It is possible to find a good quality discount women s perfume. People may crack jokes about cheap perfume, but there are some real finds out there. So, keep reading for a list of some of the best perfumes under $30.
Stetson by Stetson
Yes, Stetson is a man s cologne and not a women s perfume, but this scent may actually be the best discount fragrance for under $30 a woman can buy. It may be marketed for men, but this scent comes with top notes of lime, bergamot, lemon and lavender. In its mix are patchouli and jasmine with a base of tonka and amber.
For less than $10 a bottle, it s both refreshing, but also deep offering up vanilla tones and lemon high notes with every inhale. However, it doesn t remain for long. Like many cheap perfumes, this one only lasts about 30 minutes on skin, though the smell will linger when sprayed on clothing.
Maurer & Wirtz Tabac Original Fragrance
The Tabac original fragrance was first launched as a soap in 1938 by the German company Maurer & Wirtz. Almost 20 years later, Tabac Original was on the store shelves as a cologne. The product is comparable to a European Old Spice in both the way it is marketed and stocked on store shelves. It typically sells for less than $20 a bottle.
Despite its low cost and poor packaging, Tabac is a scent that both lingers and changes. The first notes are bold with scents of lavender, sandalwood, carnation, oak wood, bergamot and black pepper. And yet, it s still clean and fresh. That may be the aldehydes coming through. And though it s a discount brand, Tabac wins top points for being long lasting. The fragrance will stay for hours, lingering as a touch of cloves and vanilla musk.
Soft Touch by Avon
In the early to mid nineties, there was a massive influx of discount women s perfume with names like Baby Soft or Soft Breath that simply stank of cheap baby powder mixed with even cheaper perfume. Soft Touch was the exception, and there s a reason this $15 a bottle perfume is still popular today. The baby powder scent is actually inviting, while the floral notes are uplifting. It s also long lasting, staying on the skin for about three to four hours.
Philosophy Cosmetic s Amazing Grace
At only $25 a bottle, Amazing Grace is a steal. The product was launched by Philosophy cosmetics and was so popular, it quickly expanded into a whole line of body washes, powders, creams and more. Customers couldn t get enough of this beautiful scent, and for good reason.
Amazing Grace smells clean, which is probably the best way to describe it. It doesn t smell like rubbing alcohol or bleach clean, just clean like fresh sheets. The notes are there, but they re never overpowering, making this a wonderful discount women s perfume for everyday wear.
Every woman wants to carry a great scent and do so without breaking the bank. Finding a terrific perfume at a low price takes a bit of effort, but the rewards can be sweet for those who make the time.