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Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Parfum Intense vs Lattafa Perfumes Musamam Black Intense
Musamam Black Intense is the community's favourite of the two.
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Notes
Top
GingerJuniper BerriesBergamot
Heart
SageLavenderGeranium
Base
VetiverPatchouliCedar
Accords
Aromatic
100%
Fresh spicy
82%
Woody
77%
Herbal
54%
Citrus
49%
Earthy
48%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
springsummerfall
About
Y Eau de Parfum Intense by Yves Saint Laurent is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men. Y Eau de Parfum Intense was launched in 2023. Y Eau de Parfum Intense was created by Dominique Ropion and Claire Liégent. Top notes are Ginger, Juniper Berries and Bergamot; middle notes are Sage, Lavender and Geranium; base notes are Vetiver, Patchouli and Cedar. Yves Saint Laurent’s Y Eau de Parfum Intense expresses the intoxicating moment when creative energy is released. As a long-lasting men’s perfume, the YSL perfume impresses with its masculine scent. Fresh lavender from Provence and the woody note of patchouli from Bali ensure an intensely sensual fragrance experience. The men’s fragrance of self-realization convinces in the heart note with lavender and geranium. In the base note, cedar wood and patchouli give the intense fragrance a woody note. Juniper berries in the top note complete the combination of cool and sensual.
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Notes
Top
LavenderNutmegSageBergamot
Heart
CedarwoodGeraniumRosyfoliaMahonial
Base
Cocoapulse™Tonka BeanMapleAmbrofix™Patchouli
Accords
Woody
100%
Fresh spicy
99%
Aromatic
97%
Lavender
72%
Vanilla
62%
Herbal
60%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageStrong
Best Seasons
winterfallspring
About
Musamam Black Intense by Lattafa Perfumes is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Musamam Black Intense was launched in 2025. The nose behind this fragrance is Jordi Fernández. Top notes are Lavender, Nutmeg, Sage and Bergamot; middle notes are Cedarwood, Geranium, Rosyfolia and Mahonial; base notes are Cocoapulse™, Tonka Bean, Maple, Ambrofix™ and Patchouli. Musamam Black Intense opens with a bold and aromatic lift where lavender and sage collide with the spicy warmth of nutmeg and the crisp brightness of bergamot, creating a modern and confident first impression.At the heart, the composition deepens into an elegant floral-woody fusion. Geranium and the luxurious rose-faceted Rosyfolia™ lend a refined floral sophistication, while Mahonial™ adds depth with its rich, sweet, tropical floral nuances. Cedarwood anchors the center with a dry, masculine woodiness that keeps the bouquet grounded.As it dries down, the scent transforms into a warm and indulgent trail. Maple wood and tonka bean introduce a caramel-like sweetness, textured with earthy patchouli. Modern molecular notes follow: Cocoapulse™, bringing a creamy chocolate gourmand layer, and Ambrofix™, delivering sensual amber-woody radiance for exceptional projection and longevity.Top: Lavender, Nutmeg, Bergamot, Sage Heart: Geranium, Rosyfolia™️, Mahonial™️, Cedarwood Base: Maple Wood, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Cocoapulse™️, Ambrofix™️
Notes in Common
29% sharedShared (5)
BergamotSageLavenderGeraniumPatchouli
Only in Y Eau de Parfum Intense
GingerJuniper BerriesVetiverCedar
Only in Musamam Black Intense
NutmegCedarwoodRosyfoliaMahonialCocoapulse™Tonka BeanMapleAmbrofix™
Rating
4.18vs4.27
Ratings
3,624vs1,548
Concentration
EDPvsEDP
Launch Year
2023vs2025
Which should I buy?
Musamam Black Intense is the community's favourite of the two.
- Musamam Black Intense is rated higher by the community: 4.27 from 1,548 ratings, against 4.18 from 3,624.
- Longevity votes for both lean "long lasting".
- Sillage votes lean "moderate" for Y Eau de Parfum Intense versus "strong" for Musamam Black Intense.
- Y Eau de Parfum Intense is voted best for spring and summer; Musamam Black Intense for winter and fall.
- Yves Saint Laurent is a premium house (typically $100–250), while Lattafa Perfumes is budget (typically under $40).
Buy Musamam Black Intense if you want the higher-rated option; pick Y Eau de Parfum Intense if its note profile reads closer to what you already love wearing.