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    Splurge vs steal: Scents for every budget

    Updated:5 Feb 2018 11:25 AM | Posted by
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    Whether you’re on the hunt for a luxury fragrance or trying to save some cash, we’ve got you covered. Update your perfume collection with one of these beautiful scents:

    Splurge: Donna Karan Cashmere Mist, 50mL, $116
    This sure is one beautiful scent! The blend of Moroccan jasmine, lily of the valley and bergamot finishes off with sandalwood, amber and musk - and it works.

    Save: The Body Shop Scents Of The World Perfume Oil, 15mL, $17.95
    This alcohol-free perfume oil is spicy and seductive, combining notes of sandalwood, violet leaf, orange blossom and jasmine from India.

    Splurge: Coach Poppy Flower, 100mL, $160
    The chic, feminine fragrance layers fruity and floral notes to create a truly unique base. Wet ivy, citrus, lychee and cassis continue with jasmine, water lily, rose and musky peony before drying to a base of sugared raspberry, amberwood, musk, apricot and sandalwood.

    Save: Essence Beach Cruisers, 100mL, $5.35
    Transport yourself to paradise with this fruity spray that refreshes and invigorates the body.

    Splurge: Aramis Gentleman, 110mL, $105
    Want to know how to make your man smell irresistible? This light, contemporary fragrance combines the rich warmth of woods and exotic spices, laksa leaves, black pepper and ginger with a heart that fuses saffron, oregano and cedarwood.

    Save: LYNX Dark Temptation Daily Fragrance, 100g, $5.99
    The oriental undertones in this beauty are incredibly intoxicating, and it’s no wonder why - the scent is inspired by chocolate.

    Splurge: Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Brights, 50mL, $55
    Throw back to your younger days with notes of juniper berry and grapefruit, rose and musk. It’s your long-awaited island getaway in a bottle.

    Save: Natio For Men Maximum Eau De Toilette, 50mL, $19.95
    The mixture of lemon, olive flower, earthy guaiac wood and tonka bean make for one memorable scent.

    Splurge: Essenze by Ermenegildo Zegna, 125mL, $250
    If you’re a fan of earthy aromas, you’ve got to spritz this. With bergamot oil, neroli, rosemary and vetiver, it’s every nature lover’s dream.

    Save: Lush Gorilla Hellstone Perfume, 7g, $25
    When I sniff this, I think of freshly turned earth. The main note is vetiver, but that doesn’t stop the warm undertone of beeswax from filtering through.

    Are you a saver or spender when it comes to perfume? Have you tried any of these fragrances before?

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    157 Member Comments

    Emma Ocean 2 Aug 2017 7:45 PM

    It's a shame most of these are geared towards men's fragrances.

    CaitMay 9 Jul 2017 10:45 AM

    I do a little more splurging with fragrances than I do with other beauty products, but still within reason. Most of my fragrances I receive as gifts anyway. But there's a few, juicy couture and Burberry for instance, I am willing to repurchase over and over.

    Jerilee Brown 7 Jul 2017 1:13 PM

    STEAL.. Sorry I'm a perfume whore.. I LOVE a huge selection and then I can chop and change every day. If I spent all my money on a SPLURGE... I would only have one :( boo hoo. A splurge is something my hubby can buy me.

    Iranga D 1 Jul 2017 6:00 PM

    My son and husband use LYNX it's affordable and lovely smell too.

    Aubrey-chan 31 May 2017 3:24 AM

    I would gladly splurge!!!!! HEhehehe

    jlsta 4 May 2017 11:40 PM

    another awesome article BH!

    Tatoulla 26 Apr 2017 1:37 PM

    Great article! I do prefer to Splurge on perfumes as the quality is much better but it is good to know which perfumes are value for money. I like to have a variety of perfumes to choose from depending on what mood I am in. Also good to know what each scent smells like, especially when trying to choose a gift for someone.

    Tatoulla 26 Apr 2017 1:32 PM

    Great article! I do prefer to Splurge on perfumes as the quality is much better but it is good to know which perfumes are value for money. I like to have a variety of perfumes to choose from depending on what mood I am in. Also good to know what each scent smells like, especially when trying to choose a gift for someone.

    yasminh 24 Apr 2017 10:42 PM

    love this article great

    neha.gamine 3 Apr 2017 1:31 PM

    I love Neema'h Laya, YSL Opium and Coco Chanel, not sure if there are any steals for those which last as long as they do. Would love to know

    Sassy Cassy 28 Mar 2017 4:43 PM

    I will have to check out the Body Shop perfume, that looks like it is a winner for me.

    skincare junkie 26 Mar 2017 5:40 PM

    Cheap perfumes I find, have no staying power. It's not worth the get the steal versions

    Teegy25 8 Mar 2017 9:03 PM

    Perfume is probably the best asset to a woman, a signature is hard to find. great article

    jodieleigh 22 Feb 2017 12:15 AM

    I'm a thrifty splurger - chemist warehouse for me!

    Shop A Everyday 20 Feb 2017 12:48 AM

    Impulse is nice too for every day, but the lovely ones for going out

    AP1992 18 Feb 2017 11:24 AM

    the cheaper ones might smell just as good but they just dont last like the other ones!!

    Sootyhere 21 Jun 2018 12:00 PM

    That's something I wasn't factoring in. But so much dearer. With the cheaper ones I can afford to reapply during the day.

    pradagal90 2 Dec 2016 4:08 PM

    Fantastic article. With Christmas coming up, this is perfect for some bargain shopping and still have quality.

    Peta908 25 Nov 2016 4:04 PM

    Interesting, love the fact you matched the cheap version - and good old Lynx even made an appearance!

    athenarogers 23 Nov 2016 9:54 PM

    Sometimes I buy fragrances just based on the packaging.. some of the nicest smelling fragrances are the cheapest ones!

    Shop A Everyday 20 Nov 2016 8:59 PM

    Even Impulse have lovely scents for everyday use

    Ellie585 18 Nov 2016 7:15 PM

    For me it's important that it lasts long, or else it's not even worth spending money on!

    Kittymeow84 15 Nov 2016 6:49 PM

    I am a big fan of the blind buy. Yep its crazy but I have had good success so far. My collection has grown significantly in the last few years. I love to find a bargain - older scents that people have forgotten. And also LOVE niche brands which are definitely on the costlier end of the scale.

    Shop A Everyday 14 Nov 2016 12:39 AM

    It's good to have some of each, it makes you appreciate the good ones

    Sootyhere 21 Jun 2018 12:00 PM

    If you can afford it then that is the perfect way to go.

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