Men
L’Homme Libre
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Descripción
Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Libre is a spicy woody fragrance for men. Launched in 2011, this composition was created by Olivier Polge and Carlos Benaïm. The top notes unfold violet leaves, basil, star anise, and bergamot; the heart reveals pink pepper and nutmeg; while the base notes settle on vetiver and patchouli.
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Salida
violet leaf
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Corazón
pink pepper
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Base
vetiver
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- Positivo 82%
- Negativo 16%
- Neutral 2.5%
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I really like it; it becomes very fresh and modern. Immediate opening of violet leaves and anise, followed by the spicy touches of nutmeg and pepper, although the violets remain almost throughout the development, reminiscent of a phase from Dior’s Fahrenheit. Finally, it leaves that soapy aroma of classics like Armani’s Eau pour Homme or Dior’s Eau Sauvage, perhaps due to the blend of leather, vetiver, and patchouli. For me, it’s one of YSL’s best in years, though not at the level of previous classics. Maybe it passes like with Bleu de Chanel, where previous houses set the bar high and now constant innovation is expected. I recommend it for those over 30 for daily use. It’s not innovative but doesn’t smell generic, has good longevity (approx. 8 to 9 hours), and a moderate, non-intrusive sillage.
It’s excellent, I like it a lot; it’s elegant and discreet. Also not less original. Very satisfied.
Strong opening with bergamot and violet leaves, complemented by basil. I didn’t detect the star anise well. Then the pepper in the heart notes. Finally, the vetiver and very soft patchouli are nice. It’s a young style; it reminded me of Zegna Uomo for the bergamot and violet, but Uomo is more recent and flat. The sillage is moderate, though if you get too close it can be heavy. The longevity clearly exceeded 12 hours. It’s my second favorite in the L’Homme series after La Nuit. Suitable for cold and heat, but I see it more for daytime.
Pepper with citrus and anise… honestly, it makes me see pornographic stars… Haha. YSL did a great job with this L’Homme family and the L’Nuit sisters. The million-dollar question: Which do I like more? Impossible. The only weakness is the sillage and longevity. Otherwise, YSL inspired a lot. My favorites in order: 1. La Nuit de l’Homme Frozen Cologne, 2. L’Homme Libre, 3. La Nuit de l’Homme, 4. L’Homme. This one takes a well-deserved second place.
A man wearing this perfume kills me!
The Man in Black feels ambiguous to me: a pleasant opening that transitions into a cloying middle phase. There’s a note or combination that becomes annoying when it dries down, though it’s not a bad perfume. It starts very fresh and bright thanks to the citrus and basil, with a strong presence of violets, but ends up grotesque (I think due to poor handling of nutmeg or vetiver). It’s like an elegant woman who, after a bad night, ends up drunk and disheveled on the couch. Scent: 6/10, Versatility: 6/10, Sillage: 6/10, Longevity: 6/10.
To be honest, I don’t really understand fragrance notes, but this cologne, along with Hugo Man (the thermos one) and Armani Home, are my favorites. This one specifically is fresh, good, and lasts quite a while.
I laughed at the comment that it smells like a cucumber cocktail; nothing like that. Maybe they put it there because it’s fresh, but it smells like violets and lemon. It’s not very masculine, perfect for any time of day, even at night due to its elegance, although there are better options for those occasions. Pity Estela; the longevity is max about 6 hours, and in the end, it smells like soap or shampoo.
I received it as a deodorant when buying the Intense version, and the opening really caught my attention. It’s very fresh, suitable for any time of day, though I think it’s ideal for spring and summer. The heart is almost identical to CH by Carolina Herrera, which surprised me. Then it turns sweet, fruity, spicy, and features a rich leather note. It’s modern, appeals to all tastes, doesn’t project too much, and lasts a normal amount of time. Recommended.
Bought this for my 48-year-old boyfriend, a doctor. He needed something for work that isn’t intrusive but still makes an impression on me. The Man in Black delivers: it smells like a confident, classy man without being loud. I loved the purchase; I’ve tried many things, and I enjoy the rest of this family too.
I didn’t like it at all. I expected something fresher; I would only buy it for the beautiful bottle, haha.
A perfect perfume for the office, masculine, noticeable but not intrusive, and even urban, since it’s versatile for any occasion and weather (not for sports, of course). I bought it a couple of times, but it ended up wearing me out; it gives me the sensation of smelling like cigarettes (which is rare since it doesn’t have a tobacco note). In summary, it’s a linear fragrance that still makes an impression; for daytime, masculine, with a vibrant opening though linear afterward. You can detect the basil, anise, and violet, and of course later the patchouli and vetiver notes. Moderate projection and longevity.
