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Elle
06-08-2025
- Lifestyle
- Elle
The 10 Best Grapefruit Perfumes For Summer And Beyond
Growing up, my grandmother always paired my breakfast (usually eggs) with a freshly sliced half of a grapefruit. Its sharp, bitter taste was overwhelming, so I'd sneak a sprinkle of brown sugar on top to make it more palatable. Over time, that small act of rebellion became a genuine fixation, and grapefruit became my favourite fruit. However, after taking a hiatus from citrus for years, I welcomed it back into my life as an adult in a new form: perfume. While many gravitate toward soft florals (jasmine, rose, iris), deep woods (oud, cedarwood, vetiver), or indulgent gourmands (caramel, coffee, vanilla), there's a distinct group—myself included—who crave the vibrant, tangy energy of citrus. Coffee is great, but have you ever enveloped yourself in the bright, sparkling zest of a grapefruit fragrance? In perfumery, grapefruit isn't as tart or bracing as biting into the real thing. When blended with other citrus, it emerges as the fresh, juicy, and refined sister to orange, lemon, or tangerine. Not to mention, it becomes even more addictive when combined with florals and herbaceous notes that create an uplifting scent that lingers beautifully on the skin as it settles. The ELLE UK beauty team is typically divided on what notes we love, but many of us agree that grapefruit perfumes are a worthy addition to citrus collections. After polling editors and combing through customer reviews, I landed on the following grapefruit perfumes that are fresher than a cold glass of OJ. If someone would describe your aura as soft, delicate, and flirty, Chance by Chanel is your olfactory equivalent. This scent makes you want to hug yourself tight because of how dreamy you smell, courtesy of light musks and fruity tones. The first bite of a nectar is always the juiciest, as is the initial spritz of this perfume. True to its bright packaging, Perseus lingers on the skin like tangy pulp on the lips after a bite, unfurling layers of other fruity and woody notes as it settles. At first glance, you might mistake this perfume for cucumber or celery water, but even without the greens, it is just as refreshing as fresh juice. Instead, it's packed with grapefruit, rose, and pink peppercorn, making it light and energising, as well as sweet. Whenever you want to escape to Italy, take Fico di Amalfi for a spin, or should I say spritz. Behind the blue vial are invigorating notes that energise you instantly and evoke images of gardens, flowers, and water. Its blissful scent evokes memories of long, hot summers spent under a fig tree, sheltering in its shade from the sun. You can't talk grapefruit perfumes without mentioning the OG. Jo Malone's Grapefruit is earthier than most, anchored by a blend of peppers and mints. The bottom line? It is fresh, light, and full of crisp citrus notes. What is not to love? Crispy, zesty, and airy, Hesperides is almost too refreshing to be just a perfume. Think of a cold lemonade or a citrus salad—the combination of lemon and grapefruit makes this the perfect springtime to summer transitional scent. The grapefruit in this scent only pays a brief visit to allow the heavier, spicier notes their own time to shine. Halfeti isn't for the faint of heart—it's for those who favour bold notes and don't mind being stopped repeatedly for compliments. Cleopatra is an olfactory exploration of the traits she's believed to have possessed. It's strong, seductive, and alluring in the most sophisticated way. It has rich, sophisticated notes of vanilla musk mixed with sweet jasmine that anchor the grapefruit bitters. Citrus and nectar mingle in Creed's Spring Flower, which swirls in a medley of soft petals, creating a scent as soft and sensual as the powder pink bottle. It's fresh and feminine, an easy everyday wear that is sure to turn heads Nerisha Penrose is the Beauty Commerce Editor at Prior to joining the team, she was an Editorial Fellow at In her current role, she helps lead coverage on makeup, skin care, hair, and fragrances. With over six years of experience in the world of beauty editorial, Nerisha enjoys delving deep into the complexities of fragrance notes, hunting for the best fixes for acne-prone skin, and advocating for daily sunscreen use. She regularly researches and tests the latest products, consults beauty professionals (including our Beauty Advisory Board) to determine the best expert-approved formulas to recommend, and conducts interviews with luminaries across the industry. Nerisha received her bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies from Temple University before joining the editorial teams at Nylon and Billboard. In 2020, she co-launched our popular franchise The State of Black Beauty, an ongoing exploration of—and destination for—beauty at the intersection of Black culture.
Daily Mail
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
A beauty writer's guide to the best perfumes for spring: including new-in fragrances I can't stop wearing
Spring doesn't just call for a wardrobe refresh – it's the perfect time for a scent shake-up, too. I'm packing away the heavy, wintery ouds and musks, and reaching for perfumes that feel like sunshine in a bottle: think juicy citrus, soft florals and crisp sea salt notes. Luckily, there are plenty of new seasonal releases that tick all of my boxes and mirror the bright and breezy springtime vibes. Whether you're after floral and feminine or fruity and fresh, here are seven of the best to shop now. The seven best spring scents to shop now Cos Fleuriste Eau de Parfum High-street hero Cos has just launched its first fragrance line, which, like everything else it sells, is fantastic. For spring, I'm shopping Fleuriste: a floral and bright scent energised with bright Hesperides and balanced with musky and woody undertones. £75 Shop Phlur Rose Whip Eau de Parfum Like a perfume that packs more of a punch? This new scent by Phlur is a heavier take on spring florals with rose and blackcurrant, and base notes of amber and musk. Wear it on your next date night – it's super seductive. £99 Shop Discothèque Sweat, Tears, Paradise Eau de Parfum Cult favourite brand Discothèque is loved by celebs like Kate Moss and Madonna, specialising in fragrances that smell like infamous nightclubs. For spring, I'd shop its Sweat, Tears, Paradise perfume: inspired by Mykonos' clifftop Cavo Paradiso, there's samphire, sea salt and mimosa that'll transport you to the beach. £96 Shop Jo Malone Beach Blossom Cologne This limited edition Jo Malone scent has beauty editors raving. It's summery (coconut water) but not too sweet, balanced with fresh lime and mint, and deepened with tonka bean. It has impressive staying power and is one I'll definitely be taking on holiday. £86 Shop Byredo Blanche Absolu de Parfum I'm a huge fan of Byredo's uber-fresh Gypsy Water, along with pretty much every other influencer on social media. But its new Blanche formula might just tempt me: initial musky intensity gives way to a strong floral heart with punchy black pepper. Think of a warm, crisp spring day. £190 Shop Who Is Elijah Ocean Eyes Eau de Parfum This fragrance by Sofia Richie's go-to brand smells like 'sun, sweat and sex, in the best way'. In layman's terms, that's grapefruit, orange, sea water and juniper over a base of musk and amberwood. It's basically the beach in a bottle and I'm obsessed. £105 Shop
