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Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as unisex
Eau Libre
The first sip of an ice-cold lemonade on a bustling city street — where the zesty freshness cuts through the urban heat, leaving a trail of modern sophistication.
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Eau LibrePremium · $100–250
52%Similar accords, often for lessPortfolio Neroli Canvas · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Eau Libre by Yves Saint Laurent, launched in 1975 and crafted by Michel Hy, is a pioneering scent that ushered in the era of fresh aromatic fragrances for both women and men. It opens with a bright citrus-aromatic blend, featuring notes like bergamot and lemon, before transitioning into an aldehydic heart that adds a crisp, modern edge. The woody base provides warmth and depth, creating a composition that feels both lasting and innovative.
Apply Eau Libre to your pulse points and let it settle for a few minutes before heading out. The aldehydic notes can be quite bright initially but will mellow into a warm, aromatic presence after about an hour.
Fig. 01 — Eau Libre, Yves Saint Laurent
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Michel Hy
Michel Hy is a perfumer credited with contributing to the creation of Yves Saint Laurent's Rive Gauche (1970), though some fragrance historians note uncertainty about the precise nature of his role.
Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 51%, disliked or hated by 6%.