes it. Sweet, citrus, warm, with enough spice from ginger/saffron to not be boring. It’s familiar yet unique.

Edge: Le Parfum

Projection

Intense is a powerful perfume. I don’t think it’s elite in this regard, but it is certainly well above average with its reach, and has some heavy qualities to it.

Le Parfum feels thicker, but I don’t think that it leaves the same sort of scent trail in its wake as does Intense. It is also a strong perfume, but it seems to be a slightly less powerful one than its competitor.

Not too much of a difference, just what I noticed.

Edge: Intense

Longevity

Libre Intense is fantastic with its longevity. For me, it’ll easily hit 12 hours worth of wear. Maybe a little bit beyond that, also. It’s no slouch.

With Le Parfum, I got close to the same. Maybe a tad less than 12 hours. It seems to hit 10-11 hours for me. Not at all bad, just a step behind what I get with Intense. Now, that may not be the case for everyone, but I have to give Intense the edge.

Edge: Intense

Versatility

I don’t see much difference here in this category. They are both autumn and winter wears that will break down in the heat. Both are powerful, both lean more towards nighttime wear.

The similarities here, don’t give it much space to pick a winner. Maybe, I’d say that the sweeter qualities may make Le Parfum the more attractive/sexier fragrance of the two, and that could be enough to push it over the top.

Le Parfum is sweet, without being girlish, and maintaining a maturity.

Edge: Le Parfum

Overall Scent

Overall, which of these perfumes do I like more?

Well, Intense was my favorite of the bunch coming into trying out Le Parfum. But, I think Parfum has surpassed it. Le Parfum is slightly better than Intense and much better than Platine, which was released in close proximity to Parfum.

Intense, was one that I liked because of the greater performance versus the original, it had more depth and better balance. I liked that the lavender isn’t as heavy, as the original. The orchid was improved and the vanilla gets ramped up.

Again, here’s a similar alternative to Intense for $33 currently: Intensely Liberated

Here, we get an interesting shift towards less lavender at the start, with Le Parfum. But, it does still come through past that opening act, much to the same level as Intense. I like the added citrus, a similar vanilla, plus the spiciness.

To me, the orange blossom has a lot of similarities in terms of strength to the Intense version. It’s less soapy, but the honey and gourmand notes give Le Parfum a stand alone identity, while remaining true to the series.

It’s not a big win for Parfum, but if I had to pick one, I’d go with it. The complexity is more interesting. It’s smoother and I like the delicious honey and vanilla combo.  I do think the competition is closer in the latter stages, since I think that Le Parfum has a very nice opening and good enough back end.

Winner: Le Parfum

Who Should Buy Each?

Choose Libre Intense if:

You want the stronger projection between the two
You prefer orange blossom, lavender, vanilla, amber, and brighter floral warmth
You want something slightly easier for daytime wear
You like fragrances that feel bold but still a bit more flexible
You prefer stronger opening projection over the smoother dry down

Choose Libre Le Parfum if:

You want the better overall fragrance
You prefer honey, saffron, ginger, vanilla, orange blossom, and richer sweetness
You want better longevity and a stronger dry down
You mainly wear fragrance for evenings, dates, or cooler weather
You want the smoother, deeper, more luxurious take on Libre

YSL Libre FAQ

Which YSL Libre should I buy first?

Out of the ones in the series that I’ve personally tried, Libre Le Parfum is the best. They have released other newer scents in this lineup, so you may want to check those out also.

Are Libre Intense and Libre Le Parfum very similar?

I don’t think so. Obviously, there are going to be similarities. I do like how they toned down the lavender in Le Parfum, it feels more balanced that way. Here’s my review for Le Parfum for more information on that perfume.

Does Libre Intense project more than Le Parfum?

I think it has a farther reach than Le Parfum. While Le Parfum feels denser. Libre Intense is one that I can spray something and easily detect it from across a good-sized room. That being said, both of these perfumes perform very well.

L’Homme vs La Nuit by YSL Comparison

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I can’t believe that I had never done this comparison, up until now. But, better late than never. For this cologne comparison entry, I am going to be taking a closer look at two scents from YSL: La Nuit de l’Homme vs. L’Homme. Which perfume smells better? Which has better performance? Which projects well? Ultimately, which is the better buy?

Quick Overview

🏆 My Verdict

La Nuit de l’Homme wins overall because it has better projection, better longevity, and a warmer cardamom-lavender dry down that develops more beautifully on skin. L’Homme has the better opening and is slightly more versatile, but its weak longevity makes it harder to recommend as the better buy.

