NEW YSL Y Elixir FIRST IMPRESSIONS - Better Than Sauvage Elixir?

Hey friends, today I'm checking out the new Yves Saint Laurent Y Elixir which competes directly with Dior Sauvage Elixir at a $180 retail price. Thanks for watching!
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[@jcup77]

It's nice to hear an honest review! Thank you for saving me $180!

[@ambiven10]

Thank you for saving me both 12:46 mins and money and summarizing it here...lol

[@aidenstancil3985]

Ikr

[@hurkamur1]

This stuff is awesome. Just got it. The hate is unjustified

[@kevino73]

I don't remember Ash ever being this scathing on a new release. Once I heard that this was closely related to the other flankers, my interest went away. I'll check it out at some point, but I'm in no rush.

[@ribsnwhiskey]

Find his Dior Homme 2020 review. He hated it at first but like this maybe with more time he might end up liking it. I really like Dior 2020 but he didnt like the iris getting pulled.

[@fbm9001]

Bro spend $200 on 60 ml flop,so who can blame him?

[@jasonwright6232]

It really smells too close to YSL Le Parfum for me.

[@adammcinnis]

Armaf Craze fraiche was a funny review.

[@kingyeti6336]

First time huh?

[@gunnerfrags9378]

Props to Ash on this video, I agree 💯 % they need to go ahead and cut that cost in half 😂

[@88qhqhquq]

Nah 25% at most

[@BrianK_70]

Wow I really appreciate this honesty compared to everyone else that has bought this and then tries to convince themselves and everybody else that it's the best thing ever and worth it.

[@ervinpacheco3250]

yeah dude, they have to find a way to cope the 180 they wasted

[@hurkamur1]

​@@ervinpacheco3250It's easily the best in the line. No cope.

[@thanatology493]

I'm a YSL homer so this hurts my heart but I appreciate your honesty.

[@JohmathanBSwift]

Me too.

[@ElÚltimoTour2032]

I work in the fragrance department in macys & when I first got my nose on this fragrance a few days ago I wasn’t amazed at all I remember helping a client in my store by spaying Y edp on a card & Y Elixir on the other she said she couldn’t really smell the Elixir version compared to Y Edp & loved the smell of the Edp better once I spoke about pricing she was sold on the Y Edp compared to Elixir she’s like you get more for less money & it smells stronger then this small Elixir that’s $180 all I said was great choice ✅

[@kiphackman6343]

I went to macys several days ago hoping y elixir was gonna be different and bold like sauvage elixir.... I was disappointed. I bought a backup bottle of sauvage elixir, and I'm only sticking with y le parfum the most sophisticated and unique fragrance in the Y lineup

[@jeffhanson664]

@@kiphackman6343just a suggestion, but if you love Sauvage Elixir you need to try Alexandria Fragrances version called Ete’ Sauvage. It’s twice the amount for $110. It’s hands down the best. I have 4 bottles. 😊

[@triniman1265]

How to you feel about paco rabanne phantom parfum?

[@omoscents6003]

I almost blind bought this. Thank you for your honesty!

[@aidenstancil3985]

Yeah same

[@Bannanabreadvickser]

Can’t do blind buys at that price point

[@MarksTech]

you should have bought it lol. Ive never had this many compliments before. Its worth it, imo.

[@omoscents6003]

@@MarksTech and now I’m considering it 😂

[@hurkamur1]

​@@MarksTechIt's f****g awesome. People are just big mad about the price. Haters gonna hate

[@tomlyons7066]

Dude, your honesty builds trust in the community and with your followers, kudos!

[@Aragon1193]

I am glad you’re always honest. That being said I do truly enjoy this Y. This could be because I only own one other Y and that’s the edp. L’Elixir is my favorite one for sure. Maybe it’s some subconscious of the price I paid. But hey everyone has their own opinion. Others like me love it.

[@joshuabenitez3260]

Elixer has just become a new marketing ploy that doesn't really mean anything. Houses are just slapping Elixer on their stuff and bumping the price. All we are paying for is the Elixer label cash grab. As always thanks for exposing the truth Ash!!

[@timnugent6178]

Well said Ash... my thoughts exactly...

[@rb-ds1tv]

Wow!! was this a honest review I'm floored I thought he would be hyping this to the max.

[@matthewlima7121]

Thank you for such an honest review . It’s harder to come buy especially when some reviewers get these comped and it skews the review especially when price to result is your biggest gripe ! .. keep these up!

