We love beauty that’s inspired by nature. Whether it’s a product in the same shade as the ocean or a fragrance that smells like a flower, we can’t get enough. And what better time to celebrate nature than the start of spring? The sun’s re-emerged and all the plants and flowers are thriving again.
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We’ve rounded up 11 perfumes (in honour of beautyheaven’s 11th birthday!) that are inspired by nature. So get ready to feel connected to mother nature herself with these earthy, nature-inspired scents…
The Body Shop Elixirs of Nature Nigritella Eau de Parfum
This floral oriental fragrance is inspired by a dark orchid from the Alps of Switzerland.
Perfume notes: red vanilla orchid, tuberose, vanilla
Find out more about The Body Shop Elixirs of Nature Nigritella Eau de Parfum >
Goldfield & Banks Australia Blue Cypress Perfume Concentrate
This is just one of the five Goldfield & Banks fragrances that draw inspiration from Australian nature. This particular one is inspired by dew evaporating from leaves as the morning sun shines over gyms and eucalyptus. It originates from Kakadu in the Northern Territory.
Perfume notes: Australian Blue Cypress, lavender, patchouli, clove, star anise
$229, goldfieldandbanks.com
L’OCCITANE Home Perfume Verbena
Crisp and refreshing, this fragrance is inspired by Provence and summer evenings in a walled garden filled with verbena.
Perfume notes: lemon
Read reviews for L’OCCITANE Home Perfume Verbena >
Elizabeth Arden Mediterranean
Inspired by the joie de vivre of the Mediterranean lifestyle, this fresh marine and floral scent evokes sunshine, clear skies and the crystal blue ocean.
Perfume notes: peach nectar sorbet, Sicilian mandarin, damask plum, wisteria, star magnolia, Madagascar orchid, sandalwood, skin musk, amber.
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Peppermint Grove Coconut, Grapefruit & Lime Candle
This fresh candle’s fragrance is inspired by the beaches of the Whitsundays.
Perfume notes: grapefruit, orange, lime, coconut, jasmine, musk, vanilla, caramel
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Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne
This crisp and woody cologne is inspired by breaking waves, sea salt spray and the mineral scent of rugged cliffs.
Perfume notes: ambrette seeds, sea salt and sage.
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Tory Burch Jolie Fleur Bleue Eau de Parfum
This floral fragrance is Inspired by the aroma of tuberose in Tory Burch’s garden.
Perfume notes: tuberose, jasmine sambac, grapefruit, sandalwood, vetiver, mandarin, pink pepper, violet leaves, cassis, peony, amber and cedarwood oil.
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Molton Brown Gingerlily Aroma Reeds
Crisp, floral and oriental, this fragrance is inspired by the Tahitian shore.
Perfume notes: cardamom, peach, ginger, orange absolute, tuberose, plum, jasmine, cedarwood, clove and musk.
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AERIN Iris Meadow Eau de Parfum
Fresh and iris-heavy, this scent is inspired by wildflowers.
Perfume notes: mandarin, blackcurrant, iris, Egyptian jasmine, cedarwood and woody musks.
Shay & Blue Atropa Belladonna
This classic woody oriental is inspired by the rare Atropa belladonna plant.
Perfume notes: berries, cassis liqueur, white narcissus, grasse jasmine, patchouli, sandalwood and rich bourbon vanilla.
100mL, $105, davidjones.com
LUSH The Smell of Weather Turning Perfume
Sweet, smoky, natural and warm, this scent is inspired by a summer storm.
Perfume notes: English peppermint, Oakwood, bay oil
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