Choosing a perfume is hard.
Designer fragrances often don’t justify their steep price tags with unique, memorable scents, but inexpensive body sprays don’t have the staying power to make drowning yourself in endless spritzes worth it.
In comes celebrity perfume.
Once the backbone of the perfume industry, these affordable scents aren’t too popular anymore. (There’s a great article in Cosmo that explains how social media has replaced the need for celebs to connect to their fans through scents, which partially explains their decline.)
But you’d be surprised to find that some of your favorite stars are still releasing signature scents and that you can still get celebrity fragrances that have been on the shelves for decades.
From Lady Gaga’s Fame, which shoppers were actually scared to wear when she announced it was made with her own blood (it wasn’t), to Britney Spears’ fragrance empire (24 scents and counting), there are a lot of celebrity fragrances still out there.
So I took a trip to my local fragrance outlet and searched deep through Amazon reviews to try and find the absolute best celebrity perfumes.
Here’s what I came up with.
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Absolute Best Celebrity Perfumes
1. Glow – Jennifer Lopez
J-Lo’s Glow has a lot of variations. My personal favorite is the aquatic and fresh “Blue Glow” which made me want to get dressed up for a night out with the girls and dance my troubles away. The scent came out in 2002, the same year J-Lo released “Jenny From the Block.”
Glow inspired other celebs to get on the fragrance train. It’s definitely a throwback — which shows in some of the packagings — but surprisingly, the scent still holds up! Its sexy, post-shower clean smell has wide appeal.
Many celeb scents are gimmicky, and we can tell they were never sprayed within a five-mile distance of their ambassadors. But J-Lo has since founded a multi-million dollar lifestyle brand, and her perfumes (of which there are 26 total) are things she takes pride in. Glow is a white floral scent with citrus notes and a musk base, and its tagline, “fresh, sexy, clean,” just about says it all.
2. That Moment – One Direction
This may be hard to come by since One Direction has been broken up for a while, so when you find it, stock up! Despite their young fan base, this scent is a great teen and twenty-something perfume.
Described as a sweet citrus scent with notes of pink grapefruit, jasmine, violet, and a woody musk base, it’s surprisingly sophisticated. I was gifted this years back by a die-hard direction in my life and loved it. People were always surprised when I told them it was One Direction.
That Moment is a casual scent that’s appropriately sultry and not too cutesy. The employee at the perfume store I visited says it’s one of her most frequently sold items. The bottle is pretty, though the box is dated (Zayn is still on the cover), and the scent itself smells expensive and interesting.
If the boys ever decide to get back together again, I hope they will make more fragrances! Perhaps a tropical one called Hiatus or a sexy and floral Harry Styles’ Solo Album Is The Best Thing To Happen To Music In Years?
3. Paris Hilton – Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton’s self-titled debut perfume has been adorning the shelves of department stores since 2005. The box this perfume comes in takes you right back to the fashionably-questionable early 2000s.
Sophisticated and elegant, it is not, though the bottle itself is alright. With top notes of apple and peach, and a core of mimosa, freesia, and jasmine, which dries down to sandalwood and musk, this light and fruity fragrance will remind you of the 2000s for sure.
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Remember freshman year of high school when you layered on too many Bath and Body Works body sprays to create the perfect blend of everything and hoped it stayed on past the second period?
This perfume is like an actually balanced version of that, plus your classmates won’t hate you. Reviews of Paris Hilton applaud its long-lasting effect and how many compliments people receive when they wear it. That’s hot.
4. Moonlight – Ariana Grande
Sweet perfumes are notoriously hit-or-miss. Lean too far into fruity notes you end up with a sickeningly sweet scent that’s hard to shake. Ariana Grande is one of a few stars still releasing perfumes, and she’s nailing it with this perfectly sweet scent.
Opening with juicy plum and black currant, the scent’s core is marshmallow and peony but dries down to sensual vanilla and musk. It’s not overpowering, leaving behind deep notes rather than those aggressively artificial candyish ones many sweet fragrances carry.
