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Babycat
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Babycat by Yves Saint Laurent is a spicy oriental fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2022, this composition was created by Dominique Ropion and Claire Liégent. The top notes reveal an explosion of black pepper, pink pepper, elemi, and pink pepper; the heart unfolds with frankincense and saffron; while the base notes land on bourbon vanilla, suede, and cedar.
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Salida
Black Pepper and Pink Pepper
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Corazón
olibanum incense
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Base
Bourbon vanilla
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- Positivo 79%
- Negativo 10%
- Neutral 10%
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I’ll use familiar references: it’s exquisite and has me hooked, very sensual. The opening has lots of black pepper, like Comme des Garçons, alongside a non-ecclesiastical frankincense with perfect balance. Then the vanilla and leather kick in, very similar to Cuir Beluga—harmonious with a smoky touch, blending the vibe of By The Fireplace. In the end, it does remind me of Rosendo Mateu No. 5 in that same vibe, though they’re not identical; it’s like a more vanilla and spicy evolution. In cold weather, it’s like a cashmere sweater: soft, sweet, and elegant. Totally unisex. If you like RM5, this is for you, and for me, it’s a total upgrade: 10/10.
6/10: Elegant vanilla but lacks character, a bit boring.
The only confusion is that people always compare it to Rosendo Mateu No. 5, but watch out: only the opening smells similar; afterward, they take different paths. I adore RM5, but I also find it tedious because it’s so linear, whereas Babycat has more depth and evolves better. I’m tired of people asking ‘What does it smell like?’ as if new scents have to justify their existence by copying others. If you like RM5, will you automatically like this? Absolutely not. If I smell it for 15 hours, will you? No. Enjoy it or leave it, but stop obsessing over comparisons.
Delicious vanilla, barely sweet, totally unisex. It has nothing to do with my beloved Rosendo Mateu No. 5, although I adore that one too. It smells beautiful, classy, and very different.
At first, it seemed like dusty sweet vanilla tainted with a light touch of suede and incense that didn’t last long. A month after buying it and after several uses, the scent has evolved: the suede, vinyl, and incense are now more pronounced, and luckily, the sweet vanilla part has softened. Plus, it has gained in performance. It’s a very good perfume; as the saying goes, ‘to Caesar what is Caesar’s.’ Greetings.
It’s back on the YSL Spain website. I grabbed the 75ml bottle and will update this review once I receive and try it. I prefer Eau Duelle; this incense feels a bit heavy to me since I’m not really a fan of that note. I also don’t think it has as much pepper as some say. The suede is definitely there, along with a strong saffron opening. The vanilla is lovely, but if someone suggested swapping it for Eau Duelle EDP, I’d take it.
Indeed, as Cervidae91 mentioned, it’s gradually becoming available again. At first, I refused it; the first time I tried it, it didn’t win me over, and I didn’t understand all the hype. However, I still had the sample at home, and whenever I passed by, I couldn’t help but smell it. In the end, it won me over! It’s fascinating how our perceptions change over time. I’m waiting for it to arrive at my ECI so I can finally grab the 75ml size.
Babycat revolves around vanilla; there’s no debate about that. It starts with a peppery, slightly spicy vanilla, then saffron and suede emerge within minutes—both very prominent notes. Nothing animal or sharp. Hints of something smoky start to surface as the fragrance settles on the skin. It has faint vibes of Rosendo Mateu No. 5, but instead of flowers, imagine suede, and remove the musk; however, they’re still not comparable for me, at least. What it resembles much more is Vanagloria by Laboratorio Olfattivo. It’s delicious, unisex, elegant, with a moderate trail in moderate temperatures, and lasts over 8 hours on skin.
To me, it smells like vanilla with a lot of church incense… Honestly, the association makes it feel a bit strange, but it’s a great perfume. It belongs to the same family as Rosendo Mateu 5, but I definitely prefer this one.