A safe bet from YSL, a house that hasn’t scored a hit in men’s perfumery in quite some time. I’ve been using my second bottle of L’Homme Libre; its fruity and sweet trail seems pleasant and not annoying, perfect for safe use at the office or enclosed spaces. I don’t think it has a distinctive scent or sets it apart from other sweet gourmand fragrances currently in fashion; to a certain extent, its smell is quite generic. However, I use it as my go-to when I don’t feel like choosing a special scent for the day, as I don’t consider it black or white, simply gray—a commercial aroma destined to be forgotten. Moderate trail and projection.
Greetings, this is one of the few fragrances I dared to buy blind, and I must say I have no regrets. It’s a very fresh and soft woody scent, very masculine. I barely used it and received compliments at work; ladies love it, I highly recommend it.
L’Homme Libre resembles its brother L’Homme a bit but is sweeter, without ginger, better for full summer use because it’s fresher and perhaps more aquatic. Honestly, I’m always tempted to buy it and add it to my collection, but every time I try it, it just doesn’t fill me up. It’s a fairly linear fragrance; maybe only two phases occur here… It also doesn’t last more than 4 hours on my skin; by the first two hours, it’s already not projecting. Unfortunately, even though I’d love to like it since I’m fascinated by its bottle and details, I can’t buy it; it’s simply not worth it. Maybe my pH isn’t right or who knows what, but I think it could have been made with better quality. Longevity: 4/10 Poor… Versatility: 7/10 Projection: 6/10 Sillage: 4/10 Quality: 5/10 Scent: 8/10 TOTAL: 5/10 Simply very mediocre.
I like its opening with pepper and basil. Slightly citrusy, but that phase doesn’t last long. The beginning is what stands out the most. Then it reminds me of Bleu de Chanel, and I’m not sure what it’s trying to achieve. Smell good, something simple, without major complications… Probably that. I stick with L’Homme and La Nuit de L’Homme.
A rich perfume; the opening has that spicy touch. Very good trail and lasts quite a while on the skin once dried down. I bought the 200ml bottle, it’s almost unused, but I’m looking to trade because every time I wear it, I start sneezing. I must be allergic to one of its components.
L’Homme Libre… Endless possibilities leading to this outcome: density without weight, ’empty promises’ for the romantic. It leans into summer notoriety thanks to its packaging and structural notes, aiming to be a straight-up summer fragrance… But before being original, it feels like an attempt at success using familiar ingredients. To me, it’s the Gen Z version of D&G’s Light Blue, made by YSL (don’t get confused; they’re nothing alike). Its structure is lilac leaves with a dash of pink pepper mischief; while it doesn’t smell bad, it’s like an anthology of successful fragrances. Personally, I don’t sense anything original or innovative in this flanker of YSL’s controversial L’Homme line. Beyond the perfume itself, it could have been a better product… They had a concept to exploit, means for massive promotion, and packaging that evokes an overflowing iced glass of water (or some milky liquor). ‘Libre,’ despite its potential (in the best case, it wouldn’t have ended up as an artistic or transcendent fragrance), ultimately becomes forgettable, insignificant, and unable to justify its outrageous price (like most recent YSL products). Short longevity, about 4 hours to sit close to the skin; reapplication is almost mandatory for trail and longevity (unless you have chemistry that makes it work). There are better options, and honestly, based on what I’ve read, nobody seems to be losing their mind over Libre.
I want to buy one for these summer holidays… I liked it a lot the other time I tried it, so I’ll probably buy it again 🙂 fresh and elegant.
I’ve fallen for this again, haha. Bought it once more, but I think they’re going to discontinue it. The store told me they didn’t have any, but then confirmed they actually do and still have stock. Why discontinue something if it’s not selling? Is production too expensive? Anyway, everyone’s rushing to get it, haha.
Very similar to Givenchy Gentleman Only. Summing up its scent: ‘Spicy Violet.’ Future purchase; it’s fresh, elegant, mature, and office-appropriate, yet youthful. Where I live, it’s not overused, so it’s perfect. The only downside is its sillage, which is quite moderate, but its longevity is decent.
I think I’ll buy it again :D; everyone asks me what perfume I’m wearing.
