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La Collection M7 Oud Absolu
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La Collection M7 Oud Absolu by Yves Saint Laurent is a woody oriental fragrance for men. Launched in 2011, this composition features a top of mandarin, a heart of patchouli, and a base of oud wood, myrrh, and French labdanum.
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Powdery and dry, no extra sugar, exactly what I was looking for. I haven’t compared it to the original 2002 M7 yet because the bottle hasn’t arrived; that review will be for another day. The Absolu fails on longevity and trail: on me, it sticks to the skin for almost 6 hours, but the first 3 are the standout ones. Versatility: 10/10, works at any hour, in any weather, or location, though it shines more on cool nights. Since L’Oreal took over YSL, they look more to the wallet than to quality, a shame they trample the name of a legendary house with classics like M7, Kouros, Gauche, Jazz, Pour Homme, Opium, Yvresse… It’s pleasant and not as expensive as niches. As a designer fragrance, giving it 8/10, saving for distance.
I’m not an expert, but I wear this perfume daily. To me, it’s sexy, woody, and a bit sweet, very versatile. I wear it all day, even at school and work, and it never bothers anyone because the trail is low. On my skin, it lasts about seven hours or more, depending on the weather. I’ve tried the M7, and this one is more amber and incense with a more potent oud; the Absolu resembles it, like a younger, more timid brother. Some women say it smells like dust after a while. Do I smell oud? Yes, timid and synthetic, like in all perfumes. Resins? Yes, definitely. Patchouli? Yes. Mandarin? Very faint, but it provides depth. In intimate moments, it comes alive with heat and sweat; women go crazy for it (I don’t recommend Montale for those occasions, it’s too strong and can make you dizzy). I believe it triggers an early orgasm. Would I recommend it? Yes. For someone who owns the original M7 or niches like Oud Wood or Montale? No. As my grandmother says: don’t eat lobster just because the fish is cheap.
Wow, my experience was curious. At first, I smelled the oud with a sweet citrus, less intense than the original and without green notes. The opening was more resinous, and the wood appeared immediately, unlike the original where the wood came out later. After three hours, I noticed the mandarin more isolated with the patchouli and oud. At seven hours, the oud and ladanum gave an ambered, musky impression like the old base. At fourteen hours, the finish leaned toward ladanum and myrrh; the oud was barely noticeable. Unlike the original, this version lacks vetiver, rosemary, and bergamot, which takes away freshness from the top and heart. The curious thing is that the oud feels present from the start, as if escaping its base role, making this version more linear and less evolving than the original. It’s an acceptable reformulation that emphasizes the oud (less medicinal) but might seem boring due to the lack of fresh notes. The trail goes from heavy to moderate and lasts over 14 hours on my skin. As a woody oriental with few fresh notes, it’s ideal for winter and evening wear. The oud doesn’t feel as harsh, and you might miss that wilder style. It’s not the most synthetic oud I’ve known, but it’s different from Lalique or Dior. If you like woody orientals and grab it in an 80ml bottle for under $50, I recommend it.
It might differ slightly from the classic version (nothing substantial), but after 5 minutes, I feel like I’m wearing the same dense, granitic M7 as always. Maybe this is a more polished version of the legendary M7, without the ham-like touch, but it’s a powerful, well-made perfume that recalls its predecessors.
Starts with oud and mandarin. Then the oud softens and blends with patchouli, while drying down it gets a bit sweeter. Good longevity, but the trail is short; it lacks punch. Ideal for cold or mild weather; I’m not sure how it performs in heat. Perfect for daytime, better than for night.
Bought it recently and I’m not familiar with the original formula, but I absolutely love it. It smells classic yet attention-grabbing; a scent that’s sweet, woody, and traditional all at once. It’s one of my favorites—the aroma is addictive. Scent: 10/10, versatility: 8/10, trail and longevity are moderate.