Babycat, also known as Copycat, is an exact copy of Vanagloria by Laboratorio Olfattivo. Created by the same perfumer who used the same formula to make twice as much money and bottle the liquid in two different bottles. Since Laboratorio Olfattivo is true niche and that doesn’t generate views for YouTubers, YSL found it easier to hype up. I stick with Vanagloria, which is the original, costs less, and has a wonderful bottle and spray. And let’s not even talk about the box. Both are caramelized incense. Addictive, though it can get tiring. Similarities: Rosendo Mateu 5: 75%, Vanagloria: 101% Miao😊
What a delight! A dry and spiced vanilla that reigns throughout, resting on ecclesiastical incense, with a clearly perceptible vinyl note accompanying the composition.
I’ve had it for months, but only now that it’s getting a bit chilly have I decided to use it. I’m afraid that even though it smells good, it doesn’t win me over. I bought it because of the hype; I found it and it was so coveted that I thought I’d regret not buying it. It’s a dark, resinous vanilla with a very dominant incense. Suddenly, it smells too smoky for my taste; it annoys me and makes me wonder if I’m annoying others. Completely unisex. The performance is nuclear.
Typical fragrance: it smells good on you, but that’s because you don’t smell good, I’m sorry. All that posturing and acting like you know everything, but the truth is, you smell like a suede shop with vanilla air freshener.
Spectacular perfume. On paper, the opening is similar to Rosendo Mateu 5; on skin, nothing alike. Addictive, sexy, and elegant.
It smells like ecclesiastical incense; if you like that, go for it. You have to be willing to wear it because it gets to your destination before you do.
Pepper, pepper, pepper, and I can’t even get past the opening because I have to go clean it off. On a blotter, after a while, it has a slight scent of a waxing salon that I actually like, but that doesn’t mean I want to smell like pepper and wax with burnt hair all day.
Tested on skin, and after a while, the combination of vanilla and incense creates a scent similar to burnt toffee caramel. Somewhere between Herod by PDM and Pure XS by Paco Rabanne. When smelled very close to the skin, it feels incisive (the burnt part), but in the air it feels softer, approaching the pleasant sensation of Herod.
A few seconds after spraying, I’m transported to the church in my hometown where my grandparents lived, thanks to those incense notes and a slight sweetness, probably from elemi. But in the dry-down, I never imagined a perfume could remind me of a large antique book my grandparents kept at home… a book I doodled in when I was a little brat… I close my eyes and imagine sitting on the rug with it under my feet, that spiced vanilla scent, and I fell in love… with that memory and this perfume. I was also surprised by the similarity between Babycat and Babylon, though the latter is less intense and in the dry-down the vanilla is less spicy, more sweet and woody… These two perfumes have stolen my heart!!
It smells like an old church. A very particular, tender, and peaceful scent, but to me it’s temple incense, not perfume. I don’t know if I’m explaining it well… In the dry-down, it’s pure church incense. I can’t find the cute kitten vibe in this one. It feels like visiting an ancient church. In fact, my olfactory memory with this perfume takes me back to my first communion. It’s not sexy at all; it just smells like a church.
Wow, wow. That scent, decant. At first, I liked it with many reservations… regarding usage (4), those reservations faded away; they no longer exist. Now I like it, and a lot. It’s not very evolving compositionally, but it’s addictive and attractive to me. They didn’t invent the wheel, but what a wheel they made. Vanilla-heavy, leather, spices, and incense. A dark vanilla, a crisp, suede-like leather, a spice blend, and a fine incense. Zero complaints about performance; this stays on the skin. The only handicap is the price, which feels high to me, though the value is good. Autumn-winter, more for night than day, and for formal or special occasions. I don’t know if I’ll buy it, but the fact that a perfume in this price range is an option for me shows there’s something in it that I find very attractive. Mental note: I still need to try Vanagloria.
I’m the fifth Rosendo Mateu lucky enough to get one. It’s the sweetest and most potent thing you can imagine. Anyone wearing this in a room will leave an incredible scent. One of the best surprises of 2025.