[@2quick524]

Patiently waiting for the new PDM to come out.

[@felixthreeone]

THANK YOU AHSTON for being honest!!! I tested this, and felt EXACTLY the same about this release as you. It is refreshing to see honesty, when the other 'tubers and influencers are out there ballwashing this fragrance like it was sent from heaven. Everything you said was 100% spot-on.

[@willoraha1969]

Very honest review Thank you Ash

[@nine12pote]

This was the video i was waiting on. Every other tuber seemed to praise it but deep down i think they had to cause they spent $200 for something they already have. So i definitely appreciate the raw honesty

[@ZachSmithMusic93]

At first clicking this video I was sad because I literally just bought a replacement bottle of my Y EDP, and I was like go figure they'd release another one a week after I got that. Not too sad about that now. Lol. Thanks for this.

[@lilliampumpernickle4655]

Doesn’t smell too unique at first but that oud in the dry down is amazing

[@forrisonhard]

Honesty in a craft where it’s rarely found. Thank you, Ash👍🏼

[@TypicallyUniqueOfficial]

I’ll be sticking with Y EDP. Y EDP never ceases to get me compliments and it smells amazing.

[@Scribblescrabbly]

Was sent a bottle by YSL through their influencer program and liked it. On my skin it smells sweet all day. My only other YSL is L’homme from around 2012. Loved that so much I still have 3 sealed bottles lol.

[@TerrainJeremy3945]

I still havent picked this one up yet. I feel like I will at some point in the future. Thank you for the honest content Ash. We appreciate it.

[@danielthecoolman3579]

Great review Ash! I respect that you don't hold back when it comes to criticism, and pointing flaws in your reviews! One of my favorite reviews from you are of Dior Homme 2020 and Valentino Born in Roma, where you don't necesarily hate the fragrance, but didn't like the direction that these companies go, when they are no longer coming with anything unique or out there, or when they don't bother to step out of their comfort zone like with Y Elixir, pretty disappointed that this one doesn't do anything special, now I know I shouldn't bother trying it if it's not that much different at all to the other flankers.

[@astall3520]

Thanks for being honest, it's really appreciated and gives you a lot of credibility.

[@jordanwolfcastle7387]

I tried this today at Sephora and i didnt quite like it at first but then as it settled i absolutely loved it

[@carlitobo3310]

Finally a reviewer giving an honest review! Thank you ❤

[@dwielgosz2011]

imma just rebuy Y EDP before they ruin it to force Elixir sales

[@GentsScents]

That would melt my brain if they did that, haha

[@DavidLexus-x9s]

Am using dior sauvage elixir king of projection ❤

[@edwardmonsariste4050]

I like it! It is so smooth on the nose. No harshness to be found. If you’re a Sauvage or Spice Bomb fan, then this is not for you. This is a subtle classy cologne that will seamlessly mix with your body oils to project a clean scent.

[@jonde2922]

Waiting for the L’Elixir L’Extréme L’Intense version. Btw, $180 for a flanker is diabolical.

[@ncwomega6158]

I've always thought the Y line of fragrances are overrated/overhyped anyways. Thank you for your honest opinion about this release!

[@Kenniscent]

Thanks ash , this review cemented my thought that this is way too much for something I basically already own

[@valentino-1998]

0:01 the new Jeremy Fragrance‘s POWER Version haha 😂

[@Ramshackled17]

😂👍

[@gsmoove9947]

Need Versace To Start Dropping New Fragrances 🔥One of my Favorite Designer Brands 💪🏽

[@adamjones5931]

I was waiting on the review from Ash before pulling the trigger on this and I'm so glad I did. I'll stick to my Y EDP. Cheers, Ash!

[@onyx_alexander]

I have all of them and elixir has the best dry down imo. I think it’s incredible.

[@devious100dd]

I have bought EDP, leParfum and Intense and I have to say the performance has been steadily declining, Myself is weak as well, so it doesn’t surprise me that the performance with the elixir is subpar.

[@GSPA100]

Love the honest review. This is what i was to see, honesty. Thanks.

[@cre810sion]

Glad for this review.. . Live is my favorite in the line.... I'll wait a while for it to pop up on discounters to complete the line. Sauvage Elixir is nuclear in performance, I'm glad I saw this clip.

