Libre Intense
vanilla up front, then white floral, settling into citrus.
About
Libre Intense by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Fougere fragrance for women. Libre Intense was launched in 2020. Libre Intense was created by Anne Flipo and Carlos Benaïm. Top notes are Lavender, Mandarin Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Lavender, Tunisian Orange Blossom, Jasmine Sambac and Orchid; base notes…
Noses: Carlos Benaïm · Anne Flipo
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Libre Intense smell like?
vanilla up front, then white floral, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: vanilla, white floral, citrus.
What notes are in Libre Intense?
Top: Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot. Heart: Lavender, Tunisian Orange Blossom, Jasmine Sambac, Orchid. Base: Madagascar Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Ambergris, Vetiver.
How long does Libre Intense last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Libre Intense loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Libre Intense best for?
Fall is the top pick (38%). Winter is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Libre Intense?
Night wear leads at 64%. Day is a secondary pick at 36%.
Is Libre Intense for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 62% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Libre Intense?
Composed by Carlos Benaïm and Anne Flipo. Released in 2020.
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