L’Homme Cologne Gingembre
“L’Homme Cologne Gingembre by Yves Saint Laurent is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a fresh spicy, aquatic composition with a fresh undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear, leaning masculine.
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L’Homme Cologne Gingembre by Yves Saint Laurent, launched in 2011 and crafted by perfumers Pierre Wargnye, Anne Flipo, and Dominique Ropion, is a fresh spicy cologne that marries aquatic and aromatic notes with unexpected warmth. The opening features water notes, bergamot, and ginger, creating an immediate sense of freshness and energy. As the composition evolves, white pepper, basil, and violet leaf add complexity, while musk, Virginia cedar, vetiver, and oak moss ground it in a woody, musky base.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply two sprays to ensure the full range of notes is present throughout the day. The fresh spicy opening is bright but fades after about an hour, so reapply if you want the initial burst of ginger and bergamot to linger longer.
Pierre Wargnye
Founding perfumer · 26 fragrances
Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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Edited by Scentsation Editorial
The story behind the bottle.
The bustling city street corner where the zesty kick of ginger meets the crisp tang of bergamot and the subtle richness of wood — a scent that captures the vibrant energy of urban life.
Fig. 01 — L’Homme Cologne Gingembre, Yves Saint Laurent
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