YSL makes some of the most recognisable scents on any shelf, at £100 to £270. Here are the £35 versions, at 35% Extrait.
Every scent below is an Aromara dupe of an Yves Saint Laurent original, £35 for 50ml, from £4.99 for a 5ml, with 7+ hours guaranteed and 60 days to change your mind.
The best YSL dupes, scent by scent
Black Opium, the coffee-vanilla
Dark coffee, vanilla and white flowers, addictive. Our Eclipse holds it. Full review: Best Black Opium Dupe UK.
Libre, the lavender-orange blossom
Lavender, orange blossom and vanilla, bold and modern. Our Libre Intenso takes it on.
Y Elixir, the deep aromatic
Sage, ginger and a warm woody base. Our Elixir Force matches it.
Y Eau de Parfum, the fresh fougere
Apple, ginger and sage, clean and sharp. Our Vector Y carries it.
Tuxedo, the niche oud-vanilla
Rich vanilla, oud and spice. Our Black Tie is the dressed-up one.
Baby Cat, the sweet gourmand
Vanilla, coffee and caramel, playful and sweet. Our Baby Doll takes it on.
Quick comparison
| YSL original | Original price | Aromara dupe | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Opium | £145 | Eclipse | £35 |
| Libre | £195 | Libre Intenso | £35 |
| Y Elixir | £195 | Elixir Force | £35 |
| Y Eau de Parfum | £100 | Vector Y | £35 |
| Tuxedo | £270 | Black Tie | £35 |
| Baby Cat | £115 | Baby Doll | £35 |
Why ours hold and most dupes do not
Black Opium's coffee and Libre's lavender both go flat fast in a cheap dupe. Every Aromara scent is 35% Extrait, the highest disclosed concentration in the UK, so the signature lasts the full day.
Try before you commit
Not sure which YSL to go for? Build a 5ml x5 starter set for £15 and try five at full strength. See every scent and saving in the Designer Dupe Index.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best YSL dupe in the UK?
For Black Opium we make Eclipse, for Libre we make Libre Intenso, both 35% Extrait at £35.
What smells like YSL Black Opium?
Aromara Eclipse matches the coffee, vanilla and white-floral signature at 35% Extrait, £35 for 50ml.
Are YSL dupes worth it?
If you want the smell and not the designer price, yes. Aromara discloses 35% Extrait and guarantees 7+ hours.
How much are they?
£35 for a 50ml, or £4.99 for a 5ml sampler. Buy 2 get 1 free.
How long do they last?
7+ hours, guaranteed, or your money back.
Related reading
- Best Black Opium Dupe UK
- Best Perfume Dupes UK 2026
- Best Vanilla Perfume Dupes UK
- The Designer Dupe Index 2026
Aromara is an independent UK fragrance brand. All scents are original creations inspired by well-known designer fragrances. No affiliation with Yves Saint Laurent or any other brand mentioned. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.