Body Kouros

Body Kouros, a Warm Resinous Oriental

Yves Saint Laurent Body Kouros is a warm, resinous oriental with a cool top. Our version keeps that feel, opening with eucalyptus and incense before a clary sage and Chinese cedar heart settles over benzoin, camphor, and soft vanilla.

The Story Behind the Scent

Yves Saint Laurent built Body Kouros as a smoother, sweeter take on the classic Kouros, all cool incense and warm resins. The idea was a rich, modern sensuality.

That warm smoothness is its appeal. The eucalyptus and incense keep it cool up top, the sage and cedar add depth, and the benzoin and vanilla give it a sweet, resinous warmth. Since it was discontinued, fans have missed it. Our interpretation keeps it available.

How Our Version Compares to the Original

The original has been discontinued and is now hard to find. Here is how our version compares.

Who It’s For

This is for the man who wants a warm, smooth, resinous scent. Rich and sensual, it suits evenings and cooler weather.

Notes

Top notes: Eucalyptus, Incense

Heart notes: Clary Sage, Chinese Cedar

Base notes: Benzoin, Camphor, Vanilla

How it Smells

It opens cool and aromatic, with eucalyptus and incense.

The heart is warm and woody, with clary sage and Chinese cedar.

The base is sweet and resinous, with benzoin, camphor, and soft vanilla giving a rich, lasting finish.

Common Questions

What does Body Kouros smell like?

It is a warm resinous oriental. Cool eucalyptus and incense open it, sage and cedar fill the heart, and a sweet benzoin and vanilla base rounds it off.

Is the original still available?

Yves Saint Laurent Body Kouros has been discontinued and is now hard to find. Our interpretation brings the scent back within reach.

Is this the same as the Yves Saint Laurent original?

No. This is our own interpretation made to capture the feel of the original. It is not produced by or affiliated with Yves Saint Laurent.

How long does it last?

Built at up to 40% perfume oil, it wears longer than the original eau de toilette.

What size is the bottle?

Every bottle is 50ml, made in the EU as an eau de parfum concentration.

When should I wear it?

It is at its best in autumn and winter and for evenings.

Disclaimer

Yves Saint Laurent and Body Kouros are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Yves Saint Laurent in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.