Youth Dew by Estée Lauder
Brand: Estée Lauder
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Aldehydes, orange and peach open onto clove, cinnamon, rose and jasmine over incense, amber, patchouli and vanilla. The opulent spicy amber that started it all.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 1953 · Women
Key accords: Aldehydes, Orange, Bergamot, Peach, Clove, Cinnamon
Top Notes
- Aldehydes
- Orange
- Bergamot
- Peach
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Special Occasion, Formal
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Youth Dew by Estée Lauder belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Aldehydes, orange and peach open onto clove, cinnamon, rose and jasmine over incense, amber, patchouli and vanilla. The opulent spicy amber that started it all. Youth Dew opens with Aldehydes, Orange, Bergamot, and Peach. The heart brings Clove, Cinnamon, Rose, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Incense, Amber, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Vanilla, and Musk.
How to wear Youth Dew
On skin, Youth Dew by Estée Lauder has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, special occasion, and formal. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Wood by Tom Ford. Apply Youth Dew first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Youth Dew : 2 sprays Oud Wood and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Youth Dew opens with Aldehydes, Orange, Bergamot, and Peach.
The heart brings Clove, Cinnamon, Rose, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang.
It dries down to Incense, Amber, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Vanilla, and Musk.
What to layer with Youth Dew
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and vanilla.
Order: Apply Youth Dew first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Youth Dew : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cinnamon, and amber.
Order: Apply Youth Dew first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Youth Dew : 2 sprays Good Girl
Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Youth Dew first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower Bomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Youth Dew : 2 sprays Flower Bomb
La Vie Est Belle by Lancôme
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, patchouli, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Youth Dew first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer La Vie Est Belle on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Youth Dew : 2 sprays La Vie Est Belle
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and amber.
Order: Apply Youth Dew first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Youth Dew : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Pairings to approach with care
H24 by Hermès
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Youth Dew has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. H24 brings an aromatic contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Youth Dew first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer H24 on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Youth Dew : 2 sprays H24
Blue Moon Ginger Dash by Kilian
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Youth Dew has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Blue Moon Ginger Dash brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Youth Dew first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Blue Moon Ginger Dash on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Youth Dew : 2 sprays Blue Moon Ginger Dash
Related fragrances and why
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include amber and vanilla.
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include bergamot, cinnamon, and amber.
- Flower Bomb by Viktor & RolfBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, rose, and jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Youth Dew?
Youth Dew opens with Aldehydes, Orange, Bergamot, and Peach. The heart brings Clove, Cinnamon, Rose, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Incense, Amber, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Vanilla, and Musk.
How long does Youth Dew last, and how strong is it?
Youth Dew by Estée Lauder has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Youth Dew?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, special occasion, and formal.
What layers well with Youth Dew?
Oud Wood by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and vanilla. Apply Youth Dew first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Youth Dew : 2 sprays Oud Wood.
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