I can’t recommend this for more than three sprays; it bothers me and makes me sneeze. It’s spicy and strong; to keep applying it, I have to move around and reapply twice. I bought it because it was half price two years ago, I liked the bottle, and thought, ‘What could I lose?’ I find it linear; I believe the notes evolve from strong to soft, but I always detect the violet and pepper. The anise adds a sweetness I can’t quite distinguish, but it’s there. The base is soft and creamy. It’s true that it has a soft sillage and doesn’t project much, but I smell it very well, especially in heat and humidity; sometimes it feels suffocating, which is rare. Longevity: good on clothes for over 12 hours, maybe 9 on the skin. I’ve tried weaker perfumes than this. It’s more for personal enjoyment, but if someone asks if you smell like that or what you’re wearing, that’s enough projection. The scent reminds me of Givenchy Gentlemen; a colleague wore it, and I thought, ‘I’ll copy him,’ but he was wearing the Givenchy. I wear it during spring and summer; it performs better, isn’t intrusive, and suits these temperatures. In cold weather, I don’t detect it after three hours. Five sprays are good; it lasts my workday: the first one is full strength, then it fades, but I still smell it softly. The aroma is classy—not loud or common; it shows a certain refinement. It doesn’t have strong woody character for a distinguished image, but it fits well in almost any corporate environment. For some strange reason, it reminds me of CH 212 (which I bought recently but haven’t worn in 12 years). Something is there, but it’s simpler.
A discreet yet elegant, relaxed, and non-intrusive fragrance. I wore it today in a great mood. Hours later, when I had already forgotten about it, a friend greeted me and said, ‘You smell so good!’
Explosive, spicy, and citrusy opening; basil, bergamot, and violet leaves come out immediately. In my opinion, I loved that initial cucumber-and-lemon vibe. Then the basil fades and pink pepper takes over. Up close, it’s sweet from the patchouli and earthy from the vetiver. The star notes are the violet leaves and star anise. Very summery; it reminded me a lot of Ermenegildo Zegna’s Uomo, but this one is better. An excellent choice among my favorites.
Without a doubt, my favorite. The scent is noticeable even at a short distance, yet it’s not invasive, with an elegant touch.
Haha, Javier Zurbano, we’re on the same page. All I can say is that it’s very fresh and versatile, perfect for day and night. It lasts about 6 hours on the skin, and people always ask what I’m wearing; it’s quite noticeable.
It opens strangely and then turns cozy and soapy, but it doesn’t convince me. It’s too mentholated and sharp, reminding me of other perfumes. It lacks character and isn’t worth the price.
Fresh, spicy, clean, and elegant. At first, it smells strange—pastel and salty—but within minutes, that soapy and spicy aura emerges, making it sophisticated. It becomes more pleasant over time. Projects for about an hour and lasts 6 to 8 hours on the skin. It doesn’t feel suffocating; I’ve received many compliments at the office and on dates. Over time, Enamora becomes addictive.
To me, it’s the most versatile, fresh, and seductive fragrance I’ve ever tried; my partner loves it. However, it’s not suitable for cold climates or very formal settings.
I disagree with reviews calling it fresh. To me, fresh are the summer versions, some sports, or aquatic, ozonic, and citrus families. Libre doesn’t belong to any of those. It’s clean, slightly spicy, elegant, and discreet. It reminds me of the Gentlemen Only Casual Chic flanker by Givenchy (not so much the original Gentlemen On its own) and has a bit of Fahrenheit in the air, but much softer and more wearable. Zegna Uomo is more ‘colony’ style—slightly more citrusy and woody.
Does anyone recommend anything similar to Libre? It’s discontinued and I don’t have anything comparable. I remember it being very fresh with a slight sweetness at the end. I really liked it.
Less sticky than Invictus, similar to L’Homme Ultime. I prefer the June 2022 edition from Chile; I don’t see much distinctiveness in this one, though I haven’t tested it enough yet, just based on the scent.
Discontinued, but an excellent fragrance.
Am I the only one who thinks it smells like Smirnoff tamarind, or did the decant I was gifted just go bad?
Very rich, clean, and elegant, though a bit weak on performance. Ideal for warm climates. Projection 6/10, longevity 6/10.
One of my husband’s personal fragrances. I’m obsessed. It’s just, so wonderful. I understand why some might find the presence of astringent woods with a spicy base overwhelming; it suits him perfectly. I love that intense sensation that almost makes me sneeze; it doesn’t bother me—it feels invigorating. The pink pepper steals the show for hours. A delicate yet persistent trail. It smells spotless. It’s a clean, clear, and powerful scent all at once. Complex and beautiful; you have to let it develop on the skin to truly know it. Safe buy if you like modern masculine scents with a strong presence.
For those looking for something similar, I recommend Loewe 7 Cobalt; it gives the same vibe upon drying, though this one is much more of a statement. The magic is in its dry-down: sweet, herbal, and sensual. I get why women go crazy for it. The opening is serious and seems underwhelming, but at 30 minutes, it surprises you. It has distinct stages: a fresh opening, then green notes, finishing with a delicious, intoxicating herbal sweetness. In my opinion, Loewe 7 Cobalt is better, and anyone seeking longevity and projection will be satisfied with its outstanding performance.
If you can’t track it down, try Givenchy Gentleman 2017. Perfect for at-home days: freshly shaved, robe, clean house. Think occasions where you’d wear Polo Blue or Dior Homme Cologne, but with a drier twist.
Smells like wet earth.