11
Notes
8
Accords
2
Perfumers
Libre
feminine
Created by Anne Flipo, Carlos Benaïm
Libre by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Fougere fragrance for women. Libre was launched in 2019. Libre was created by Anne Flipo and Carlos Benaïm. Top notes are Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Black Currant and Petitgrain; middle notes are Lavender, Orange Blossom and Jasmine; base notes are Madagascar Vanilla, Musk, Cedar and Ambergris.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
82%
Win
76%
Spr
46%
Sum
100%
Fall
Day & Night
90%
Day
83%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
20,475 votes
3.94
Love it
8.2k40%
Like it
6.5k32%
OK
2.6k13%
Dislike
2.5k12%
Hate it
6753%
Community Insights
MixedBased on 92 community opinions from Reddit
6.2
/ 10 community score
Libre receives mixed community reception, with particular criticism directed at the Intense version. While some find it versatile and wearable, others describe it as harsh and overpowering, making proper application important for enjoyment.
Strengths
- Versatile and wearable fragrance
- Good longevity and projection
- Popular among diverse fragrance enthusiasts
Weaknesses
- Intense version described as harsh and nose-stinging
- Compared unfavorably to insect killer by some users
- Can be overpowering if over-applied
- Polarizing scent profile
Best for
Casual everyday wearWarmer seasonsThose who enjoy bold, intense fragrances
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