In my opinion, a very good oud version. The blend with patchouli, the support, and that touch of tangerine result in elegance and unite a refined masculinity. A good oud perfume option that stands out from the invasion of rose combinations. For me, it’s the Frenchified version of oud. Very good fixation, moderate trail. I would add it without doubt to my collection as a good, discrete, woody oriental option.
Incredible and unforgivable that a fragrance that smells so, so, so good… has such poor longevity. (Obviously, assuming it’s not a cheap fragrance).
An offensive and synthetic copy of what M7 once was, a volatile fragrance where I could only revive the original for about two minutes in the opening and nothing more. On the other hand, besides being a bad version, it’s hard to find, and perfumeries abuse the price. I noticed something strange… the tester they sprayed on my wrist was different and intoxicating, very different from what I bought, which feels diluted and watery. I still don’t understand why they took such a wonderful perfume off the market to replace it with something of low quality and high price; it must be marketing strategies I can’t quite digest.
I don’t know the original formulation, but I define it as warm, intoxicating, and classy. Highly recommended.
The original M7 is interesting but a bit rough and aggressive, which makes me wonder why it left the market. In contrast, M7 Oud Absolu seems to have polished the rough chords of the original, making it much more pleasant and suitable for everyone. My new bottle arrived yesterday afternoon. After smelling it, I thought: ‘This is the classic M7!’. I sprayed it on my wrist and was stunned: yes, it’s the same aroma, but more balanced, creamy, and pleasant; as if they diluted the original and added more tangerine, myrrh, and labdanum to smooth it out. You can feel the characteristic cherry syrup touch (in the classic, I perceive more raspberry). For those asking if it’s the same, I’d say it’s 85-90% of the original. Performance: average (4-6 hours), moderate projection and trail; it’s not a beast, but neither was the classic much (6-8 hours). It stands out at night, but can be used during the day with fewer applications. It smells amazing! I like it more than its older brother, but I wish for better performance. In my opinion, it compensates for the absence of the previous formula, so there’s no need to spend much on the original. Rating: Fragrance 10/10, Sillage 8/10, Projection 7/10, Longevity 6/10, Value 7/10. Average: 7.6/10. UPDATE AUGUST 5, 2017: At 10 p.m. I sprayed it on my left arm and could still smell it at 7 a.m. For me, M7 Oud Absolu is great, and let’s keep in mind it’s from L’Oréal. New Rating: Fragrance 10/10, Sillage 8/10, Projection 8/10, Longevity 9/10, Value 9/10. Score: 8.8/10.
M7 Oud Absolu, although it doesn’t feel retro, reminds me a bit of 80s creations; it’s a striking, enigmatic, elegant, and sophisticated oriental scent. Opening with woody, powdery, and balsamic chords, with an artisanal facet that recalls the holistic world or naturalist shops. I find the tangerine note volatile, vanishing in a few minutes. Its oud, with a certain pharmaceutical air (much subtler than in M7), reminds me of my childhood: we used to travel to Bogotá to my uncle’s apartment, full of wooden furniture emitting a similar smell, giving warmth and welcome. It bears some resemblance to Fahrenheit Le Parfum or competes in the same league; its quality is comparable. Performance: moderate fixation and projection. Conclusion: a very interesting proposal from Yves Saint Laurent. Honestly, I like it more than its original perfume. Fragrance: 9/10, Longevity: 8/10, Projection: 7.5/10, Versatility: 7/10.
Well-versed in oud, spectacular. Unfortunately, I didn’t know the original version to compare, but still, I love this one. The performance isn’t excellent, but there are worse ones; if it were older, it would be a 10. The opening is an explosion of powerful oud, breathless, with potent, medicinal, and dirty wood effluvia. Gradually, the mandarin incorporates, regulating the crudeness of the oud, though at times it seemed to perceive a hint of fast-drying Loctite glue, but minimal and irrelevant. Then, patchouli gains presence, accentuating the woody sensation in a powdery, earthy way with a mysterious movie vibe. Thus, quietly, it sweetens resinously to end with an elegant, exquisite wood with resinous, sweet, and semi-glossy nuances that soothe the throat. It has conquered me magnificently, and now I’m obsessed with knowing the mother fragrance; if it’s rougher and wilder, it must be a treat. The performance is good, over 7 hours on skin, with regular projection: the start is spectacular but decays quickly and becomes moderate, a pity for such a succulent aroma. Perfume for cold and mild climates; its habitat is night. I would recommend it without a doubt: elegant, sober, and refined aroma, but not very high performance, so better to try it first, and when you do, let us know how it goes.
