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Sugar and spice and everything nice is what’s on our fragrance wish list, and the best-selling fragrances at Sephora right now prove it. Dominated by vanilla, baked goods and comforting notes, it looks like we’re gearing up for the comfy-cozy of a fall coffeehouse a little early this year.
Despite the ongoing heat, summer is coming to a close, and if there’s one thing we love about fall it’s the excuse to get buried in the cozy scent of a good bakery on a cool day.
The Summer of Fragrance
Market research firm Circana confirmed earlier this summer that fragrance is the fastest growing category in luxury beauty. With 13 percent growth in the first quarter of 2024 alone, it’s clear that we’re seeing scent as an integral part of our beauty routine.
From fig fragrances to solar scents, trends in the perfume space have helped push even the reluctant to try new scents. And according to Mona Kattan, founder of Kayali Fragrance, from rich caramels to sweet vanillas, we’re entering our dessert era.
“There are so many gorgeous fragrances that highlight caramel notes, and because there is a bit of an obsession with dessert-like fragrances, I expect to see a lot more of this note in the near future,” she says.
And it’s clear from the luxury scents to the ultra-affordable body and hair mists on this list that she’s on to something. Vanilla, caramel and sugary fragrances are dominating the best-selling fragrances at Sephora this month, after a summer full of fresh florals and citrus notes all over the main page.
The Best-Selling Fragrances at Sephora Right Now
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A warm and sweet gourmand for the on-the-go-girlies, this travel spray in the iconic 28 Eau de Parfum is a great way to stay smelling gorgeous.
Key Notes
Vanilla Orchids, Tonka Absolute, Amber Woods
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Elevated by the addicting cashmere woods, this vanilla fragrance is more than a trip to a bakery—this sensual scent is multidimensional and spicy meets sweet.
Key Notes
Sugar Crystals, Cashmere Wood, Vanilla
3 / 10
Third on the list is the full size version of 28 Eau de Parfum, proving just how hypnotized we are by the vanilla orchid scent.
Key Notes
Vanilla Orchids, Tonka Absolute, Amber Woods
4 / 10
Take the sugar-sweet up a notch with these mouth-watering candy-like fruity top notes that melt in a vanilla heaven at the heart.
Key Notes
Candied Pear, Rock Sugar, Vanilla Cream
5 / 10
Smell delicious with this cult-classic pistachio and vanilla fragrance mist and take the bakery with you.
Key Notes
Salted Caramel, Pistachio, Vanilla
6 / 10
Even the most popular floral fragrance at Sephora right now features that iconic vanilla note.
Key Notes
Black Amber Plum, Vanilla Woods, Jasmine Blooms
7 / 10
From bakery to coffee shop, this sensual fragrance melds the smells of comfort with the caramelized cedarwood of a golden-hour sky.
Key Notes
Cappuccino, Pure Vanilla, Caramelized Cedar
8 / 10
Though we’re starting to get cozy and sweet, summer is still definitely here. The evidence is in the remaining popularity of this beachy vacay scent.
Key Notes
Dragon Fruit, Orange Blossom, Musk
9 / 10
This viral unisex scent isn’t going anywhere any time soon. That’s because this ultimately personal fragrance melts into your skin, smelling a little different for everyone.
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This warm Rome-inspired floral returns us to that comforting vanilla that’s been ever-present throughout this top ten list.
Key Notes
Blackcurrant, Jasmine Grandiflorum, Bourbon Vanilla
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