Perfume indecision haunts me every single morning, as each glass bottle on my vanity captures a piece of my personality. When BeautyTok introduced the concept of perfume layering, I was immediately intrigued. Why settle for just one scent when I can wear several? Perfume layering is more than just a fad—it’s a practical way to create a unique fragrance that evolves with your collection. By adding body butters, additional fragrances, or perfume oils, you can push and pull scent stories in different directions to curate a personalized scent that sets you apart.
To help you get started with perfume layering, we’ve curated some starter packs for different scent profiles. From ethereal florals to alluring woody spices, your scent game is about to get a whole lot more captivating. Floral scents like Dolce & Gabbana’s Devotion and Armani Beauty’s My Way Perfume provide warm, sweet notes with citrus undertones. For a bold floral scent with a juicy kick, look for pear-infused fragrances like By Rosie Jane’s Leila Lou or Bond 9 New York Flowers to add an extra punch to your fragrance.
When it comes to clean citrus scents, layering can be tricky but rewarding. Start with scents like Yves Saint Laurent Libre L’eau Nue for a citrusy floral blend or Tom Ford’s Neroli Perfume for a sharp lemon burst. Layering with fragrances like Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue Toilette or Nest New York’s Seville Orange Perfume Oil can help emphasize different citrus notes and create a more complex scent profile that lingers throughout the day.
Gourmand scents offer a decadent and feminine vibe, with sweet notes like caramel and vanilla. Sol De Janiero’s Cheirosa 71 and Brown Girl Jane’s Casino are popular options for those looking for a sweet, yet strong fragrance. For added depth, consider layering with fragrances like Kayali’s Vanilla 28 or Kilian’s Angel’s Share to create a unique, indulgent scent experience. Spicy fragrances like Lush’s Lust or Mugler’s Alien offer bold, intense scents that can be balanced with woody base notes like Phlur’s Vanilla Smoke or Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Baccarat Rouge 540.
When it comes to layering perfume, it’s important to prep your skin properly to ensure longevity and projection of the scent. Exfoliating and hydrating your skin before applying perfume can help the fragrance adhere better and last longer throughout the day. Experiment with different scent combinations by starting with a scented body butter, then adding layers of different fragrances and oils to create a personalized scent profile. Think of fragrance layering like cooking—adjust the scent based on your favorite notes to create a fragrance that is uniquely you.
