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The 10 Best Travel Perfumes to Throw in Your Bag and Spritz Anytime, Anywhere
According to beauty editors who are always on the go.
Hear me out: travel-size perfumes might just be the best part of my fragrance collection. Yes, my large bottles make a chic statement atop a vanity, but they’re not exactly practical for slipping into a bag. Travel perfumes, on the other hand, are compactly designed to go wherever you go—whether that’s hopping on a plane or just commuting to work. The teeny tiny vessels make it easy to refresh your scent mid-day without the need to lug around a full-size bottle
Besides convenience, these petite perfumes are perfect for experimentation. Not ready to fully splurge on a bottle of a luxury fragrance or a niche perfume? Travel sizes let you test the waters, giving you a chance to discover a new scent without the commitment (or expense). They also come in all different forms—from classic mini sprays to solid perfumes that you swipe across your pulse points.
From office touch-ups to weekend getaways, the best travel perfumes bring all the glamour of your full-size favorites, just for a fraction of the size and price. Ahead, the 10 best travel-sized perfumes to carry and spritz whenever you need them.
Pros
- The other Glossier You scents also come in travel sizes
- Smells identical to the full-size version
Cons
- After throwing it in my bag a bunch, the color of the bottle starts to scrape off and turn clear
One Cosmo editor says: "You can't really go wrong with any of Glossier's fragrances, but Fleur is a personal fave. I brought it with me on a press trip with a handful of beauty editors, and everyone kept stopping to ask me what fragrance I was wearing. "Wow?! Glossier?!" They couldn't believe their noses. Not because other Glossier perfumes aren't good, but because this is so unique that they thought it'd be from some niche fragrance house. Of every Glossier perfume, this stands out amongst the rest."—BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITOR
Pros
- Small bottle still easily balances on countertops
- Same longevity as larger size bottle
Cons
- Might be too sweet for some, but luckily every Jo Malone fragrance has the same size options
One Cosmo editor says: "I've been wearing this juicy perfume since college and it still gets me regular compliments. That's thanks to the light fruity and honey notes that linger on your skin throughout the day. This is my secret weapon for when I want to smell good without really trying."—JASMINE HYMAN, ASSISTANT BEAUTY EDITOR
Pros
- Super compact so it can fit in any size bag
- Comes in a bunch of other Dedcool scents
Cons
- The nozzle delivers a concentrated spritz rather than a wide, even mist.
One Cosmo editor says: "I'm currently in a ~ dating ~ era (who is she!!), and I feel a lot more confident on a date or out at a bar or party if I have a travel perfume on me to spritz. I've been going basically everywhere with this bb version of Dedcool Xtra Milk. It pairs really well with essentially every perfume I already own, so it doesn't feel like I'm spritzing on something that feels off with the scent I sprayed on at home beforehand."—BG
Pros
- Comes in all the Good Girl iterations too
- Has five different size options under 3 oz.
Cons
- Heel shape is not the most convenient for luggage
One Cosmo editor says: "Every iteration of Good Girl comes in a travel-friendly size (I personally am a Blush stan), and each scent is available in a variety of different small options. I love that the 1.7 oz version still boasts the iconic heel statue—it stands up beautifully on a vanity, unlike tiny bottles that are tough to balance—but it is a bit harder to pack. Luckily, you can also go for the tiny 0.34 oz bottle to get the iconic scent."—JH
Pros
- Cap spins to unlock, so it's secure and won't spill in your bag
Cons
- Not every Noteworthy scent is available in a travel size
One Cosmo editor says: "I have to shout out how chic Noteworthy's packaging is. The bottle is tiny enough to fit in even my small purses, and I love that it's refillable. I already plan to stash Moonlight Terrace—my other favorite from Noteworthy—in this when I finish my original one."—BG
Pros
- NOYZ also has bag charms to attach the solids onto a keychain
Cons
- Some reviewers say it smells a tiny bit different than the Unmute EDP
One Cosmo editor says: "You can't go wrong with any of the solid perfumes from NOYZ, but Unmute has a little bit of everything—juiciness from the plum note, spice from the cinnamon, musk from the amber, warmth from the sage, and sweetness from the pistachio—all wrapped in a cozy, comforting vanilla base. There’s something sexy and self-assured about the scent, without feeling too put-on or artificial.”—DANIELLE COHEN, CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Pros
- The packaging is so cute
- Comes in three different scents
Cons
- On the pricey side for a solid perfume
One Cosmo editor says: "Unlike most simple travel-size perfumes, this Dior one is a mini luxury accessory in itself thanks to its chic case. It comes in three scent iterations of the cult-favorite fragrances, but I especially love Blooming Bouquet. The balm glides on effortlessly, leaving behind a sweet floral scent that that lasts for hours."—JH
Pros
- You save more than $100 with this discovery set
- Great for gifting
Cons
One Cosmo editor says: "I love a discovery set of perfumes because you get to try out different scents without committing to one full bottle, and INITIO makes some of the most luxurious, long-lasting, and unique fragrances out there. I especially love Power Self (as proven by my completely empty bottle), and the .33 oz lasted me for months thanks to its strength, since you only need one or two spritzes. I kept it in my work bag and it quickly became my go-to scent—I even reached for it over some of my full-size perfumes most days."—JH
Pros
- Since it's an extrait, you only need one or two sprays
Cons
- Some reviewers say the cap is a bit difficult to remove at first
One Cosmo editor says: "Upon first spray, Prada Paradoxe smells like airy, elegant white florals with a luxurious veil of vanilla. Once it settles down, it smells like sugared grapes kissed with creamy vanilla. Prada wasn’t kidding when it called this perfume 'intense.' Just two sprays are enough, and the trial size—perfect for a few spritzes at a time—lasts longer than most."—KIMBERLY GEDEON, CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Pros
- Comes in a chic case
- Perfect to throw into a small clutch or purse
Cons
- Might be too on the sweet side for some people
One Cosmo editor says: "Designer scents that everyone knows aren't generally the scents that get me the most compliments. But Donna Born in Roma is the exception. It's a sweet and floral mix that works well with basically everyone's body chemistry (I've spritzed it on quite a few friends to test this theory). And the scent projects well without cloying or inducing a headache."—BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITOR
Why Trust Cosmopolitan?
Jasmine Hyman is the assistant beauty editor at Cosmopolitan where she covers all things fragrance. As a beauty editor who's constantly on-the-go, she's always traveling with her favorite perfumes. She also tapped other fragrance lovers at Cosmo for their favorite scents to travel with.
Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You’ll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it’s usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals.
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