The name says it all. This earthy fragrance from Juliette Has a Gun is an EDP minimalist's dream. It features one note, and one note only: cetalox, a synthetic and hypoallergenic ambergris that gives off the faintest, most elegant warm and woody scent.
Like the last fragrance, this one from Escentric Molecules also consists of a singular note: molecule Iso E. It's meant to enhance your skin's natural scent, perhaps making it the most subtle scent of this roundup. Interestingly, people who use it have said that when they wear it that they can't smell much at all, but that others compliment the fragrance.
Glossier launched You in late 2017 and to date it's their only foray into fragrance. It was a major project for the brand that required three years of hard work, but it ultimately culminated in a highly reviewed, award-winning EDP. Glossier You features a light musky base that changes according to your skin chemistry, so it smells different on everyone (hence the name).
Filter Blur is part of a greater lineup of "fragrance primers" formulated by Maison Margiela, a brand renowned for its inventive, compliment inducing EDPs. The primers are meant to be paired with other fragrances (either from the brand or otherwise) to improve longevity and enhance scent. But... who has to follow the rules? Many are wearing Maison Margiela's filters as standalone scents. Blur gives off a "lived-in sheets, soft skin" scent, and it's our fave of the lineup. If you want something brighter, then try Glow, which features a sunny citrus and neroli scent.
Though it's one of the oldest fragrances out there, Guerlain's Après l'Ondée remains one of the most exquisite, elegant EDPs you can spritz. It's a masterful blend — created by Jacques Guerlain himself — of violet and sweet orange blossom atop a bed of soft powder. The scent is incredibly delicate and light, making it the perfect option for those who don't want to feel weighed down by their perfume.
