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13 Awful-Smelling Fragrances

From Lancome to Avon, these women's perfumes left Total Beauty readers itching, gagging and more

by Jane Chung

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Ever heard of the saying: "Your nose knows?" Whoever invented that phrase hit the nail right on the head. Especially when it comes to perfumes. Many women have found a perfume they absolutely adore -- it can be found both on their dresser and in their purse in a travel size. Likewise, many people have a perfume (and likely more than one) they look at with definite distaste. They flat out refuse to buy it, look at it, or even be around people who wear it.

With that being said, everyone's nose is different. While one woman's nose is sensitive to most scents, another woman's nose knows no bounds. (Try saying that 10 times fast!) So though these fragrances may be the worst-rated according to our readers' opinions, don't let that stop you from trying one of them out. Who knows -- it might turn out to be a match made in nose heaven!

And if your perfume made this list, don't be offended. If you love it, who cares what other people think? We're all for sticking with your faves. But if you're having second thoughts about it, take this perfume personality quiz to find the perfect fragrance for your style. After all, every one should have a signature fragrance -- preferably one that doesn't bother anyone's nose!

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Elizabeth Arden M by Mariah Carey Eau de Parfum Spray

5.5

Lancome Magnifique Eau de Parfum

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Aveda Pure-Fume Essence

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Kenzo FlowerbyKenzo

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Elizabeth Arden White Diamonds Elizabeth Taylor Parfum

5.5

Harajuku Lovers Lil Angel Eau de Toilette Spray

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Avon Timeless Cologne Spray

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Tocca Stella Eau De Parfum

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Gucci by Gucci

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Caswell-Massey Gifts of the Sea Sea Spray Body Mist

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"Gucci by Gucci" from what I can recall, was not particularly satisfying to my nose.

by hiddenexpose Friday, April 12, 2013 at 12:35PM Report as inappropriate

I personally like Flower by Kenzo and Gucci by Gucci - and I have other pet peeves: Insolence by Guerlain (a very particular smell that clung to my skin for days) and Issey Miyake - I love the smell but it gives me headaches

by AstridB Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at 05:58AM Report as inappropriate