Yves Saint Laurent
Y ICED COLOGNE
2026
PERFUMER
Dominique Ropion
ice mint
arcitcal
mint tea
blue sage
ambrosia
patchouli
‘Discover Y ICED COLOGNE Eau de Toilette Intense, the aromatic fougère fragrance for men that exudes freshness and strength in every moment. A shot of liquid ice in a spray that delivers a refreshing surge of energy that lasts up to twelve hours. Created by master perfumer Dominique Ropion, the fragrance opens with a fresh note of ice mint, enhanced by Arctical™, an exclusive cooling molecule that provides clarity and freshness. At the heart, the blend of Moroccan mint tea and blue sage reveals itself, giving the fragrance its dynamic and masculine character. The base anchors the fragrance with ambrosia and patchouli, leaving a sophisticated, woody trail that lasts all day. The newly designed ice blue bottle, created by Suzanne Dalton, is an expression of elegance and innovation, with a metallic Y that cuts through the glass and makes a bold statement. Experience the power of cool intensity and redefined freshness with Y ICED COLOGNE – your ultimate ally for confidence and success. • 12-hour freshness for unstoppable energy. • Vibrant blend of mint and blue sage accords. • An Eau de Toilette Intense that lasts all day. • With exclusive Arctical™ for an icy, clean feeling. • Woody base of ambrosia and patchouli for depth.’ – Vita (Translated)
While Y Iced Cologne (and the entire Y line) is not for me at all, I have to say that Iced Cologne embodies its concept decently well.
It smells highly artificial and plasticy, but I think that comes with the territory when creating something that’s supposed to smell cold and icy. It has a watery, yet dry vibe; like walking in the mist. A pretty strong scent of mint gives the opening a nice kick.
It loses the actual freshness too quickly however. It goes more aromatic; overall a very green-leaning fragrance. The scent reminds me too much of generic men’s showergels or an herbal sauna.
To me, this starts smelling more damp, rather than cool and icy. The scent of your cheap aftershave, prolongued, but also missing the sparkling texture after the first seconds, so it doesn’t quite feel invigorating or refreshing. Compared to all the sweet fragrances it does I guess, but not as much as I would hope for with a name like Iced Cologne. On the other hand, I do like it easily over the style of showergel that grows sweet, like Prada Paradigme or Parfums de Marly Castley.
Not for me, but not bad.