[@damncidd]

THANK YOU FOR THE HONESTY! This is why I’m subscribed!

[@Theonlymayz]

I actually think it’s a great new elixir , better than most for sure it’s almost a new blue feel reminds me Slightly of visionair dry down but better

[@DeadeyeJoe37]

I wouldn't have guessed this would've been the swing and a miss. All the other designer Elixirs have been widely praised

[@7EVSays]

It’s a solid shower gel scent but definitely not worth $180. It’ll be looked at differently once it hits discounters

[@GentsScents]

Assuming it gets discounted much. It’ll probably still be ~$135+ at discounters

[@darkfeeels]

You saved so many people. Thank you so much for your honesty Ash!

[@beautifulday2043]

Absolutely love and so appreciative that he is so honest. Not everything is spectacular.

[@jasond6267]

I appreciate you being honest about this one. Cuz Y EDP is still one of my fragrances for life ; so I was all ears on this one 💯💯

[@twoweeledsoto6072]

LOL!! The face said it all. A person's immediate response often tells us what we need to know. It did here! LOL!

[@denvenom4011]

Finally Ash, I have this feeling of "like I bought it myself"🤣🤣. On my lunch break today, I was thinking, well, when will Ash buy it and show it to us. I'm rooting for you, friend🤗💯🏆

[@losxlakers]

Glad this review didn’t just read the manufacturer’s product description and lie about how great it is.

[@richardhollo8629]

I somewhat hoped that they pull something like Dior did with Sauvage Elixir (which is the only Sauvage i like), as for me the whole Y line is redundant after trying Y EDP, which is clearly the best release out of the line, and happens to be my favourite blue fragrance. Y Elixir is an easy pass after some reviews.

[@vandyke1411]

for me the best elixir release after dior sauvage elixir is gucci guilty elixir

[@JohmathanBSwift]

I have Gucci Guilty Elixir. I haven't opened it yet. I got one of those trial-size bottles of Dior's. I really like Boss Bottled Elixir.

[@vandyke1411]

@@JohmathanBSwift i liked that one as well,

[@silverbacksillage6812]

Thanks for the heads up I’ll pass on it you can get way better fragrances from discounters that are niche

[@KruBear]

The one they discontinued is the best in the line in my opinion. YSL Y Frachie is a top 10 summer fragrance of all time.

[@Zswag22]

I agree!

[@HorologicRannygazoo]

And even discontinued you can find 100ml BNIB less than $180. . .

[@GucciButNotGuilty]

​@@HorologicRannygazoo$123 after tax on FragNet rn

[@tonicz770]

Agree. I’ve been trying to buy it since June last year and couldn’t find it. They popped up again so I bought 3 bottles of YSL y eau fraiche and YSL y live. Both are discontinued so it’s only a matter of time before they’re all gone.

[@gabrielkicks2346]

Appreciate your honesty , I almost got caught up in the hype

[@josq81]

I despise weak perfumes. This is the easiest pass in ages. ✋️

[@djeR876]

Sentiments shared

[@rrroumn]

This one defo not weak, lasts longer than some of my niches

[@wscratchensniff5872]

2:04 what a meme worthy reaction!😂😂😂

[@1manairband]

I'm so glad that I watched this. Our tastes are so similar that when you say it's not worth it, it's not worth it. Kind of a letdown. Others are hyping it up, but they must be getting something for it. I have all the others so if it's redundant I'll save the money.

[@EddieC460]

6:54 was that a double entendre? I think it was… Nice

[@sumgi1537]

Nice catch haha

[@emilioaguirre1634]

Invictus Parfum was announced yesterday.

[@vladimirnotputin9431]

YSL Y EDP is still my favorite.

[@reallyfamous217]

Respect the review. I actually have tested this out a few times and I agree, I noticed the similarity to the YSL Y EDP, but at the same time it’s expected because it’s apart of the Y line. Everybody has their opinion, but for me personally I think this is 🔥. I won’t say it’s an upgrade to the EDP, but I think the perfumer possibly took some similarities from the EDP and made it its own unique luxurious fragrance. One thing I learned w/ fragrances is just try it for yourself. Everybody genetic make up is different. What smells superb to me may be different for you and vice versa. But from my few experiences w/ this fragrance, especially if you’re a Y fan, this is definitely a buy for me. Easily.