Darkbeat, I perfectly remember the day in 2002 at a magazine where they gave out drops of the original. When I put it on my wrist and brought my nose close, I think I shed a tear. I had never smelled an agarwood before, and it had to be this unjustly discontinued gem—the most narcotic yet refreshing and humid fragrance I’ve ever tried.
Here we have a ‘love it or hate it’ situation. It’s dark and sinister. The opening is strange to me: a mix of whisky, sweetness, and insect repellent. With few notes, it’s quite complex. It makes me think of old things, wooden boxes with tools, or a closed storage room from 50 years ago. As it dries down, it becomes more wearable and sweet; I prefer it here than at the start. I could even buy it (edit: I already did), but overall it’s too ‘special’ and I’m not sure when to use it. It would be perfect for a gothic vampire, yes, woman, because it has a sweetness reminiscent of makeup but remains eerie. It lasts more than a day on clothes. Not for everyone, but if you get hooked, it’s addictive.
A spectacular oud-based perfume. Unfortunately, I never got to compare it with the original version, but I still love it. The performance isn’t beastly, but there are worse; if it were higher, it would be a 10. The opening is a powerful burst of oud, breathless, with potent, medicinal, and dirty wood effluvia. Gradually, the tangerine enters, regulating the roughness, though at times it seemed to catch a hint of Loctite superglue, but it was minimal and unimportant. Then the patchouli gains presence, accentuating the woody, powdery, earthy feel with a mysterious movie vibe. Thus, subtly, it sweetens resinously until ending with an elegant, exquisite wood with resinous, sweet, and semi-attacked nuances that take the breath away. It has conquered me hands down, and now I’m obsessed with knowing the mother fragrance; if it’s rougher and wilder, it must be a treat. Performance is good, around 7 hours on skin, with regular projection. The start is spectacular but fades quickly, a shame for such a succulent aroma. Best for cold and temperate climates and its habitat is the night. I recommend it without hesitation: an elegant, sober, and refined aroma, but with moderate performance, so better to try it first and then tell us.
What a pleasant surprise… It brought back memories of Fahrenheit Absolute (without violet), probably due to the oud-myrh blend. It’s a high-quality oriental. It lasted about 9 hours with acceptable projection. I see it focused on autumn-winter and clearly for nighttime. I think it deserves a spot in any collection. Straight to the wishlist!
So happy… This brought back memories of Fahrenheit Absolute (minus that violet note), likely due to the oud and myrrh blend. It’s a top-tier oriental. Lasted about 9 hours with decent projection. I see it as perfect for autumn and winter, clearly for evening wear. It deserves a spot in any collection. Straight to the wishlist!
I like it. Resinous opening with myrrh, slightly medicinal oud marking territory, and mandarin-orange adding a fruity-sweet touch. Later, the patchouli becomes a companion, ending with a woody-amber scent with an incense touch. I think the performance is fair. For autumn and winter. More for night than for day. Moderate longevity. Moderate trail.