Category YSL L’Homme La Nuit de l’Homme Winner
Opening Light citrus, ginger, basil, violet leaf, sweet freshness, and herbal spice Cardamom, bergamot, lavender, cedar, and vetiver L’Homme
Projection Light and airy throughout the wear Starts moderate, then turns light after 1–2 hours La Nuit
Longevity About 2.5–3 hours with newer bottles Historically 6–8 hours, though newer bottles can be shorter La Nuit
Versatility More versatile; works in warm weather and can move into colder weather too Better for cold weather, spring, dates, and nighttime wear L’Homme
Overall Scent Excellent fresh, sweet, spicy scent with a great opening but poor staying power Warm, spicy, sweet cardamom-lavender scent with a beautiful vetiver dry down La Nuit
Best For Fresh daily wear if you love the opening and do not mind weak performance Dates, nights out, cooler weather, and the better overall buy —

Tale of the Tape: L’Homme vs La Nuit

L’Homme

Notes include: Virginia Cedar, Ginger, Violet, Citron, White Pepper, Basil Flower, Ozone, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Vetiver

Click here to try: L’homme By Yves Saint Laurent Eau De Toilette Spray For Men 3.3 oz

Read my review: L’Homme Review

La Nuit

Notes include: cardamom, bergamot, vetiver, lavender, cedar

Try it out: Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit De L’homme Eau de Toilette Spray, 3.3-Ounce

Read my review: La Nuit de l’Homme

Opening

L’Homme opens up with a light citrus blend of bergamot and citron, with ginger and basil. It is clean and fresh, with a light herbal spice, and a slight green aroma. A bit later, you get the violet leaf, but L’Homme maintains a balance of sweet and fresh.

La Nuit starts off with cardamom and bergamot. The bergamot isn’t too heavy and is soon replaced by the lavender note, for the most part. This one has a pretty big dose of cardamom at the top.

Which is better? It’s really close in my mind and I actually like both. However, I have always really enjoyed the start of L’Homme, and prefer it slightly here.

I love the smell of L’Homme at the start, it’s so good, that even other great scents can be hard pressed to touch it.

Edge: L’Homme

Projection

Neither of these colognes has a monster sillage. L’Homme is pretty light and airy throughout the wear. La Nuit starts out moderate and then goes light after an hour or two. So, it has more power.

This is the main complaint with either of these fragrances, they don’t have much strength. Some of their flankers do, but they usually smell completely different from the originals.

Edge: La Nuit

Longevity

The biggest problem that I’ve had with L’Homme, has always been its lack of staying power. On my skin, it will last 4-5 hours tops. Yep, it’s a letdown.

Update: With my 2021 bottle, L’Homme is now in the 2.5-3 hour range of longevity. The sillage is about the same, but the longevity is somehow even worse. The performance on skin, just isn’t good at all.

La Nuit is better, but not amazing, either. It is in the 6-8 hour range, mostly toward the lower end of that range. Update: Newer bottles are a few hours less with its overall range.

It L’Homme had the sillage and longevity, it would probably be a constant in my rotation.

Edge: La Nuit

Versatility

Seasonally, L’Homme is more versatile. It smells great in the warm weather and can go into the cold, also.

La Nuit, is more of a cold weather fragrance, that can venture into the springtime. As to when they can be worn, it is pretty much even, except La Nuit, is a better nighttime wear. Overall, I think L’Homme is slightly more versatile.

Edge: L’Homme

Overall Scent

This can be a tough one to do, because I like both of these fragrances a lot. L’Homme really does smell great, it is a simple presentation, but the fresh blend of sweet and spicy is awesome. I completely dig the way it smells. It just has no staying power.

I personally, have actually liked the way that L’Homme smells more so than La Nuit. Just crappy performance. Now, I actually have grown to favor La Nuit’s smell more, and L’Homme is pretty atrocious with how it lasts.

Note: You can get an alternative to L’Homme from The Dua Brand called Rendezvous.

This current bottle that I have, is almost certainly my last, that I will ever purchase. I still spray the air with it from time to time, because its a scent that I’ve owned multiple times over the years.

La Nuit, doesn’t start off as good, but I think that it finishes better than L’Homme. The cardamom and lavender combo starts to take off and get good. Once the vetiver note kicks in completely, the aroma is amazing.

The powdery aroma comes in fully and La Nuit just becomes a super pleasant fragrance to wear.

It is warm, slightly spicy, with enough sweetness to keep it interesting. Plus, it has better performance than L’Homme, even if it isn’t great in its own right.

As such, I’m giving the win here to La Nuit de l’Homme. It reaches higher heights of greatness and has the better performance. Unlike it competitor, it still has some life left in it.

Winner: La Nuit

Who Should Buy Each?