[@JohmathanBSwift]

Is Ash in the opening trying to say that the perfume industry keeps on pooping out Elixirs? Maybe he's trying to say that L'Elixir is 💩! Could be both. I waited on this review. Glad I did. Thanks for being honest Ash.

[@geoffbegg4431]

I bought this in the last couple of weeks, received before wider release. Within a few days I sold it for double what I paid. I managed to achieve pretty much the same scent by layering Missoni Pour Homme with Faconnable Riviera. Riviera itself isn't far off it, but the Missoni provided the musk to take this layering close to L'Elixir. And to be honest it was actually more enjoyable, stronger and longer lasting.

[@Shan006]

That's $285 CAD for a 60 ml YSL LINE !!! ranging close to some Luxury TOM FORD 100 ml bottles!! great review & content Ash! Glad to save the money! I'l hold on to my Y EDP & Dior Sauvage Elixer

[@DavidLexus-x9s]

4 KZbin reviews say ysl exiler is a disappointing performance. Ysl Edp is more better than ysl exiler.

[@TheFuturePerfectChannel]

As a fan of both the original Sauvage EDT as well as YSL Y EDP, I was really looking forward to this one, as Sauvage Elixir has been enjoying much greater success than any other of the Sauvage flankers.

[@johnn.marshall4566]

Which do u like more between the Sauvage EDT and YSL EDP?

[@enrique8190]

Savauge elixir has not been more successful than the edt.

[@TheFuturePerfectChannel]

@@enrique8190 I know. I meant that Elixir has been more successful than its flankers (EDP, Parfum).

[@TheFuturePerfectChannel]

@@johnn.marshall4566 I like them both equally, but the Sauvage more for Daytime and the Y EDP more for Night.

[@MiguelBricaBrac]

Got a taste of this at the department store and I thought there was something wrong with me. Thank you for letting me know all is correct and this fragrance underwhelms

[@fallbrook1]

This is just what i needed to see i was thinking of getting but i think y edp is already pretty beastmode plus dat 180 price tag not worth it

[@TheThekapuka]

best flankers so far dior elixir , victory elixir and le male elixir

[@JohmathanBSwift]

I have Victory and the Le Male. I enjoy them.

[@straden79]

thx for honest opinion

[@willsalter8113]

I Will only say that before take Ash’s word about the fragrance at least smell it for yourself first and foremost. There have been fragrances that Ash didn’t like that I adore personally. I’ve heard other reviewers give it a more favorable review so once again it’s all subjective.

[@GentsScents]

This is true, always test things for yourself if possible. Just like Rolling Stone may not like an album you like or IGN may like a game you don’t like.

[@enerobouie3454]

Respect the honest opinion! 👏🏾

[@jonwick5824]

I haven't watched the video yet or read the comments but my prediction is nothing will ever touch dior sauvage elixir. It is hands down the most compliment getting fragrance I've ever experienced.

[@DavidSanchez-sx1pq]

Keeping it real! Love this. Thanks for the heads up. 👍

[@Turley30]

Savage Elixir is an absolute stunner for me and I would gladly pay that price because you get the performance that comes with it. Out of all these elixirs I don't think I've came across one that I have tested that has competed. Curious about the La Male e Elixir tho.

[@Mr.E.Fragrance]

We need a top 10 Elixir video soon with all these Elixirs coming out.

[@raulsaavedra709]

Great review. Price-wise ought to be compared also with Gucci Elixir. I think Dior Elixir and Gucci Elixir are also in fact in a similar quality tier, basically the best two elixirs currently on the market imho. Followed by Boss Elixir, and then JPG Le Male Elixir. Must smell it, but given how I find the Y EDP smell itself (just an ok, not even a like) I think Y Elixir will be waaaaay behind most other elixirs on the market for me.

[@thiagoagovino]

That is a honesty opinion, it is all about this, thank you Ash.

[@InsendoChavero]

The honesty is appreciated.

[@diz354]

Thanks for the breakdown, I’ll stick to the Le Parfum and EDP

[@mr.x4935]

Le Parfum will (if you ain’t a creep) literally get you some 🐱🎁. I buy it like once every 2 months. I’m bout to stop wearing it for awhile. Any recommendations?

[@hurkamur1]

​@@mr.x4935Get this, it's a bit like EDP, but better in every way.

[@Chris6815]

Thank you for the honest review. I’m glad that you didn’t just rubber stamp it.

