Y Live Intense Cologne by Yves Saint Laurent, The citrus accords in this spicy aromatic fragrance bring out just the right touch of freshness. Y Live Intense, launched in 2019, has an enormous sillage that pleasantly fills a room. The opening features the top note of orange blossom. This blends into a spicy heart with middle notes of bergamot and ginger. The dry down adds a deep, green foundation with base note of juniper and sage. The effect is invigorating, making this scent a great choice for a long day. Better than average longevity will carry you through long hours in the board room or the club. Often abbreviated Ysl, the French fashion house of Yves Saint Laurent is synonymous with effortless, elegant style. The founder, Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint-Laurent began working in the fashion industry at age 17 when he served as an assistant to Christian Dior. The company launched its first wildly successful fragrance in 1964.