As one of my all-time favourite artists, Selena Gomez has not only given us some roof-raising hits but also some great makeup products and advice. The Rare Beauty founder is known to have impeccable taste in lipsticks and blushes, but did you know her prowess extended to perfume as well?
She came out with her own eponymous fragrance in 2011 – the Selena Gomez Eau De Parfum Spray which has been discotinued. But instead of whipping up a new scent, here’s what she uses instead!
A Closer Look At Her Go-To Scent
A few days ago, she posted a selfie on her ‘gram with a good view of her vanity. Fans searched day and night to figure out everything that was on the table….including an inimitable bottle of the Vanilla Diorama by Dior.
With a sweet-gourmand vanilla scent, the perfume has strong cardamom notes that smell like autumn and is vaguely familiar to the smell of spice cake. There are also hints of cocoa, lemon, orange, and sandalwood that give the perfume that quintessential Dior allure.
Affordable Alternatives To The Vanilla Diorama
While the Vanilla Diorama is one of the most titillating scents out there, it can burn quite a big hole in your pocket. So here are 5 alternatives that will give you the same heavy-bodied vanilla scent without emptying your wallet.
The Body Shop Vanilla Body Mist is warm, inviting, and deliciously vanilla. With a light and fresh aroma, this isn’t a gourmand scent but it does have that super irresistible, fresh vanilla scent perfect for any occasion.
An exotic medley of iris, red peony, and tangerine combined with a slight hint of raspberry—The Zara Red Vanilla perfume is exactly what your fragrance wardrobe needs to take it up a notch. Fused with strong notes of vanilla, the spicy fragrance is sophisticated, and super warm and will add a touch of delicacy to your look.
The Marks & Spencer Gardenia & Vanilla Perfume is another affordable option with an invigorating fragrance. With a combination of grapefruit, gardenia, vanilla, and sandalwood— the scent is sweet and long-lasting, with woody elements that give it a more nuanced profile than your everyday vanilla fragrances.
The Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheriosa 71 Perfume Mist is another perfume that has that rich, gourmad scent with notes of vanilla. If you’re looking to smell like a dessert, this one’s your pick. Plus, we already know that Selena is a fan of the same cream!
Lastly, the Forest Essentials Honey & Vanilla Body Mist has a light, refreshing scent that lingers all day. Formulated with warm vanilla and luxurious honey, it hydrates your skin while leaving behind an aromatic scent that guarantees all-day freshness.
I’m not big on vanilla, but it would be stupid not to try at least one of these, right? Right.
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