The , in my opinion, are the sorts that flood you with uplifting rays of sunshine in a single spritz—scents aptly named solar perfumes. Sure, they make for excellent and , given their sun-soaked nature, but truthfully, I wear solar scents all year round. Whether I'm leaning into their clear summer vibes in the warmer months or turning to them as a source of happiness-inducing escapism during cold spells, there are no perfumes out there more emotionally powerful than solar perfumes.
While that boost your mood are no doubt having a moment this year, for me, it's the perfumes dripping in summertime happiness that I find myself reaching for most when I require a pick-me-up. And I want you to truly understand what a momentous thing it is for me to say. As a beauty editor who specialises in all things fragrance, the size of my perfume collection boasts three figures, and there isn't a single scent family I dislike—from and to and creamy , I would struggle to choose a favourite.
But solar perfumes? The positive impact they have on both you as a wearer and those around you is just undeniable. And, having tried essentially every sunny perfume out there, I've got a pretty solid understanding of what makes a great one—something not too sugary or sweet, something radiant that's beaming with joy, something that really melts into the skin and becomes one with the wearer, something that holds up in the heat, something that garners attention and s from those around you, and most import.