Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Eau de Toilette 3.3 oz – aromatic fougere fragrance for men launched in 1981.
This bold, iconic cologne delivers powerful masculine sensuality with a leathery animalic character created by perfumer Pierre Bourdon. The composition opens with sharp aldehydes, spicy coriander, herbal clary sage, bitter artemisia, and bright bergamot, creating a bold herbal-citrus introduction with aldehydic sparkle. At the heart, spicy carnation blends with earthy patchouli, earthy vetiver, aromatic geranium, heady jasmine, powdery orris root, warm cinnamon, and soothing lavender, adding complex floral-spice depth. The dry down settles into animalic civet, sweet honey, rich leather, creamy musk, green oakmoss, warm amber, resinous incense, soft tonka bean, and smooth vanilla, leaving an intensely masculine, long-lasting trail with legendary animalic warmth.
| Benefits |
| Aromatic fougere profile delivers bold presence with distinctive animalic leather character for confident men |
| Legendary composition captures 1980s powerhouse masculinity with exceptional longevity lasting twelve-plus hours |
| Iconic status as YSL bestselling men's fragrance ensures timeless sophistication with subversive edginess |
| Notes |
| Top |
Aldehydes, coriander, clary sage, artemisia, bergamot, tarragon |
| Heart |
Carnation, patchouli, vetiver, geranium, jasmine, orris root, cinnamon, lavender |
| Base |
Civet, honey, leather, musk, oakmoss, amber, incense, tonka bean, vanilla |
| Who it's for |
| Men seeking a bold, animalic fragrance with powerful leather-honey character and unapologetic masculinity |
| Those who appreciate iconic powerhouse scents with distinctive civet-driven warmth and exceptional performance |
| How to use |
| Apply sparingly as this fragrance has powerful projection and exceptional longevity |
| Spray onto pulse points including wrists, neck, and chest after showering |
| Ideal for fall and winter wear with commanding presence lasting all day |
| Specs |
| Concentration |
Eau de Toilette |
| Size |
3.3 fl oz (100 ml) |
| Fragrance family |
Aromatic fougere leather |
| Gender |
Men's |
| Year launched |
1981 |
| Perfumer |
Pierre Bourdon |
| Award |
FIFI winner 1982 |
| Scent profile |
Leathery, animalic, honey, herbal, musky, bold, iconic, masculine, powerful |
| UPC |
3365440003866 |