Okay, I just bought it and I have to say it’s not groundbreaking, but at first, it feels a bit animalistic and fades in seconds. I like it because it’s very similar to Body Kouros from the same house, which you know is discontinued.
Spectacular! Vanilla with incense… it’s crazy. Dominique Ropion does wonders, and this is one of them.
At first, it seemed like an exact copy of Babylon by Penhaligon’s. Then, as it dried down, it took a different path, becoming creamier, where I feel the vanilla dominates with spicy touches. There’s little to no incense, if any, just accompanying or perhaps fused with the vanilla, certainly not the sharp incense I’ve tried in niche or Loewe 7. It’s a perfume made to please, unisex, with correct performance without being a beast. It seemed very rich to me, but I know I’ll pass on it because it falls into a price range I can’t afford. Tested courtesy of Mithrandir.
It’s spectacular; it’s one of my perfumes, if not my favorite. It’s a vanilla, but not gourmand or anything like that; it’s a dark, mysterious vanilla with notes of leather, incense, and spices like pink pepper. The combination of spicy and sweet is some of the sexiest you can find, and I enjoy this perfume on both men and women. The only ‘bad’ thing is the price, although the ingredient quality is great and the longevity is excellent.
I need to tell the truth: this perfume smells like church. It smells like sitting on a pew watching the incense burners dance. What my inexperienced nose picks up most is the incense and vanilla. I absolutely loved how it smelled! Plus, it achieved the effect I wanted from my boyfriend: to remember how it smells and ask to smell it again. Although after a while, he said the heavy incense scent bothered him a bit, but he still gave it a wonderful 8.3. I’d only wear it at night. I’m 100% adding it to my wishlist.
Finally tried this fragrance. I saw reviews saying Babycat was fantastic and almost bought it blindly. Spoiler: I’m glad I didn’t. The scent is well-crafted and the quality is excellent, but it’s not for every nose. It’s a spiced vanilla where incense and pepper dominate. It’s very much a ‘church’ scent. It reminded me of the few times I stepped foot in a church. I own The World According to Arthur by Penhaligon’s, and they’re in the same style, but I stick with Arthur.
The moment I smelled Babycat, it was love at first sight. I had low expectations since the notes aren’t my usual obsession and it looked simple. But holy crap, that simplicity makes it magical. I love that cold vanilla; it’s sweet without being cloying. It’s the best in the YSL Privée collection, way better than Tuxedo. It melts your senses; it’s my signature. I’ve even dated models wearing it; it’s a gem. At college, people always ask what I smell so good, and I jokingly say it’s one of the plane scents, haha. Women love it; I’ve never received a bad comment. At most, they mention incense from church, but it’s nothing like it. I love it for the saffron: it feels like vanilla, suede, and saffron, exactly in that order. Projection: 9/10, Longevity: 10/10, lasting about 10-12 hours.
It’s my signature scent, irresistible. Pure Love is the best blend of vanilla and suede with a hint of pepper. It lasts over 12 hours and delivers big. I own some dupes, but none come close to this perfection.
In a sea of predictable perfumes, YSL’s Babycat rises with the untamable elegance of a nocturnal feline. It doesn’t offer easy compliments or instant praise. It claims its space with vibrant spices, hypnotic incense, and dry vanilla that tangles with suede, leaving a trail that feels more like a whisper in the shadows than a shout in the crowd. It’s not versatile and doesn’t pretend to be. It requires cold nights, an air of mystery, and a wearer who knows how to carry its presence. Because yes, there’s something in its blend of resins and incense that evokes ancient temples, but instead of feeling like you’re at a mass, you’re transported to a velvet salon with low lights, where every gesture is intentional. If you’re looking for an easy-to-wear perfume, keep walking. Babycat isn’t a casual option; it’s a decision. The price might sting, but the performance makes up for it: a few sprays are enough to leave a deep mark. Closer in spirit to Vanagloria than to Rosendo Mateu nº5, but without that initial pineapple sweetness, its addictive scent makes you return again and again, like rereading a book that never fully reveals its secrets. Not everyone will tame it, but those who do will find a companion for memorable nights, those where the cold bites and darkness invites. Babycat isn’t worn; it’s inhabited.
