By Grace Lindsay
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If you've read any of my articles, then you'll know that I love an affordable fragrance. As someone who works in the beauty industry, I'm lucky enough to receive samples of both luxury and high-street perfumes, and I truly believe that you don't have to spend a fortune to smell good. That's why I'm always rounding up my favourite Zara perfume dupes, my top and even the fragrances I'm loving from high street favourite. However, last week, I noticed that one of my go-to affordable beauty brands, Beauty Pie, also had an amazing selection of perfumes on its site, and as soon as I saw them, I was desperate to give them a go.
If you didn't know, Beauty Pie is essentially a subscription beauty website where you can get incredible formulas for a fraction of the price. From just £10 a month, you can purchase a huge range of skincare, bodycare, makeup and more at factory prices, and get your hands on some of the brand's best-selling products.There are currently four fragrances on offer (although some are limited-edition), ranging from £28 to £33. If you aren't a member, then these perfumes will set you back £120 each, so you're definitely saving on a luxury scent by signing up.
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Junior beauty editor Grace Lindsay spent the week testing every single perfume from Beauty Pie.
After reading about each of the Beauty Pie fragrances, I was intrigued to give them a go, so I've spent the past week wearing every single scent from the brand (on different days, of course). It's my job to let you know about the best products on the market, and after trying these fragrances out, I knew I had to share my findings. As you'll see below, for me, there was one clear winner, but that's not to say that I didn't have thoughts about the other perfumes.
So, whether you're looking for a newspring scent or you're simply just as obsessed as me with finding the best beauty deals, keep on scrolling to see how I got on.
The Best Beauty Pie Perfumes, Ranked by an Editor:
Editor's Pick:1. Beauty Pie Vanille Nue
Beauty Pie
Vanille Nue Eau de Parfum
Price shown is members' price.Key notes: Vanilla, bergamot, rum absolute, jasmine and musk.This was easily my favourite fragranceof the lot, and if I'm being honest, I now can't imagine myperfume wardrobe without it. It's worth noting that I love sweet, gourmand fragrances, so if that's not your thing, then this might not be for you. However, if youtoo love warming, vanilla scents, then I highly recommend giving this a go. Spraying it literally feels like a warm hug on a winter's day, with notes of jasmine and musk giving the vanilla base a sensual edge. It's perfect for both day and night, and you can also layerit with other scents depending on the occasion. The thing that stood out the most to me was the lasting power of this perfume. After a long day travelling on tubes and running around the office, I could still smell thisfragrance on me when I got home, and for just £28, I think that's pretty impressive.
2. Beauty Pie She Brought Peonies
Beauty Pie
She Brought Peonies Eau de Parfum
Price shown is members' price.Key notes: Plum, red apple, peony, rose absoluteand jasmine.If you prefer a floral scent, then this might be the one for you. One spritz of this had me longing for spring, with notes of sweet, fresh peony and juicy red apple reminding me of warmer days. Don't be fooled though, as a hint of patchouli oil gives this fragrance a hidden depth, making it smell much more expensive than the £28 price tag.
3. Beauty PieUne Balade En Forêt
Beauty Pie
Une Balade En Forêt Eau de Parfum
Price shown is members' price.Key notes: Fir balsam, gentian absolute, cashmere, amber and citrus.This fragrance is very different from the two above, but there's no denying how luxuriousit smells. It's definitely more of a unisex scent (my boyfriend is a big fan), with fresh, slightly spicy fir balsam blending beautifully with warm amber and sparkling citrus notes.It's invigorating and intoxicating, and definitely has a more unique finish compared to the other perfumes on offer.
4. Beauty PieLa Flâneuse
Beauty Pie
La Flâneuse Eau de Parfum
Price shown is members' price.Key notes: Fig, cardamom, jasmine, cedarwood, sandalwood and cashmere wood.In last place would have to beLa Flâneuse. Don't get me wrong—this perfume smells just as expensive as the other options on offer, but it's probably not my kind of fragrance. We all know that perfume is so personal, so if you like slightly spicy, woody scents, then you might love this. It reminds me of fragrances from the likes ofLe Labo and Byredo, with earthy notes such as cedarwood and fig. When I smelt it, memories of crisp winterwalks came to mind.
Shop More of My Favourite Affordable Perfumes:
Zara
Red Temptation Eau de Parfum
I love thisZara perfume so much that I wrote a whole article about it. With warm saffron, jasmine and amber, it's perfect for a date night or dinner and drinks.
& Other Stories
Act 1, Scene 3 Eau de Toilette
This & Other Stories fragrance is great for these colder months. Think juicy blackcurrant, earthy leather and a hint of amber for added depth.
M&S Collection
Velvet Amber Eau de Toilette
Yep, that's right. This M&S perfume is only £10. This is another great evening option thanks to the notes of sensual jasmine.
Sol De Janeiro
Cheirosa '62 Perfume Mist
If you're missing summer, then I highly recommend spritzing this perfume mist from Sol De Janeiro. This is quite literally a holiday in a bottle, with notes ofpistachio, vanilla, salted caramel and sandalwood.
Caudalie
Thé des Vignes Fresh Fragrance
Did you know that French skincare favourite Caudalie also does fragrances? After trying this fresh, summery scent, I was sold. White musk and nerolicombine withorange blossom and jasmine for a fragrance reminiscent of nights spent abroad with a glass of wine in hand.
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Grace Lindsay
Junior Beauty Editor
Grace Lindsay is the junior beauty editor at Who What Wear UK. At the age of 18 she decided to train as a makeup artist before going on to study english and media at Goldsmiths University. It was during that time that she explored her love for journalism by interning at a small beauty start-up based in Shoreditch. Since then, she has worked at a number of publications including Marie Claire and Hello!, where her love for all things beauty continued to grow.
As Who What Wear UK's junior beauty editor, she covers everything from the latest hair trends to the stand-out makeup products of the season.
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