[@jameslogan8710]

Appreciate the honesty Ash! To be fair I'm not a fan of the whole Y line as they're basically copying Sauvage down to the bottle design that looks like their respective private blends. With that being said I think I think the Y line peaked with Le Parfum, it truly has character and the blacked out bottle design feels like it would've been perfect for an Elixir release.

[@kennethcarter2798]

Well I know now what I am not buying. Thanks for the review.

[@brianmenard4713]

And I was so looking forward to it 😢

[@GentsScents]

You and me both. Still test it out if you can, you might like it more than I do

[@johnstamps4829]

@@GentsScentsI actually did test it out in ulta a few days ago. Was not impressed whatsoever. I’ll stick to getting a bottle of Y EDP for this summer instead, and keep sauvage elixir (or a clone of it) for late fall to winter time

[@JoeAverage1469]

Wow Ash, tell us how you really feel!😮 Can't believe it's that disappointing! I wonder if it gets better if it sits for a while.....

[@St.Calamity]

Hahahahaha

[@JoseLopez-kv1lr]

Me: Why make a elixir? YSL: Okay, will make a Y elixir ;) Me: ... -_-

[@greggraham9785]

Thanks Ash for letting us know. Stay safe brother

[@8urvett]

I smelled it today and it smells so similar to YSL L’homme Sport. I’m surprised nobody has mentioned it yet.

[@bernardjackson4974]

Dude just saved the fragrance community . Protect ash at all cost !!! 😂

[@slikjmuzik]

I think you’re dead on, Ash. I don’t even have to smell it to know. I’m glad you have given me a reason to not waste more money. The more I get into this, the more I stick to the originals. I’m wearing YSL L’homme more than anything and I’m wearing, just as another example, Valentino Uomo more than anything else in the line. Mind you, I have Uomo Intense, Yellow Dream and Born in Roma Intense. The originals of things just tend to me the most wearable in the most situations I have a 5 ounce of the original Oomomo, and I have a 200 mil of the YSL L’homme. We’ll never get old.

[@slikjmuzik]

@@dietbajablast5790 it really is, I 100% agree, I’m just not gonna go wearing it everywhere. It’ll be too much for a lot of situations.

[@dnatural1iam23]

Trinidad Fan in the house Elixir season!!!

[@Michael-Styles]

Dunking on YSL in full effect & I'm here for it. Smelled it on Sunday at Bloomingdale's & immediately felt like I was smelling Y EDP & Y Le Parfum mixed but weaker. And I will say the smell for me stayed for a while but it's extremely soft after an hour.

[@Calentano23]

Thought it was Macys exclusive only 🤔

[@Michael-Styles]

@@Calentano23There was a Rep there who had it with them & was headed to Macy's in fact.

[@varriovlogs]

that why i love lataffa fragrance world and all the middle eastern frags they bringing some great perfumes for a great price

[@flatbushmafia]

Hmm thanks for that I will go for YSL Y LE PARFUM. I love the way it smells. Looks like the creativity from the Y line isn't there anymore 😔. Now the Sauvage Elixir I wore yesterday was and will always be incredible.

[@d3tached205]

Just received a free sample of this, imo it's 🔥. I tested DS elixir at Ulta and thought it smelled absolutely terrible.

[@stevenmoon1141]

You are my number one reviewer for fragrances, and I think your likes and dislikes mirror mine more than any of the other reviewers, but I was anxious as you were to get this and try it and the other reviews were positive so I went ahead and bought it. I wish I would’ve waited for your review, I think it’s OK but it’s nothing like I thought it was going to be. You just took a little long to get your review out versus the other reviewers and I went with them. I do not agree however, with you that it smells like the other Y fragrances I don’t think it smells like them at all. It smells a lot more chromatic, but I’m not wild about the scent and I have several of the other Y flankers that I do like.

[@javy8229]

SAVE YOUR MONEY! Bad version of an elixir super mute and soft. Just as bad as the le parfum. The rest of the line is better. Imo

[@Jack-_-H]

An accurate single line summary of this video by Ash.

[@GucciButNotGuilty]

Le Parfum is wonderful.

[@reggiepierre4759]

Let’s hope ysl do what pdm have done to sedley, reformulating it real quick and hopefully it comes back stronger…

[@ScentsofStyle99]

I think Ash just cost YSL millions of dollars here. He's the man now in the fragrance community and he destroyed it. This might be the end of the "elixir" BS.