I refused to use it, viewing it as the result of the destruction following the discontinuation of its predecessor. I remember trying it almost at launch and saying, ‘but it barely smells.’ I had the reference of the original M7, which was a bomb at launch, so I always felt it was insufficient. I spent years without smelling it due to absolute resentment over what they did to it. I hated it so much I wished they’d pull it from the market; it seemed like a joke to its followers. I smelled it again yesterday… Now it didn’t seem as insufficient as the first time. Maybe it’s due to olfactory fatigue from the predecessor. It’s true it doesn’t smell the same or very similar; they resemble each other, but here the mandarin is more noticeable in the opening. At one point, I was sure I smelled vetiver (at least in the new translucent bottle). I think they’ve increased the prominence of the myrrh, turning the oud almost into a sweet leather. In its dry down, it’s very similar to ‘Oud by Armaf’ and Opium pour homme EDP. In fact, comparing Armaf Oud in one hand and M7 Oud Absolu in the other, there were moments I couldn’t tell the difference. Moderate trail. Lasts about 4 hours, then drops to skin level where it can linger for another 8 hours before disappearing. It’s not a bad fragrance, but not a memorable masterpiece. Of the entire ‘La Collection’ line, I still think the best stop was Rive Gauche, although it’s quite far from what it used to be…
This fragrance is the shadow of what M7 once was. There’s no doubt it smells good, but it lasts only two hours after application. The performance leaves much to be desired. It smells earthy and dark patchouli with an animalic base and synthetic oud. If it cost four times less economically, it would be a recommended fragrance. The original M7 seemed good when it launched: a great creation by Morillas and Cavallier, virile, sexual, dark, and woody. Plus, I loved the advertising with the model posing shirtless and pensive. Today’s version is weak, decaffeinated, and expensive! Ridiculously expensive for what it offers. There are better oud fragrances that have come out since. Search, compare, and if you find something better, buy it.
This fragrance is the shadow of what M7 once was. There’s no doubt it smells good, but it lasts two hours after application; the performance leaves much to be desired. It smells of earthy, dark patchouli accompanied by an animalic base and synthetic oud. If it were four times cheaper, it would be recommended. M7 seemed like a good perfume when it launched, a great creation by Morillas and Cavallier: virile, sexual, dark, and woody. Also, I loved the advertising with the model posing shirtless and pensive. This one today is a weak, decaffeinated, and expensive perfume. Extremely expensive for what it offers compared to other oud fragrances that have emerged since. Search, compare, and if you find something better, buy it; yes, there are better ones.
Blind buy: in the first second, I thought I’d made a mistake. I was looking for an elegant winter scent, like this discontinued one that some speak highly of, but it was just a misunderstood perfume; I had to buy it. As I said, the first minute scared me; I smelled mandarins and some unisex notes I didn’t like, but! after only 5 minutes, it started transforming. By 10 minutes, I loved it: it smells very elegant, sophisticated, different, very autumn-winter for formal or semi-formal wear. It reminds me of Italian winters; I feel like a Sicilian mafia gangster, haha. Regarding the oud, it can only be surpassed by niche, but in designer perfumes, I think nothing beats it; I tried Versace Oud and it’s good, but M7 Oud Absolu surpasses it by a lot, becoming much more masculine. I don’t know what the first M7 was like, but this one is great. If you’re looking for a designer oud, here it is, Morillas knows what he’s doing, buy it with confidence. It’s long-lasting with moderate to high projection and trail. I see it for ages 28 and up, pure elegance and very sexy, alpha male.
Blind buy, and within the first second, I thought I’d made a mistake. I was looking for something elegant for winter, like this discontinued version that many spoke highly of, saying it was a misunderstood perfume that you had to buy. As I said, the first minute scared me; I smelled mandarins and some unisex scent I didn’t like, but in just 5 minutes, it started transforming! By 10 minutes, I loved it: it smells very elegant, sophisticated, different, very autumn-winter for formal or semi-formal wear. It reminds me of Italian winters; I feel like a Sicilian mafia gangster, haha. In the world of oud, it can only be surpassed by niches, but among designers, I think nothing beats it; I tried Versace Oud and it’s good, but M7 Oud Absolu surpasses it by a lot, becoming more masculine. I don’t know what the first M7 was like, but this one is great. If you’re looking for a designer oud, here it is; Morillas knows what he’s doing, so buy it with confidence. It’s long-lasting, with moderate to high projection and trail. I see it for ages 28 and up, pure elegance and very sexy, alpha male.
