When it comes to the , overtly and usually tend to get their fair share of attention. But if you tend to steer clear of sweets, spicy perfumes may be more likely to attract your nose. Spicy ingredients can come from different sources, including fruits, flowers and seeds, and they can be , warm, sour or .
There's therefore plenty of variety in this category; everything from pink pepper to nutmeg and ginger to coriander can be considered hero notes in spicy perfumes. For that reason, I've selected my favourite spicy perfume finds for all noses, whether you prefer something fresh and lightweight, or deeply intense and heavy. Expect to see offerings from brands such as , , Jo Malone London and Aesop.
All of Jo Malone London's Cologne Intense elixirs have a certain spice to them, if you ask me. As their name suggests, they are heavier and more intense than the brand's regular offerings, meaning everything is heightened. This beautiful bottle harbours notes of ginger, black cardamom and pink pepper at the top; all of which give it that special, rich spice.
This is more of a soft, fresh spicy perfume, making it perfect for newcomers to this olfactory category. It combines the fruity goodness of blackcurrant syrup with the rose, geranium floral notes, along with pink pepper at the top to give it that certain understated spice. Another lightweight, fresh spicy find with zesty bergamot and green tea, Aesop's newest scent is the perfect buy for fans who want to add a little edge.
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