Choose YSL L’Homme if:

You want the better opening between the two
You prefer clean citrus, ginger, basil, violet, and light herbal spice
You need something more versatile for warmer weather
You want a fresh, sweet, spicy designer scent for casual wear
You do not mind very weak longevity from newer bottles

Choose La Nuit de l’Homme if:

You want the better overall buy
You prefer cardamom, lavender, cedar, vetiver, and warm spice
You want better projection and longevity than L’Homme
You mainly wear fragrance for dates, nights out, or cooler weather
You want the scent that develops better in the dry down

Myslf Le Parfum vs. L’Absolu

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Myslf from YSL continues to expand its popularity among people with each of its successive releases. 2025 saw the release of the third cologne in the series, Myslf Absolu. With that being the case, I wanted to do a new comparison post between it and Le Parfum.

Which Myslf fragrance smells better? Lasts longer? Is the better buy?

Tale of the Tape: Myslf Le Parfum vs Absolu

Myslf Le Parfum

Notes include: black pepper, orange blossom, Bourbon vanilla, amber, patchouli, woods

Click here to try: YSL Myslf Le Parfum

Myslf L’Absolu

Notes include: ginger, bergamot, cardamom, orange blossom, woods, patchouli

Read my review: Absolu

Get Absolu: at Sephora

Opening

Myslf Le Parfum starts off fresh and sweet. There’s still a hint of bergamot present, but orange blossom really takes the lead in this version.

The orange blossom brings a bubblegum-like sweetness to the table, though the black pepper up top does a good job of balancing it out. You get a nice spicy kick without it being overwhelming.

There’s warmth here, and I’m picking up a fair bit of woods and patchouli right from the start as well.

Absolu starts off powerfully with ginger at the forefront, working alongside that familiar bergamot note. There’s a cool spiciness happening here that feels quite fresh, and the cardamom becomes more apparent after about 5 to 10 minutes.

The citrus burst at the start fades back, and the fragrance moves into a spicier floral combination featuring ginger, cardamom, and the signature orange blossom.

By now, the scent has grown warmer compared to that cooler opening vibe. It maintains a sparkling, somewhat sweet character. The spice notes have mellowed out and Absolu has settled into its floral center. Orange blossom, naturally.

Which is better? While, I do like what I get from Myslf Le Parfum at the start, the additional freshness and energy that Absolu brings to the table, is just better to me. I enjoy both, but one has a clear advantage.

Edge: Absolu

Projection

To me, both of these have close to the same level of projection. Very good ability to envelop the wearer and make itself known in a room. While also, not being an absolute beast.

So, in those terms they’re about equal. However, Le Parfum does have a denser and heavier feeling than does the fresher Absolu. Which can create the perception that it is the stronger of the two.

But, spraying each on a shirt and then walking away from it, I can detect them to about the same distance. Le Parfum does feel a bit more substantial, though.

Edge: Parfum

Longevity

The longevity of each of these for me sits at 9-10 hours of wear. I’ve been testing each of them and rotating between these Myslf fragrances and that’s what I consistently get. Both are better than EDP, while being equal to one another.

Edge: Push

Versatility

When it comes to seasons, Myslf Absolu basically works all year. I’d lean toward moderate to warmer weather with it. Just like before, avoid wearing this in peak summer heat.

It handles both day and night well. This is a polished floral cologne where the fresh spiciness really comes alive in the evening hours. That’s what sets it apart from the EDP. There’s more detail and refinement here.

It’s crowd-pleasing but has some edge to it. This could easily become someone’s go-to fragrance or even their only one.

Le Parfum follows a similar pattern. It outperforms the EDP and Absolu when it’s colder out, but doesn’t handle the heat quite as well. It’s not terrible in higher temperatures, but the others have the advantage there.

I think both are fine for nightlife or romantic occasions. They have more depth than your typical clean everyday scent.

Not too much distinction here. The temperature might have an effect on which you would wear. Maybe, give Parfum an edge as a more formal scent, but there’s much separation.

Edge: Push

Overall Scent

Ok, so overall which of these two YSL colognes do I like more after extensive testing?

I do personally rank both of them higher than the original eau de parfum release.

With Parfum, I think the quality improves and the longevity gives it an advantage when compared to the EDP. Much of that edge is removed when it’s put alongside Absolu.

The vanilla, amber, and orange blossom combination really shines in the later stages. Le Parfum goes through phases where it turns powdery, then shifts woodier, then becomes more of an amber-driven floral.

That opening is solid, but a step behind.

With Absolu, The ginger and cardamom elevate the overall blend significantly. I really like the sweetness and fresh spiciness that you get to go along with that central orange blossom note.

Even stacked up against Le Parfum, this one feels more accessible as a floral cologne for the average person, and it brings extra dimension to the orange blossom base.

For me, I think I’d rather have a bottle of Myslf Absolu around. Others, may prefer the darker and sometimes earthier floral blend of Le Parfum. Absolu is the safer blind buy. However, for a portion of people they are going to really love what Parfum brings to the table.