I don’t know the original M7, but I like this version. The balanced oud gives an aura of medicinal, creamy, and slightly sweet wood. Scent: 8.6, Originality: 8.6, Versatility: 8.5. Ideal for day or night in autumn and winter. Occasions: formal and office on cold days. Age: 25+. Quality: 8.6, Price: 8.5, Trail: 8.5, Longevity: 8.5, Design: 8.5. Overall rating: 8.6. Main notes: Oud wood. Feeling: autumn foliage, ochre.
Similar to the original M7 but polished for a broader audience. The scent and longevity are very similar, except the opening of the original is a bit rougher and stronger. Given the original’s price, it’s better to pay for this one at a perfumerie.
Magnificent perfume. Elegant, gentlemanly, professional, and not intrusive, but with authority (not for the weak). Seductive and distinctive, for men who are truly masculine and well-dressed. Nothing old-school; it’s resinous and patchouli-like within an oud frame. It’s more versatile than it seems if the name doesn’t fool you into thinking it’s an oud cannon; it’s not. It’s very rounded, without harsh edges. Although it seems linear, everything blends to create something soapy, deep, classic, and French. At other times, it smells like gourmet, high-quality candied orange, without being sweet. The oud pushes discretely from the back, adding nuances. If you’re looking for oud with presence, this isn’t it. It occupies a conceptual profile similar to the new Fahrenheit Parfum, though M7 lags far behind in female satisfaction while Fahrenheit is the opposite; M7 is more elegant. Both are the closest to niche in designer perfumes and unique in their type. That said: don’t buy it.
Ideal for winter and rainy autumn days. It’s woody with myrrh notes that add warmth and sensuality. It doesn’t have much projection, making it versatile for many situations, though it requires elegance. I even appreciate that it’s not invasive; when the wind blows, you get little bursts of scent without it being a dense, annoying perfume. It’s a great option for business, romantic dates, and formal events with casual attire.
Fantastic, elegant, and totally recommended. I detect a bitter orange similar to what Terre d’Hermes used years ago, paired with an exquisite, elegant sweet amber. The oud is very in the background, just adding a dark touch to the amber. 5 sprays: 1 hour projection, 1 minute trail, 2 hours strong trail, and 7 hours total longevity.
I finally fell for it. I agree that the oud sets the pace from the start, guiding the evolution from a non-typical mandarin to a floral myrrh that is pure delight. It has a sober, elegant sweetness, perfect for a distinguished and formal man; I can’t imagine wearing it with casual clothes. Once I tried it, I got hooked and want to smell it all the time. The longevity and projection are decent, but I wish they were stronger. Even though the price is high, I’m willing to pay for it. I highly recommend giving it a try.
Sweet and dark. My beginnings with it were difficult: the mandarin bothered me, and I didn’t understand that abrupt medicinal syrup sweetness. But it had a mystery that intrigued me, a mystery of exotic woods and warm, resinous, intoxicating amber. Today I understand it and it has conquered me without remedy. I think it’s extremely beautiful. I didn’t know its first version, but this is one of the best woody designer fragrances I’ve ever smelled.
M7 is climbing the ranks in my tastes without mercy. You can smell it just thinking about it. I don’t recognize the mandarin, but M7 has a sweet, creamy, and elegant scent, nothing cloying, delicious. It’s not a gourmand cologne… but it whets the appetite. The sweetness gives way to patchouli, wonderful, camphorated, and fresh. A note I enjoy and recognize more and more. The oud in the background, but it doesn’t stand out, perhaps as a slightly bitter touch. The only problem I see is longevity; it doesn’t last long, at most a couple of hours in its full glory. Anyway, it’s a magnificent scent worth it.
Has anyone who has tried both versions, the black bottle and the clear one, to know which is the better option? Greetings everyone.
