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The 10 Best Rollerball Perfumes to Keep in Your Bag
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You don't know stress until you're unpacking your goods at TSA and they ask you to throw away your favorite luxury fragrance because it doesn't fit the size requirements. Thankfully, many (many) ages ago, someone somewhere decided to compress full-size perfumes into miniature, rollerball vials to protect your investment and minimize stress when traveling.
Whether you purchase rollerball perfumes as a way to discover new scents or just need a midday scent tune-up, rollerball perfumes are a quick refresh for the busy beauty bee on the go. Not only can they fit in the smallest purses, gym bags, or pockets, but they also cost a fraction of a typical perfume, so you can spritz away without buyer's remorse. Ahead, shop the 10 best rollerball perfumes and fragrance oils you never knew you needed.
Key notes: creamy coconut, creamy sandalwood, salted musk.
Sephora star rating: 4.6/5 stars
Our expert says: 'Once coconut is included in a scent's composition, I'm sold. Coconut can lean a little cheap and childish if it's not supported by the right ingredients, but Nest's Balinese Coconut hits all the right notes. Thanks to creamy sandalwood and salted musk, this oil takes you away from the pina colada-sipping tropical vacation and into a damp, tropical forest.' — Nerisha Penrose, beauty commerce editor
Key notes: Brazilian orange, pink pepper, grapefruit, myrrh, nutmeg, bourbon geranium
Our expert says: 'I love that this scent was thoughtfully made to inspire peace of mind and balance because the woodsy, earthy notes evoke the feeling of lounging in a tranquil spa. It's both spicy and sparkling, thanks to a beautiful meld of pink pepper and grapefruit, and deepens with nutmeg and bourbon.' — NP
Key notes: ear blossom, white gardenia, brown sugar, patchouli
It's hard to be upset or down when wearing Gucci's Flora Gorgeous Gardenia. Floral, feminine, and bright, this perfume feels like strolling through a botanical garden on a breezy spring morning. White gardenia, jasmine, and pear blossom offer a cheerful burst and sweetness.
Ulta star rating: 4.4/5 stars
Our expert says: 'It's a delightfully floral scent that screams Spring. A friend gifted me this and it's become a staple in my fragrance repertoire. It's the perfect fragrance to wear on a Saturday brunch date.' ~ Danielle James, Beauty Director
Key notes: Madagascar vanilla, creamy tonka bean
Lavanila's Pure Vanilla is an uncomplicated gourmand delight. The scent is built around Madagascar vanilla and creamy tonka bean to create a warm, inviting softness.
Amazon star rating: 4.1/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer said: 'This product smells wonderful, it goes really well with my body chemistry, and it lasts for a long time. Money well spent!!'
Key notes: ambrette, Jamaican naseberry, sandalwood, crisp amber,
While inspired by its floral namesake, Byredo's Mojave leans more earthy and mysterious than floral. It takes you for a ride, from smoky sandalwood and cedarwood to musky with ambrette and amber.
Neiman Marcus star rating: 4.6/5
A Neiman Marcus reviewer said: 'Beautiful fragrance! Blends exquisitely with my body chemistry! Certainly highly recommended!'
Key notes: ylang ylang, damascene rose, grasse jasmine
In J'adore, each floral star has its own spotlight, although it's jasmine that's the Beyoncé of the formula. The floral notes were carefully selected, from fruit and flirty ylang ylang to the tender sweetness of rose. J'adore's allure comes at the hands of jasmine, which ties together this seductive floral bouquet.
Ulta star rating: 4.6/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer said: 'Love love love this smell! I feel so pretty when I wear it. I get so many compliments. I am hooked.'
Key notes: coconut, eucalyptus (Coconut Wave); almond blossom, pistachio (Soft Vanilla); frozen lemon, lime zest (Crisp Citrus)
What exactly does a 'summer Friday' smell like? According to the brand, it smells a lot like coconuts, pistachio, and lemons. Luckily, you don't have to choose one scent—this trio gives you three different moods to choose from depending on what you want your 'Friday' to feel like. Coconut Wave transports you to an idyllic seaside vacation; Soft Vanilla is reminiscent of a bakery shop, and Crisp Citrus evokes the feeling of a cool frozen lemon sorbet dripping down your hands on a warm summer day.
Revolve star rating: 4.7/5 stars
A Revolve reviewer said: 'Okay, I will admit I bought these for the aesthetic. I'm really into neutrals, LOL, but I love the scents as well! (duh!). The vanilla is in my pretty and mature. Not too sweet! :)'
Key notes: white amber, musk
Very few feelings compare to that of freshly washed sheets or salty ocean waves. Lake & Skye's 11 11 fragrance bottles up these light, refreshing notes—with a hint of musk–to evoke those memories on the go.
Ulta star rating: 4.6/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer said: 'It's a beautiful light fragrance. I have to admit, when I first sprayed it, I really thought that I didn't care for it. As it dried down, it became one of my all-time favorites. I am frequently asked what I'm wearing. Very light.'
Key notes: musk
Musk may be the most immediate note you smell, but this fragrance oil also has a soft, fresh side. Thanks to its main oil concentration coming from jojoba oil, the scent kisses your skin and leaves an arousing fascination in its wake.
Ulta star rating: 4.5/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer said: 'This is the longest-lasting perfume I have ever had. I get many compliments on it.'
Key notes: raspberry, wild rose, plum
Sunshine and florals are all you smell when you spritz Daisy Eau So Fresh. It's bright, joyful, and youthful without feeling immature, courtesy of fruity florals like rose and plum.
Sephora star rating: 4.5/5 stars
A Sephora reviewer said: 'Really enjoy this perfume. It's the perfect girly scent for spring, but I feel like it's neutral enough to wear anytime throughout the year.'
