Salty Fragrances Are Sublime, and These 10 Are "I Can't Even Handle It" Good

As the name might suggest, this fragrance depicts salty skin at the beach. You know the feeling of frothy waves washing over your toes on a sunny day? This is that in a bottle. 

Pros: Subtle and long-lasting

Cons: Some say the floral notes are too noticeable

Key notes: Ylang-ylang, Tahitian tiare, ambergris

Size: 1.7 oz

Customer review: "This is my favorite perfume I've ever tried. Most perfume doesn't last very long on me, but I can smell this hours after applying. It is such a unique scent, it's really difficult to describe but that's part of what I love about it. It's not overtly masculine or feminine, it just smells clean and like the ocean. I love it, highly recommend."

This might be the antithesis of a warm, tropical day at the beach—instead, picture brisk, seaside air sweeping through cliffs. Herbal, earthy, and woodsy notes render this fragrance an electric, invigorating breath of fresh air. 

Pros: Fresh and long-lasting

Cons: Some say it's a bit bitter

Key notes: Ambrette seeds, sea salt, sage

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "I was on the hunt for a summer 'clean girl' perfume, and this is perfect! So clean, fresh, and bright. I sprayed it on my wrists and neck around 10 a.m. and was still smelling it on me at 6 p.m."

While it's floral on the nose, this fragrance weaves in salty notes by way of salted vanilla. It's like eating a macaron in a blossoming garden. 

Pros: Floral undertones are subtle

Cons: Not long-lasting

Key notes: Isparta, centifolia roses, white jasmine, bergamot, salted vanilla

Size: 1.7 oz

Customer review: "The description they give for this perfume is an exact fit! It's like laying on a beach with flowers in your hair! You can even smell the salt spray. Incredible! This is definitely a vacation scent."

If you were able to smell underwater, this is what plunging into the ocean would smell like. You'll get the perfect mix of citrus and earthy notes while still maintaining that ocean-side scent. The brand describes this fragrances as a "vibrant declaration to the Hôtel du Cap Eden-Roc," a hotel located in South of France that Christian Dior loved.

Pros: Evolves with time

Cons: Expensive for the size

Key notes: Sea salt, citrus, minerals, jasmine, mastic, pine tree, labdanum

Size: 1.7 oz

Customer review: "This is definitely a scent that some would say leans feminine, but that does not stop me from rocking this fragrance, especially in the summertime! When applied, it does not open up as a powerhouse scent, but as it dries down, it becomes more intoxicating, without ever becoming overwhelming." 

This is one of those fragrances that you can't quite put your finger on in the best way possible. It's like a vibrant beachside picnic that you don't want to end. You'll experience key notes like lime, eucalyptus, coconut wood, and sandalwood, among others.

Pros: Uplifting and vibrant

Cons: Not very long-lasting

Key notes: Lime, eucalyptus, mandarin, yuzu, sea salt, cashmere musk, violet, coconut wood, sandalwood

Size: 1.7 oz

Customer review: "I adore this scent I have nothing in my collection that smells like it. This scent is fresh and uplifting. It reminds me of sitting in the beach drinking a fresh coconut and feeling the salty breeze on my skin. "

This scent captures the essence of placid water at dawn. It's refreshing and airy, making it the perfect subtle scent. This is more unisex, but the notes of driftwood, sea salt, and seaweed make it lean more masculine.

Pros: Long-lasting and warm

Cons: Some say the scent is too masculine

Key notes: Driftwood, sea salt, seaweed

Size: 1.7 oz

Customer review: "I am absolutely in love this this perfume. It’s perfect for spring and summer. It makes me think of the beach! Absolutely beautiful. Definitely recommend!"

The ideal end to every long beach day is a sunset walk along the shore. This fragrance captures that perfectly, evoking the feeling of dusty golden rays bouncing off the water. It has a clean essence thanks to the mix of bergamot, heliotrope, and coconut milk.

Pros: Subtle and fresh

Cons: May need to reapply throughout the day

Key notes: Bergamot, heliotrope, coconut milk

Size: 1 oz

Customer review: "This is one of my favorite scents from this brand. It’s clean and fresh. It definitely reminds me of the beach. It's a soft scent and not overwhelming."

This unique scent is bright, fresh, and airy. It's like lying down in a tuberose field and looking up at the sky—the perfect mix of floral and citrus. It'll last all day long without it being overpowering.

Pros: A good-sized bottle given the price

Cons: Some say the floral notes make it smell too mature

Key notes: Tuberose, orange blossom, jasmine, marine accord

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "Lovely perfume, I have several favorites on rotation, this being one of them. It has a fresh feminine fragrance with good staying power, which manages not to be overpowering."

When I smell this fragrance, I picture cobalt-blue water, sun-bleached sails, and a cloud-free sky. It's the fragrance equivalent of dipping your head underwater to cool down. Plus, it's a top pick for unisex fragrances amongst many users.

Pros: Unisex

Cons: Small bottle for the price

Key notes: Aquatic accord, coriander, red seaweed essence

Size: 1 oz

Customer review: "This is by far my favorite perfume. It smells so fresh and clean. I love how it’s not too feminine or masculine but a lovely somewhere in between. I saved up and got the 100ml bottle and have zero regrets!"

If there were a perfume for mermaids, I think it'd be this one. It almost smells like if you put a garden underwater. It's slightly feminine due to the mix of ingredients like salty accord, magnolia, and heliotrope.

Pros: Budget-friendly and lightweight

Cons: Not as unisex as advertised, more feminine-leaning

Key notes: Salty accord, magnolia, Filo di Seta exclusive accord, heliotrope

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "I received a sample, and this is great! It's lightweight, but not plain. It's definitely suitable for summer—fresh with a subtle floral motif."