Domesticated version of the 2002 M7, a near-niche perfume jewel born from the magical collaboration of Morillas-Cavallier. This 2011 M7 is of oud, logically, as the ‘father’ of the 2002 was the first in the West. This M7 is more sweetened and has reduced performance to make it more ‘digestible’ and commercial for the general European and American public, though it remains equally charming, elegant, seductive, and tasty for any man over 30. It smells phenomenal: elegant and versatile oud, original, nothing mass-produced, mature without seeming musty or old-manly, sweet without seeming like a syrup pancake, a boomer strawberry gum, or a lemon tart. Easy to find in the West (Primor, for example) at a moderate price, 60-70 euros for 80 ml, without the recent price hikes due to genuine mediocrity. Longevity and trail: to be honest, it doesn’t last as long as the 2002 version, but your 6-7 hours are no problem, and with 6-7 sprays, you can smell it from half a meter for an hour and a half. I don’t know what the hell M7 those people who say ‘Fugaz’ have. Good versatility. Although there are people for everything, I don’t see this for kids fans of Bizarrap or Rauw, and I think it works better under 30 degrees. With extreme heat, it can be suffocating. My eternal signature aroma alongside D&G Pour Homme.
Mature, very wearable aroma, soft woody with patchouli as the central axis. Good fragrance, but with discreet performance; it quickly fades to a personal bubble after application. I think it’s a good option for formal or work environments where you don’t want to draw attention but project seriousness. Reading other reviews, I see disparity of opinions about performance… I think maybe it was reformulated or there are differences between batches. At least the sample I have doesn’t have great projection.
Versatile, refined, elegant, masculine, and timeless. An aromatic success that every lover of scents should smell. The patchouli and soft oud in just the right measure fit perfectly, and the myrrh gives it a final different and attractive touch. The resulting aroma, with few declared notes, makes it distinctive compared to other designer scents, even niche ones. It doesn’t need to be strident or ultra-intense, and it isn’t. Praise would be too short; better to try it before someone comes up with the idea to disappear it forever, just as they did with Gucci Guilty Absolute.
I have the clear bottle version, the last one they released, not the black one shown here. The truth is, it lasts and projects normally, nothing scandalous; it’s refined and elegant, so it wouldn’t suit a brutal projection. The scent is great, though more domesticated than the first M7, but at least its essence remains alive. Another marvel of the Tom Ford era at Yves Saint Laurent and Gucci.
Great perfume and aroma, far from that 2002 M7 of which, thank God, I have a decant; this Oud Absolu lacks performance and projection. Fortunately, there’s a house of inspirations that has one between Oud Absolu and the original M7, getting closer to the original which is a delight, with 9-10 hours of longevity.
Review of the current batch with the clear bottle of this oud classic. I grabbed it at a good price (59€) in 80 ml. A sensational, pleasant, and very enjoyable fragrance. Here we have an ambered oud, subtle, easy to wear, non-invasive, affable, and not overly complex. The resinous and floral notes add the oriental touch. It’s creamy, with a sweetened mandarin from start to finish. You can smell it all the time thanks to the labdanum (juniper), an excellent fixative. Very elegant, classy, comfortable, dense, mature, serious, distinguished, addictive, and with personality. Longevity on skin is close to 8 hours with about 2 hours of projection, which is correct. Since I had the first version, I can confirm that, except for longevity and projection, I like this one more because it’s creamier and ‘tamed’, which improves its versatility. Except for summer, it’s valid all year round. Totally niche characteristics. For me, the best designer fragrance from YSL, without a doubt, the result of the Morillas/Cavallier tandem. Another masterpiece bought blind.
First time buying perfumes in this world, I jumped on the hype of M7 and because it’s YSL, since La Nuit de l’Homme has been my obsession for ten years. I understand that if you’ve tried the original, this might seem weak, but for newcomers, it delivers; it’s not generic and the longevity on skin is high for what’s currently trendy. Personally, I don’t love it, but it intoxicates me; the blend of patchouli, myrrh, juniper, and oud is unmistakable, oriental, woody, elegant, dark, and adventurous. Maybe I value it more for the thrill of owning that beautiful bottle and what it represented, or for stepping away from standard scents. I’ll use it for special occasions… 48 euros for 80 ml is a more than fair price.