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8 best spring perfumes that will last all day and get you the most compliments - starting at £10
A spritz a day keeps the rain away
A change of season calls for a change of scent. Out with the heavy, musky, deep scents that pair so well with the colder months, and in with the fresh, powdery scents that sing spring! Flowers are in bloom, so it’s only right you should twin with Mother Nature and spritz something bright and leafy to get you in the mood for those lighter days (once it finally stops raining).
Yes, yes, we know it’s not groundbreaking stuff (florals in spring - Miranda Preistly would be aghast), but it would be rude not to indulge in a few rose-scented fragrances. And with so many on the market, it can be hard to know which bottles really deserve your hard-earned cash.
Fear not, the Cosmo beauty team have smelt their way through *many* a fragrance (too many to be normal) and have curated the perfect list of spring scents that will leave you smelling as fresh and sweet as the budding flowers around you.
Key notes: Pear accord, bergamont essence, blackcurrant accord
I mean, come on, the name says it all! If you're looking for a spring scent, this Replica one is a failsafe. The fruity notes of pear and blackcurrant, paired with the richer bergamot layers, will have you suddenly craving a walk around the park to watch the flowers bloom.
Customer review: "I love this perfume, love how it makes me feel. True spring in thebottle, sweet, fresh just like a garden which is getting alive."
Key notes: Red berries accord
Lancôme's newest release may have only just hit the shelves but it’s already earned its spot in our spring faves. The bold scent is fruity yet floral, balancing tangy peach with sensual rose notes. Its long-lasting power also makes it an ideal choice for the lengthening days.
Customer review: “I just bought this recently and I am obsessed. It is soo good and smells like spring and summer. Beautifully floral and fruity - without being too much! Perfection.”
Key notes: Rose, blackcurrant, osmanthus
A fragrance that manages to toe the line between delicate yet provocative and break the age-old grandma connotations typically associated with rose fragrances. Pair with their Vanilla Skin body mist to create your signature scent.
Customer review: "Rose Whip smells like a fresh, creamy rose with a hint of sweetness -feminine but not too powdery or old-fashioned. On me, it lasts around 4 to 5 hours before fading into a soft skin scent. It’s delicate, comforting, and really easy to wear day to day."
Key notes: Vanilla milk musk
Combining vanilla, coconut, and cashmere, this scent is one of the most unique spring fragrances on this list. The coconut isn't too overpowering, and its woody base elevates the scent, making it an expensive and tasteful delight.
Customer review: "This is exactly what I wanted it to be. A fresh coconut being cracked open on the beach with the shell on. Airy, dry, slightly woody/coconut with an earthy hint from the shell. A photorealistic, natural, beautifully blended skin scent. LOVE IT!"
Key notes: Cocoa, tonka bean
Body mists are a great option for on-the-go top-ups, and this scent from OUAI is like a holiday in a bottle. A few spritzes of this will transport you to a remote beach, far from the dreary UK we're really, very sick of!
Customer review: "I rarely write reviews, but Ibiza is just that amazing. I’m hoping they come out with the extended version of the line. . Body butter, body oil, body wash, EVERYTHING!"
Key notes: Vanilla, sandalwood
M&S have some of the best value-for-money fragrances on the market. This vanilla and sandalwood eau de toilette is fresh and flowery - an ideal spring scent that won't break the bank.
Customer review: "I bought this perfume as it reminds me of Daisy but at a fraction of the cost. The perfume lasts for ages and I always get compliments when I wear it."
Key notes: Banana blossom accord
Is there any flower more synonymous with spring than a daisy? This fresh scent is a take on the Marc Jacobs classic, bringing jasmine, vetiver, and banana blossom together in a fragrant ode to the great outdoors.
Customer review: "If you love a sweet, floral, soft scent, this is it. I loved the original Daisy but I'm pretty sure Marc Jacobs figured out how to bottle pure daisy. I often get lots of compliments on this as a daily wear during the spring. It lasts pretty well on the skin & clothes, and projects well within close proximity."
Key notes: Mineral salt accord, osmanthus, ylang ylang
The Glossier You fragrances are cult for a reason. The OG skin-scent is a compliment magnet and the Fleur version is no exception. The airy and luminous floral blend elevates your natural scent for a light and unique finishing touch.
Customer review: "I love this scent! I tell myself to save it for special occasions then end up wearing it almost daily!"
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