Sweet, floral or woody? How to choose your perfect new perfume from a new collection at Boots
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Choosing a new perfume can be surprisingly difficult, especially when every bottle promises something different. Here’s how to narrow down your options, with five affordable scents to consider from Boots.
Finding a new perfume sounds simple until you're looking at what feels like endless different bottles, trying to work out which one actually suits you.
Do you go for something fresh and floral, reach for a sweet vanilla scent or take a chance on something deeper and woody?
Fragrance is incredibly personal, but understanding the notes you already enjoy can make choosing a new scent much easier.
And if you're looking to experiment without spending a fortune, a new collection at Boots offers five different options for just £14.99 each.
Jawhara is an Arabian-inspired fragrance brand bringing five Eau de Parfums to Boots, with the collection spanning everything from smoky oud and warm amber to creamy vanilla and elegant florals.
Here's how to work out which Jawhara fragrance could suit your scent style
If you love warm, woody fragrances
Oud Velvet could be the one to try. The bold fragrance opens with coriander and saffron before developing into smoky oud, amber wood and cedarwood.
Creamy vanilla adds a softer finish, creating a warm and sophisticated scent with plenty of depth. It's a good choice for anyone who likes fragrances that feel rich, distinctive and more suited to evenings or occasions when you want something with presence.
If you're a fan of sweet, comforting scents
Sweet Dates takes a much more indulgent approach. Creamy vanilla and raspberry are combined with exotic date and earthy patchouli before settling into caramelised amber and cedarwood.
The result is a warm gourmand-inspired fragrance that should appeal to anyone who gravitates towards sweet perfumes, vanilla scents or rich amber fragrances.
If you prefer classic florals with a twist
Try Sultan Rose. Rather than relying solely on traditional rose notes, the fragrance combines saffron and Akigala wood with rose and powdery peony, finishing with delicate vanilla incense.
It's floral without feeling overly traditional, making it an option for anyone who likes feminine, elegant fragrances but wants something with a little more character.
If you prefer something bright and luminous
Golden Nectar offers a lighter option. Bergamot and juicy pear open the fragrance before giving way to ylang-ylang, vanilla flower and tuberose. Soft musk and vetiver create the base, balancing the sweeter floral notes.
It's a good choice if you tend to reach for fresh, radiant fragrances but still want something with warmth and depth.
If woody and ambery scents are your favourite
Amberwood Nomad could be worth exploring. Cardamom and myrrh lead into rich cedarwood and labdanum, resting on a smooth ambery, tonka-like base.
The overall profile is warm, confident and easy to wear, making it a versatile choice for anyone who prefers woody fragrances but doesn't want something overly smoky.
Easy to experiment with Jawhara
One of the advantages of choosing a collection with several different fragrance profiles is that you're not restricted to one scent style.
You might want something light and floral for daytime, a sweeter fragrance for summer evenings or a richer woody scent for nights out. Having a few different options can make your fragrance wardrobe feel much more versatile.
Jawhara also taps into the growing interest in Arabian-inspired perfumery, with rich ingredients such as oud, amber, musk and vanilla appearing throughout the collection.
Best of all, each 100ml Eau de Parfum costs £14.99, making it relatively easy to experiment with a new scent without committing to the price of a traditional luxury fragrance.
Whether you're searching for a new signature scent or simply want to try something different, choosing by the notes you already love could be the easiest place to start.
Jawhara fragrances are available to buy online now at Boots for £14.99 per 100ml.
- Delivery at Boots costs £3.95, or is free on orders over £25. Click & Collect costs £1.50, or is free when you spend £15 or more.
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