Wow, what a perfume! It’s undoubtedly the most incredible vanilla in my collection; I adore it. It’s not a tender vanilla; it’s elegant and mature, exclusive for winter or very cold climates. The opening seems very animalic, which I think is why many don’t like it at first, but the magic happens half an hour after spraying. I think many judge it right off the bat, but no—you have to give it time to dry and reveal its splendor. If you’re interested, apply it to your skin, go for a walk, and decide afterward. It’s a sophisticated sweet vanilla; the incense adds a mysterious, dark, refined touch, while the woods give it elegance and presence, but as it dries, it sweetens until it’s enchanting. Its longevity is insane! Over 12 hours on skin and days on clothes. It’s complicated, like Tom Ford’s Black Orchid: you either hate it or love it. I see it as powerful and incredibly sophisticated—not for daily wear, but for special events where you want to turn heads. You need a lot of confidence to wear it. The price is high, but the juice is potent and long-lasting, so with just a few sprays, you’re set for the whole day, meaning the bottle will last forever.
I absolutely love this perfume; it’s a smoky vanilla. The opening is potent—not my favorite part, it feels like a spicy, resinous incense that tickles the nose a bit. But after 15 minutes, new notes emerge and stay aligned. An elegant vanilla with suede and incense that gives me the sensation of dark chocolate dusted with powder. If you adore it but find the price excessive, try Vanagloria by Laboratorio Olfativo. Scent: 10/10. Longevity: 9/10h. Projection: 7.5/10. Versatility: 6/10.
An olfactory delight: the olibanum incense note is noticeable from the start and harmonizes elegantly with all the others, wrapping the fragrance in a warm, sophisticated aura. Absolute charm from the very first sniff.
Haha, I read somewhere they called it a ‘Copycat.’ To me, it’s neither novel nor groundbreaking. Plus, it smells a lot like Lancôme’s Oud Bouquet (which I own), except the latter is slightly sweeter due to the praline, just a bit. The YSL version doesn’t have oud, but I still detect it, and it lasts until dry-down, or maybe it’s the olibanum. Either way, they’re identical on my skin. Luckily, I didn’t buy it.
PERSONAL ANALYSIS (in case it helps anyone): 1. Versatility: only in cold climates, only at night, suitable for all occasions. 2. Longevity: over 8 hours. 3. Sillage and projection: potent, projects too much. 4. Personal affinity: doesn’t fit my tastes, wouldn’t buy it again, used it once in the last 3 months.
Straight talk: it’s a fine but long-lasting vanilla. The simplest description is vanilla with church incense. The scent takes me there, to church, thanks to the incense. If you like incense, vanilla, and have the budget, go for it.
Gala dinner: you walk out of the shower in a velvet tuxedo because, within the realm of classics, you like to stand out. You touch it and feel that warm, silky texture caressing your skin for the first time. That’s the vibe: black suit, party, elegance, mystery, and indulgence. To me, it’s spiced, dark vanilla underscored by leather and resins. The opening melts perfectly, creating something that invites you to discover more about this friendly yet dangerous creation. If you’re looking for soft leather that isn’t polarizing, Babycat is the perfect choice.
It’s curious how it opens with vanilla that never goes away, but then settles into a church-like scent; fair warning, nothing bad about it—it’s rich and lives up to its name: it smells like bourbon with a touch of incense, dark and elegant.
Refined, incense-heavy fragrance, church vibes. Unisex? Yes, though more popular among women. Versatile? No, only for special occasions. Elegant bottle, decent longevity, but pricey. Alternative: Rifaaqat by Paris Corner. Recommended? Better to try it first; it’s not for everyone.