Moonlight is definitely a fruity/floral perfume, but it doesn’t come across as too juvenile. “Dangerous Woman”-approved, it’s the kind of year-round fragrance worth having in your collection that can take you from school day to night out or formal event. The adorable bottle has Ariana’s cute-meets-sexy style, and that’s the exact vibe this scent has going on.
5. Curious – Britney Spears
There are only two types of people in the world — the ones that like Curious and the others who are wrong. Britney’s first-ever perfume has been on the market for over 14 years and sold more than 500 million bottles. You can catch a glimpse of the iconic bottle in the “Circus” music video.
Curious smells how listening to your favorite Britney song feels, almost as if the opening riff from “Toxic” had a scent. I’ve been obsessed with this fragrance since Santa gifted my older sister a luxurious bottle back in the day, and I was super jealous.
This is THE definitive celebrity perfume. The white floral fragrance opens with notes like magnolia, pear, and lotus, then dries down to a base of vanilla musk and sandalwood.
Curious makes an amazing all-day-long fragrance because it actually lasts and has a unique blend of notes. It’s sophisticated without losing its aquatic and flirty top notes and sensual without being a strictly-going-out kind of scent. Its long-standing popularity proves just how spectacular this one is.
6. Still – Jennifer Lopez
Still is a soft and romantic fragrance that’s perfect for date night. It has notes of sake, mandarin, and vanilla, which blend together to create a warm and sensual scent.
7. Heat — Beyoncé
Beyoncé’s Heat is a bold and sensual fragrance that’s perfect for a night out. It has notes of orchids, magnolia, and peaches, which blend together to create a warm and tropical scent.
8. Wonderstruck — Taylor Swift
Wonderstruck is a sweet and fruity perfume that’s perfect for younger women. It has notes of raspberry, vanilla, and peach, which create a fun and playful scent.
9. White Diamonds — Elizabeth Taylor
White Diamonds is a classic celebrity perfume that’s been around since 1991. It has a sophisticated and timeless scent that’s perfect for special occasions. With notes of lily, rose, and amber, it’s a truly elegant fragrance.
10. Fantasy — Britney Spears
Fantasy is a playful and seductive fragrance that’s perfect for a night out. It has notes of kiwi, jasmine, and musk, which blend together to create a sweet and sexy scent.
11. Lovely — Sarah Jessica Parker
Lovely is a classic fragrance that’s been popular since its release in 2005. It has notes of lavender, apple martini, and amber, which create a sophisticated and feminine scent.
12. Fancy — Jessica Simpson
Fancy is a sweet and fruity fragrance that’s perfect for younger women. It has notes of pear, apricot, and caramel, which blend together to create a fun and playful scent.
13. Unforgivable — Sean John
Unforgivable is a masculine fragrance that’s perfect for a night out. It has notes of bergamot, basil, and amber, which create a bold and seductive scent.
14. Purr — Katy Perry
Purr is a playful and whimsical fragrance that’s perfect for fans of Katy Perry. It has notes of peach, jasmine, and coconut, which create a fun and flirty scent.
15. Kate — Kate Moss
This fragrance is a classic and timeless scent that’s perfect for any occasion. It has notes of orange blossom, pink pepper, and lily of the valley, which create a fresh and floral scent. The fragrance is both light and sophisticated, making it perfect for those who like a subtle and elegant scent.
16. The Key — Justin Bieber
The Key is a fresh and clean fragrance that’s perfect for younger men. It has notes of mandarin, pear, and vanilla, which create a light and refreshing scent.
17. Girlfriend Eau De Parfum Spray — Justin Bieber
This fragrance is a sweet and playful scent that’s perfect for young adults. It has notes of mandarin, blackberry, and vanilla orchid, which create a fresh and fruity scent. The fragrance is both light and fun, making it perfect for those who like a sweet and playful scent.
18. Killer Queen — Katy Perry
Killer Queen is a powerful and bold fragrance that’s perfect for fans of Katy Perry. It has notes of wild berries, jasmine, and patchouli, which create a strong and confident scent.
