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Can anyone suggest a clean smelling fresh light perfume?

97 replies

Penguinsmum · 28/07/2023 05:35

Hello! I am looking for a perfume for everyday use - I would really like something not too strong or not too 'evening' but instead light fresh and clean smelling. If anyone has any recommendations please tell me! Thanks 🙂

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WhenIWasAFieldMyself · 28/07/2023 23:14

Anything with iris notes is soapy clean.
Prada Infusions d'Iris is my go to "clean" perfume.
Lots of citrus based summer perfumes are by definition "light" but "clean" = soapy iris for me.

Grapewrath · 28/07/2023 23:44

Ck one
Happy by clinique
Light Blue by D&G

CallieQ · 29/07/2023 00:22

Miss Dior
Blooming bouquets

Ohyousillydivvy · 29/07/2023 03:59

Tom Ford Grey Vetiver

Penguinsmum · 29/07/2023 03:59

So many Lovely perfumes to try! Thanks everyone!

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Plump82 · 29/07/2023 04:04

Vers Wang Green Tea and Pear Blossom. Super cheap but smells gorgeous, fresh, summery, light. I love it.

whoactuallyreallycares · 29/07/2023 04:05

Maison Margiela Replica perfumes are lovely and have a few clean smelling scents in particular Bubble Bath - it’s really nice and fresh.

CurlewKate · 29/07/2023 04:12

White Linen - Estée Lauder

tootsierubs · 29/07/2023 11:10

Jasper Conran Woman is lovely. Light and citrusy

Cantwaitforsummertime · 29/07/2023 11:12

The Clarins blue perfume - Eau something and Giorgio Armani Elle. I love both of them.

TwilightSkies · 29/07/2023 11:20

Another vote for Chance Fraiche, it instantly lifts my mood. Chance Tendre is beautiful too, but is more floral than citrus

SingaporeSlinky · 30/07/2023 10:16

Philosophy - Pure Grace is very light and clean. You can’t over spray.

ILoveToads · 31/07/2023 10:21

@Cocktopus
My Arabian Opulence arrives this morning, I love it! You were right about the smell changing after warming on the skin. Thanks for the recommendation.

Cocktopus · 31/07/2023 10:25

ILoveToads · 31/07/2023 10:21

@Cocktopus
My Arabian Opulence arrives this morning, I love it! You were right about the smell changing after warming on the skin. Thanks for the recommendation.

Ah I'm so glad! If you're anything like me you'll have had at least three strangers asking what perfume you're wearing by the end of the week 😂

Ultravox · 31/07/2023 10:35

Clarins Eau De Jardins. So fresh and light.

El13 · 31/07/2023 10:52

Wonder-rose Zara

Gridhopper · 31/07/2023 13:42

@Cocktopus my ‘baby powder’ delivery arrived too (great service!). I can totally see how getting a waft of this on the street would be absolutely delicious but I’m not sure I can handle wearing it. There seems to be an ingredient in certain scents (mainly candles) that sets me off with a kind of nauseous headache and this this might be one - delicate flower that I am 😆

If anyone would like it dm me and I’ll put it in the post!

Cocktopus · 31/07/2023 14:46

Gridhopper · 31/07/2023 13:42

@Cocktopus my ‘baby powder’ delivery arrived too (great service!). I can totally see how getting a waft of this on the street would be absolutely delicious but I’m not sure I can handle wearing it. There seems to be an ingredient in certain scents (mainly candles) that sets me off with a kind of nauseous headache and this this might be one - delicate flower that I am 😆

If anyone would like it dm me and I’ll put it in the post!

Oh no! It does settle after a while but I know what you mean, there are perfumes I can't wear for the same reason. A note that has exactly the same effect on me.

Sorry to recommend a dud, at least it was an inexpensive one!

Gridhopper · 31/07/2023 14:51

Haha not at all - bought at my own risk! And hopefully I’ll be able to pass it on. Did have to have a second shower (it’s very tenacious which is great if you love it!) and a lie down so lucky I’m off work today!

TwilightSkies · 31/07/2023 20:15

I’ve ordered a bottle…..I shall report back when it arrives.

GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 01/08/2023 17:19

Gridhopper · 31/07/2023 13:42

@Cocktopus my ‘baby powder’ delivery arrived too (great service!). I can totally see how getting a waft of this on the street would be absolutely delicious but I’m not sure I can handle wearing it. There seems to be an ingredient in certain scents (mainly candles) that sets me off with a kind of nauseous headache and this this might be one - delicate flower that I am 😆

If anyone would like it dm me and I’ll put it in the post!

Mine has just arrived, I thought I'd try it as a cheap scent to sling in my bag when I go on holiday next week - and I hate it. Just smells really artificial to me, like an air freshener.

Anyone who wants it can DM me, otherwise it's going in the charity shop bag!

jays · 01/08/2023 17:25

Glossier YOU fits the bill, it’s lovely!

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