Yves Saint Laurent

 Libre L’eau Nue Alcohol-free perfume with Green Mandarin & Bergamot

Most Helpful Positive Review

A sophisticated and bright edge to everyday wear

I received the YSL Libre L'eau Nue Parfum De Peau fragrance for free in exchange for my honest opinion. And I have to say off the bat I haven't tried the other perfumes in the Libre line; So my feelings are strictly based in my experience with other perfumes rather than any distinctions of YSL Libre...'s prior releases. What I learned was that this was the first of its kind for the Libre Line. It's a Parfum de Peau—a perfume with skin enhancing synergistic properties. It's also highly concentrated, with oil-in-water technology, alcohol free formula. This all results in the most natural olfactory power of each ingredient. So more potent and depth without the additives that can trigger sensitivities in individuals. Which for someone like me, prone to seasonal allergies—was happy to test this fragrance. The bottle is encased in a gorgeous opaque pure white color. It cast a thousands beams of light and truly stands out. Especially adorned with the golden crusted YSL logo. The onyx black bottle topper is rimmed with a gold embroidery that makes pulls the bottle together into a both luxe and sophisticated look and experience. I applied this liberally on my clothes and skin. On my clothes the first notes I noticed were baby powdery freshness on my clothes. I attribute that to the top note (before drying) of the orange blossom. Spraying on my wrist that baby powdery freshness was there but there was immediately trickling of sharp citrus sweetness that steadily progressed through the day. I attribute that to my strawberry lotion quickly enhancing that scent. Perfect skin chemistry happened. This fragrance overall played with a perfect balance of youthful and sophisticated. It can be fit for work and having fun! But keeps you guessing for more edges to the notes. Reminded me of OG My Way but the base is more tart and fruity. The longevity for my preference (sensitive nose at times) was good. It'd go for nearly an average work day. The sillage was great too, not too floral which I tend to get sick of fast. But sharp citrus sweetness. The project was not strong but I get that was a non-alcohol based fragrance but that was what I didn't like much. Like it sticks to you which I like but a few feet from someone they'd notice.