Why

(4.7) 73 Reviews

$61
Inspired by: YSL's Y (Retail price: $261) Scent Family: Aromatic-Woody-Fresh
Expertly Crafted Fragrances
Vegan & Cruelty Free
Paraben & Phthalates Free
Notes & Ingredients About Extraits de Parfum Extraits FAQ FAQ
Highlight Notes:
Apple
Apple
 Ginger
Ginger
 Lavender
Lavender
 Cedar
Cedar
Top Notes:

Apple, Aldehydes, Ginger and Grapefruit

Heart Notes:

Sage, Lavender and Geranium

Base Notes:

Tonka Bean, Cedar, Olibanum and Patchouli

Ingredients:

Alcohol Denat., Parfum (Fragrance), Aqua (Water), Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Linalool, Limonene, Acetyl Cedrene, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Linalyl Acetate, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Pinene, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil

Gender: Masculine



Inspired by YSL's Y, this masculine fragrance opens with a lively mix of apple, aldehydes, ginger, and grapefruit. The heart reveals a sophisticated blend of sage, lavender, and geranium. It finishes with a robust base of tonka bean, cedar, olibanum, and patchouli.

All our bottles feature Extrait de Parfum. To give you an idea of the concentration, check out the details below:

  • After shave: 1-3% Aromatic Compounds
  • Eau de Cologne: 2-6% Aromatic Compounds
  • Eau de Toilette: 5-15% Aromatic Compounds
  • Eau de Parfum: 10-20% Aromatic Compounds
  • Extrait De Parfum: 30-40% Aromatic Compounds
Ingredients:

Alcohol Denat., Parfum (Fragrance), Aqua (Water), Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Linalool, Limonene, Acetyl Cedrene, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Linalyl Acetate, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Pinene, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil

How do I apply Why?

  • Apply Why to the neck and collarbone area.
  • Mist yourself with this fragrance after a shower.
  • Spritz lightly on clothing.
  • Dab gently on the wrists.
How long does Why last?

Our fragrances have great staying power because we use Parfum Extrait in our formulations. Parfum Extrait is a highly concentrated perfume oil, with a fragrance concentration of anywhere from 30% to 40%.

For reference of the concentration, see below:

  • Aftershave: 1-3% Aromatic Compounds
  • Eau de Cologne: 2-6% Aromatic Compounds
  • Eau de Toilette: 5-15% Aromatic Compounds
  • Eau de Parfum: 10-20% Aromatic Compounds
  • Extrait De Parfum: 30-40% Aromatic Compounds
Best season to wear Why?

All season, year-round favorite.

What are Why's ingredients?

Alcohol Denat., Parfum (Fragrance), Aqua (Water), Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Linalool, Limonene, Acetyl Cedrene, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Linalyl Acetate, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Pinene, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil

PARFUM EXTRAIT FORMULA

Thanks to our 30% oil parfum extrait formula, Oakcha ensures long-lasting fragrances.

LUXURY PACKAGING

Glass color-coated bottles and magnetic packaging that delivers.

VEGAN + CRUELTY FREE

Ethical practices and cruelty-free products. Experience the pleasure of scent without any guilt.

QUALITY ATOMIZER

Our stainless steel atomizers feature precision-designed nozzles for consistent even distribution.

4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 73 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 57 Total 4 star reviews: 12 Total 3 star reviews: 4 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
95%would recommend this product
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73 reviews
  • CM
    Carey M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    How is the Longevity? Long Lasting
    How is the Sillage? Moderate
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 days ago
    I luv it..

    Just got my Order today in the mail and boy was I impressed. I don’t know how Oakcha does it but they don’t seem to miss. This Fragrance smells amazing I can’t wait to pick up other ones to add to my collection.

  • KC
    Kymoni C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    How is the Longevity? Moderate
    How is the Sillage? Heavy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 months ago
    Wow this is good!

    This scent is spot on at the opening!

  • C
    Chris
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    5 Stars

    Awesome! Smells exactly like the original

  • L
    LPK
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    How is the Longevity? Very Long Lasting
    How is the Sillage? Heavy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 days ago
    Perfect Dupe

    This smells almost identical to YSL Y in my opinion. I got it for my teenage son & he loves it. He puts it on in the morning before school & when he comes home I can still smell it on him. It’s an intensely fresh, clean smell that could be unisex but leans a titch masculine.

  • S
    Sheneil
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    5 Stars

    My husband loves it. It smell fresh and clean

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