Perfumes for women are more than a beauty product and choosing the right one can be tricky with the market filled with an overwhelming number of options. Finding the right fit is analogous to looking for a lost sock in the laundry, it can get overwhelming and difficult. Based on our analysis, seven have made it to the must-try list in 2024.
Disclaimer: This article reflects the writer’s opinion. Do comment with your suggestions to let us know which other items deserve to make the list.
7 top-rated perfumes for women in 2024
We have short-listed 7 perfumes that you can try this year. For reference, we have added a rating based on three crucial factors:
- The potency and how long the perfume lasts on your skin
- Users ratings of the perfume on Amazon and Sephora
- Quality and Affordability
1) Phlur Missing Person
Phlur has caught our attention and if you are looking for a delicate and warm scent, this might be your find. The brand describes the perfume as something personal and promises to evoke a familiar memory. The base notes of this perfume are sandalwood, blonde wood, and white musk.
However, this may not be preferred by users who like stronger smells since it can take some time to get used to the fragrance.
Price: $99 on Amazon and Sephora
Rating: 3.5/5
2) Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa
Sol de Janeiro's fragrance mists are a testament that one doesn't always have to invest in an expensive EDP or EDT. One of the most popular in their mist range is Number 62 Cheirosa. Made of key ingredients like pistachio, salted caramel, and vanilla, the mist attracts serious compliments. This perfume is for anyone looking for a gourmand vanilla scent.
Price: $38 on Sephora
Rating: 4/5
3) J'adore L'Or Eau de Parfum
Just a few months back, Rihanna was revealed as the new face for Dior's J'adore L'Or Eau de Parfum. The singer, actress, and entrepreneur has vouched for the perfume. In a statement to Forbes, Rihanna described the perfume as a scent "known and loved for so long" by women.
J'adore is Dior's tribute to feminity and blends various floral scents. The key ingredients in the perfume are ylang-ylang, damascene rose, and two varieties of jasmine essences.
Price: $177 for 50 ml on Sephora
Rating: 4/5
4) Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau de Parfum
Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau de Parfum is a sultry and edgy fragrance that becomes perfect for evening air. The scent opens with a strong fragrance of coffee, vanilla, and white flowers.
This perfume is also featured on our list of best vanilla-scented perfumes, owing to its versatility. As winters approach, this sweet yet spicy fragrance will help you feel cozy and warm.
Price: $160 at Sephora
Rating: 4/5
5) Cloud by Ariana Grande
Cloud by Ariana Grande delivers much more than cute packaging and bottles. The perfume opens with the alluring scents of bergamot, pear, and lavender blossom making it a crowd-favorite.
While it may seem that the beauty market is easy for celebrities to introduce products to, this is not the case. Users tend to be more critical of the products and Ariana's Cloud went through a similar test. The product has been primarily received positively for its tempting fragrance and aesthetics.
Price: $70 on Amazon
Rating: 4/5
6) Glossier You Eau de Parfum
Glossier has become one of the top-grossing perfumes for women on the list. The perfume has been rated highly on Amazon and Sephora and continues to be Glossier's best-seller.
The You perfume resembles a pheromone perfume since it has a scent-enhancing feature. This means the perfume slowly sinks into the skin to produce a unique fragrance for everyone. Other base notes include pink pepper, ambrette seeds, and iris.
Price: $32 at Sephora and Glossier
Rating: 4.5/5
7) Acqua Di Gioia Giorgio Armani
For the free and light spirit within you, this luxury perfume reminds you of an Italian vacation. As one may imagine, the perfume has a sweet-citrusy fragrance with opening scents of lemon and mint. As the perfume settles in your skin, it matures into a woody and warm scent, making it widely loved among perfumes for women.
Price: $120 at Sephora
Rating: 3.75/5
Perfumes for women have flooded the beauty market and it can be easy to miss on the top-rated ones. While the internet is filled with reviews of scents that have hit the mark, it ultimately comes down to your discretion.