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Love the smell of fresh grass after it rains? This latest fragrance trend is going to be right up your street.
While we don’t love getting caught in it, there’s something alluring about the scent of the air just after it’s rained. Whether you’re in a bustling city with wet pavements or walking on dewy countryside grass, there’s no denying a little drizzle has a signature scent: earthy, fresh and calming. There’s a reason romcoms are filled with scenes of star-crossed lovers caught in downpours.
The good news is that there’s a new fragrance trend of rain-inspired perfumes that replicate and bottle that aroma, just without you having to deal with any post-shower frizz. These aquatic notes evoke the same freshness that makes them so subtle, yet appealing.
These rain-inspired scents are comforting and mimic many different climates. From the heart of a forest to a humid rainstorm on a tropical beach, there’s a perfume for you.
Uni Water Based Perfume in Rain
This alcohol-free scent is packed with botanicals and notes of rain, lilac, oakmoss and even pollen, creating a long-lasting, water-inspired aroma. It’s earthy, clean, and fresh; if you’re a fan of a unisex scent, you’ll love it.
Maison Margiela Replica When The Rain Stops Eau de Toilette
Dewy florals, aquatic accord and woody pine needle oil make for a vibrant breath of fresh air. Imagine the sun coming out and the clouds parting after a rainstorm, bottled.
Bamford Woodland Moss Eau De Parfum
Mimicking the scent of walking through the forest during a rainstorm, this combines bergamot, herby sage and sandalwood for the ultimate woody fragrance. It’s the ultimate scent escape.
Le Labo Baie 19 Eau de Parfum
If you’re after something fresh with a hint of smokiness, this is the rain-inspired number for you. Lush green leaves, sharp juniper berry and woody ambrox all aim to mimic petrichor (the term used to describe the earthy scent when rain falls on rocks and soil).
DS & Durga Steamed Rainbow Eau de Parfum
This unique concoction features innovative notes such as uplifting red mandarin, yellow elemi resin, blue almond flower and indigo grass to recreate the smell of rain on a hot day. It’s humid, sunny days in scent form.
Loewe Crafted Collection Smoky Rain Eau de Parfum
Inspired by a summer rainstorm, this amber, incense, pink pepper blend perfectly balances warmth and freshness for a smoky take on a traditional skin scent.
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