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    Side by side

    Libertine vs. Babycat

    Clearly related
    Babycat by Yves Saint Laurent bottle

    Babycat

    Yves Saint Laurent
    Eau de Parfum2022
    New comparison

    Babycat wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Libertine vs. Babycat
    LibertineBabycat
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20212022
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerFrank VoelklDominique Ropion
    Best seasonSummerFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Libertine

    Citrus
    Aromatic
    Fresh Spicy
    Woody
    Fruity

    Babycat

    Fresh Spicy
    Vanilla
    Leather
    Warm Spicy
    Powdery
    Amber
    Aromatic
    Balsamic

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    GrapefruitLemonStarfruit
    Black and Pink PepperBlack PepperElemi resin
    Heart
    GingerMandarin LeafHibiscus
    Frankincense resinOlibanumSaffron
    Base
    VetiverAmbergrisCedarwood
    Bourbon VanillaSuedeCedar

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Libertine vs. Babycat
    LibertineBabycat
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Libertine doesn't perform. It just exists beautifully on your skin, close and confident, perfect for those who've grown tired of fragrances that announce themselves three steps before the wearer.Libertine
    This is the YSL tuxedo translated into scent. Ropion understands the assignment: power without aggression, warmth without sweetness overload. The suede in the drydown is exceptional.Babycat