What do you think of when you hear the words "clean" and "natural" applied to fragrance? Your mind might jump straight to essential oils or suspect concoctions that would be at home at a medieval apothecary. One natural beauty brand, Skylar Clean Beauty, has taken what we expect from clean, all-natural, hypoallergenic fragrances and turned it on its head by launching a line of 15 perfumes that are safe for sensitive skin, cruelty free, and vegan. Its fragrance formulas fully omit the use of ...

Your skin deserves the VIP treatment. When deciding which beauty products to invest in, pausing to consider how your skin may respond to a fragrance may not always be a top priority for all perfume wearers. But for people who have sensitive skin, knowing which fragrances won't irritate your skin is a game-changer.While the word "hypoallergenic" is tricky when it comes to perfume (fragrances are known allergens, after all!), there are some perfumes that are better for sensitive, allergy-pro...

Whether its fresh, prickly, or sparking; the presence of juicy pear notes in a fragrance allows it to hold its own against others. Pears bear a certain familiarity and attraction, evoking warmth and comfort while bringing unexpected zest to the table. It's the sort of note that when worn "the right way," makes heads turn. Discovering the right pear fragrance for you can be a game-changer. I'm a strong believer that once you've gained entry to the world of fruity fragrances that aren't sweet o...

When I was a kid, my grandfather was somewhat of a cigar aficionado—I spent many an afternoon watching him comb the shelves of his favorite cigar shop, searching for rare finds. This probably explains my proclivity for looking for tobacco notes in perfumes, as these notes tend to remind me of a specific moment in time. Luckily, tobacco notes in fragrance seem to resonate with other people, too. Every time I wear a fragrance with tobacco notes in it, it's almost guaranteed that someone will a...