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The 9 Best Le Labo Perfumes, According to BAZAAR Editors
Wear them to the office, on date night, and everywhere in between.
All it took for me to jump on the Le Labo fragrance bandwagon was one single whiff of Santal 33 in a semi-crowded elevator, and I never looked back. Known for its hand-crafted and trend-setting scents, personalized labels, and eco-conscious refill program, Le Labo has become one of the most popular fragrance labs in the world.
For those who gravitate toward floral profiles, a classic yet modern perfume like the brand's Rose 31 is likely right up your alley. And if you prefer to wear something a bit woodier, we're betting you'll make room in your beauty wardrobe for Thé Noir 29's notes of black tea and cedarwood. Plus, as an added bonus for those who aren't fans of spritzing on their fragrances, the brand also offers each of its beloved scents in the form of perfume oils that can be applied just about anywhere.
We're taking the guesswork out of choosing your next go-to fragrance by rounding up what BAZAAR editors consider the best Le Labo perfumes of all time. While it's hard to find a scent from the brand that's not instantly intoxicating, the below picks are the combinations we frequent the most (and yes, Santal 33 made the list). Here, the top Le Labo fragrances worth shopping.
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Le Labo Santal 33 Eau de Parfum
Le Labo's violet-, iris-, and leather-scented Santal 33 is viral for a reason, and also happens to be one of BAZAAR editors' top picks for date night. Contributing beauty director Genevieve Monsma previously said the fragrance’s woody earthiness,"Demands to be noticed, yet manages not to be cloying. Its appeal lies in the fact that the scent is sensual and warm, but understated, with a vibe that’s more crackling fire and cashmere PJs than high heels and red lipstick."
| Top: | Violet accord |
|---|---|
| Heart: | Iris |
| Base: | Leather |
Le Labo Baie 19 Eau de Parfum
Anyone who doesn't want their perfume walking into a room before they do can probably agree that Baie 19 serves as the perfect base layer of scent. It's notes of juniper berry and patchouli are inspired by petrichor, or the wet, drenched effect water gives the Earth after it rains.
| Top: | Juniper berry |
|---|---|
| Heart: | Patchouli |
| Base: | Green leaves |
Le Labo Rose 31 Eau de Parfum
This isn't your average rose perfume: Rose 31 is uniquely powered by the Grasse rose, and balanced with warm, spicy notes of cumin, cedar, and a hint of amber so it's not overly sweet.
| Top: | Rose absolute |
|---|---|
| Heart: | Cumin |
| Base: | Amber |
Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Eau de Parfum
The woody, earthy scent of Thé Noir 29 is intended as an ode to the craft of tea making. It contains a robust balance of musky, citrus-y notes that linger on the skin for hours.
One satisfied customer writes:
"OK, wow. I received a sample in the mail today and I wanted to write a review as I am getting ready to purchase the full-size bottle. I am very picky when it comes to finding a perfume that I actually love because even some of the biggest name perfumes turn me off because of the overpowering alcohol scent that never goes away after applying. Noir 29 has such a complex woody yet fresh scent that I can’t describe besides saying it smells like I’m having dinner at sunset on the beach during early autumn. That’s it. It’s that good." —Michelle97
| Top: | Black tea |
|---|---|
| Heart: | Tobacco |
| Base: | Musk |
Le Labo Thé Matcha 26 Eau de Parfum
Similar to Baie 19, Thé Matcha 26 is made with proximity in mind, and features a soft blend of notes like matcha tea accord and vetiver that are best enjoyed up close.
One satisfied customer writes:
"This is one of my favorite scents from Le Labo! It’s a every day scent that lasts all day." —Lysa
Le Labo Lys 41 Eau de Parfum
We're big fans of Rose 31, but Le Labo's Lys 41 is probably our overall favorite floral fragrance from the brand. It combines jasmine, tuberose, and lily for a vibrant scent that works all year round.
One satisfied customer writes:
"I love this scent! It’s fresh and floral but not overwhelming. It settles on the skin so nicely. I get complements on how this smells every time I wear it." —eayres
| Top: | Tiare flower |
|---|---|
| Heart: | Jasmine |
| Base: | Madagascar vanilla |
Le Labo Tonka 25 Eau de Parfum
Ideal for vanilla perfume enthusiasts everywhere, Tonka 25's warm, spicy, and slightly sweet olfactory blend might become part of your holy-grail fragrance list.
One satisfied customer writes:
"I love that I keep discovering new favorites from Le Labo. First love was Bergamote 22, then Thé Noir 29, then Another 13, and now Tonka 25. And let me just say… it is so sensual, so warm, so cozy. Perfect for daytime and nighttime. This might be my new signature scent." —CountsJa
| Top: | Absolute tonka |
|---|---|
| Heart: | Orange flower absolute |
| Base: | Musk |
Le Labo Bergamote 22 Eau de Parfum
Here's a pick for those who love using fragrance as mood booster: Bergamote 22 contains fresh notes of grapefruit and bergamot that give way to musk and amber once it dries down.
| Top: | Bergamot |
|---|---|
| Heart: | Grapefruit |
| Base: | Amber |
Le Labo Another 13 Eau de Parfum
This popular Le Labo fragrance was commissioned by AnOther Magazine in 2010 as an exclusive scent in partnership with the publication. The unique musk scent has since become one of the beauty brand's most popular perfumes—which actually contains 13 ingredients.
One satisfied customer writes:
"Love this so much!!! My everyday perfume <3" —Michelle F.
| Top: | Ambroxan (a synthetic animal musk) |
|---|---|
| Heart: | Jasmine |
| Base: | Moss |
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