19. Truth or Dare — Madonna
Truth or Dare is a classic and elegant fragrance that’s perfect for special occasions. It has notes of gardenia, tuberose, and neroli, which create a sophisticated and timeless scent.
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20. Fenty Eau de Parfum — Rihanna
This fragrance was launched in 2020 and has quickly become one of the most popular celebrity perfumes. It has a unique scent that’s both floral and musky, with notes of magnolia, musk, and tangerine. The fragrance is both fresh and warm, making it perfect for everyday wear.
21. Can Can Eau de Parfum Spray — Paris Hilton
Can Can is a playful and flirty fragrance that’s perfect for young women. It has notes of clementine, jasmine, and amber, which create a sweet and feminine scent. The fragrance is light and fresh, making it perfect for summer.
22. Kim Kardashian Eau de Parfum Spray
This fragrance is a seductive and glamorous scent that’s perfect for a night out. It has notes of jasmine, tuberose, and gardenia, which create a bold and sensual scent. The fragrance is both floral and musky, making it perfect for those who like a strong and confident scent.
23. Billie Eilish Eilish Eau de Parfum at Ulta
This fragrance was launched in 2021 and has quickly become a favorite among fans of Billie Eilish. It has a unique scent that’s both floral and fruity, with notes of vanilla, caramel, and bergamot. The fragrance is sweet and warm, making it perfect for those who like a cozy and comforting scent.
24. Cloud — Ariana Grande
Cloud is a cult favorite celebrity fragrance known for its sweet, sugary scent. With notes of lavender blossom, juicy pear, bergamot, crème de coconut, indulgent praline, vanilla orchid, musks, and creamy blonde woods, this perfume will have everyone asking you what you’re wearing.
25. Legend — Michael Jordan
Legend is a classic and masculine fragrance that’s perfect for any occasion. It has notes of lavender, sandalwood, and musk, which create a fresh and earthy scent. The fragrance is both fresh and spicy, making it perfect for those who like a strong and confident scent.
26. Adam Levine — Adam Levin
This fragrance is a modern and seductive scent that’s perfect for a night out. It has notes of mandarin, grapefruit, and sandalwood, which create a fresh and woody scent. The fragrance is both fresh and warm, making it perfect for those who like a bold and masculine scent.
27. Pink Friday — Nicki Minaj
This fragrance is a playful and feminine scent that’s perfect for young women. It has notes of pear, jasmine, and vanilla, which create a sweet and fruity scent. The fragrance is light and fresh, making it perfect for everyday wear.
28. Eau De Parfum Natural Spray — Selena Gomez
This fragrance is a fresh and sophisticated scent that’s perfect for any occasion. It has notes of raspberry, vanilla, and peach, which create a sweet and fruity scent. The fragrance is both light and warm, making it perfect for those who like a subtle and feminine scent.
29. Sweet Like Candy — Ariana Grande
This fragrance is a sweet and seductive scent that’s perfect for a night out. It has notes of blackberry, marshmallow, and vanilla, which create a sweet and fruity scent. The fragrance is both fresh and warm, making it perfect for those who like a bold and feminine scent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are celebrity perfumes just as good as designer fragrances?
Celebrity perfumes can be just as good as designer fragrances. It really depends on the quality of the ingredients and the expertise of the perfumer behind the fragrance.
What are some tips for choosing the best celebrity perfume?
Tips for choosing the best celebrity perfume include reading reviews, considering your personal preferences, and exploring scents that match your style or mood.
Are celebrity perfumes affordable, or are they typically more expensive than other fragrances?
The affordability of celebrity perfumes can vary depending on the brand and the ingredients used. Some celebrity fragrances can be affordable, while others can be more expensive.
How can I make my celebrity perfume last longer throughout the day?
To make your celebrity perfume last longer throughout the day, try applying it to pulse points like your wrists, neck, and behind your ears. You can also layer it with a matching scented lotion or body wash.
Do you have a favorite celebrity scent?
Maybe you’re a fan of Rihanna’s extensive collection or Kim Kardashian’s. Let us know in the comments!
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