Winner: Absolu

Myslf EDP vs. L’Absolu

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YSL has once again brought out a new entry into the Myslf lineup. This time, it’s Myslf Absolu for 2025. I’ve been really enjoying testing out this fragrance, but I wanted to do a post comparing it to the original.

So, which fragrance smells better? Which Myslf lasts longer? And is Absolu a better buy when compared to Myslf EDP?

Tale of the Tape: Myself Eau de Parfum vs Absolu

Myslf EDP

Notes include: bergamot, orange blossom, woods, patchouli, ambrofix

Click here to try: Myslf by YSL

My Full Review: Myslf 

Myslf L’Absolu

Notes include: ginger, bergamot, cardamom, orange blossom, woods, patchouli

Read my review: Absolu

Opening

Myslf eau de parfum starts off with bergamot and orange blossom as its main two note. It’s fresh, dynamic, and also has a bit of creaminess to the scent. The orange blossom adds that quality, but doesn’t bring too much sweetness during the beginning.

The very opening stage is bergamot-centered though. That shifts later on, but at the start it’s a fresh citrusy cologne.

Absolu really kicks off strong with ginger taking centerstage alongside that familiar bergamot note. It does have this cool spiciness to it, quite fresh, and cardamom becomes more noticeable after 5-10 minutes.

That initial citrus burst in the opening pulls back and it shifts into a spicier floral blend with the ginger, cardamom, and signature orange blossom.

At this point, the scent has warmed up from that initial cooler vibe. It still carries a sparkling, slightly sweet quality. The spiciness isn’t as intense and Absolu has transitioned into its floral heart. Orange blossom, obviously.

Which is better? I actually do think they’re close and more similar to each other than to Le Parfum.

Ultimately, I like the ginger and cardamom additions to the mix. Not as heavy with the bergamot, but that early clean spiciness is really complementing the core DNA very well.

Edge: Absolu

Projection

Absolu isn’t a heavy fragrance. It doesn’t have the same density or thickness as the Le Parfum version. However, it actually projects really well for a designer scent.

The first few hours especially have serious reach for me. Not a complete beast or anything, but I feel like I get plenty of coverage with Absolu for a good amount of time.

Myslf EDP for the first hour is actually pretty strong. Not a heavy fragrance, but it creates a substantial enough scent trail behind you. It never hits the same level as the other YSL scent though.

After that, it becomes more of an intimate scent surrounding you. I’d say it sticks in that 1-3 foot range off the skin, but it’s still noticeable.

Absolu is more substantial and has the further reach.

Edge: Absolu

Longevity

Myslf EDP lasts for 6-7 hours before it fades away completely. It’s fine, just not a great performer.

Longevity-wise, I still get 9-10 hours with this one, which is what I get with Myslf Le Parfum. So it’s about equal performance between those two and better than the EDP.

It’s a pretty clear cut separation between them, as expected with the higher fragrance concentration.

Edge: Absolu

Versatility

Myslf eau de parfum is easy to wear and can fit pretty much anywhere during any time of year. Maybe not during daytime in summer, but outside of that it’s fine.

It’s easy to just spray on as an everyday wear, but attractive enough for nightlife, even if that’s not its main function. It’s not going to overwhelm and works for all age groups without issue.

Seasonally, Myslf Absolu works year-round basically. I’d say it’s better in moderate to warmer temperatures. Again, skip the height of summer with this one too.

Daytime or nighttime. A well put together floral cologne whose fresh spiciness also plays up during the evenings. I think that is what separates it from EDP. It’s more detailed and refined.

Crowd-pleasing with a bit of an edge. This could easily be plenty of people’s main fragrance or only one for that matter.

Edge: Absolu

Overall Scent

Overall, which of these two fragrances do I think smells better? While I do like what I get from Myslf eau de parfum, I just think that Absolu is the best cologne in the line thus far.

The ginger, the cardamom, and the blend overall is just superior. Even comparing it to Le Parfum, I think that it’s more approachable as a floral cologne for most people, and adds some depth to this orange blossom formula.

The bergamot and orange blossom focus of EDP is nice, but it just doesn’t hit the same level for me as does Absolu.

The question for you is do you want to spend an extra $80-100 (currently as of writing), on this new Absolu?

For some, it might not make sense. If you already have one of the other Myslf fragrances and you enjoy that, I don’t really believe that you need a second or third option. They’re different from one another, but also occupy a lot of the same space.

Update: You could also try an ‘inspired by’ take on either of these two, as alternatives from the Dua Brand: True Self or the Absolute version.

Myslf EDP is a nice cologne. It’s popular, well-liked, complemented, and is a great option for daily wear. It’s simple, but it’s simply not as good as the more intriguing and better performing Absolu.

What that’s worth to you? I don’t know. For me, if I grabbed a full bottle of any of these YSL scents, it’d by Myslf Absolu.

Winner: Absolu