Basil Perfume

Basil boasts a sweet, slightly spicy scent. Its distinctly herbal aroma also contains notes of lemon and pepper, along with hints of vegetables and aniseed. Overall, a very vivid herbal scent that remains in the memory long after you first smell it.

Given basil’s herbaceous and sharp nature, it makes sense that it’s used in many 'greener' fragrances, especially men’s. Generally, basil perfume oil is used as a top or middle note for fresher mixtures, such as those with lemon or spicy notes. It’s also commonly used as a freshening ingredient in chypre structures and amber juices. Basil’s enduring and versatile charm also makes it an excellent addition to floral, spicy, and woody scents.

Whether in a garden, in pesto, or in a sachet of potpourri – basil is a deep, lush scent we will forever associate with the happiest, sunniest days of our lives. So, if you’re looking for a fresh, aromatic summery scent, perhaps basil is the one for you. From infusions of sweet basil to holy basil, these are the best basil perfumes you’ll find today.

It’s hard to imagine a basil perfume list without Jo Malone’s Basil & Neroli. As its name suggests, Basil & Neroli is a true exploration of its two primary notes. In this fragrance, fresh basil melds with a sensual heart of neroli, lush and green, before blending into white musk and vetiver, which in turn radiate earthy tones. This is a fun, playful, floral unisex composition – a great spring and summer pick. Also available is Yves Saint Laurent’s L’Homme. This cologne for men opens fresh and crisp with bergamot, ginger, and lemon, followed soon after by basil, pepper, and iris. A woody base gives this basil fragrance an elegant, sensual finish. Charming and irresistible, it’s the perfect scent to match those never-ending summer days. Finally, there’s also Yardley’s Lilac Amethyst, a floral aroma that recalls a forest full of roses and jasmine, along with hints of lemon, basil, and pear. Here, basil provides a green sharpness to balance out the florals and citrus zests.

Some other notable basil perfumes include Marc Jacobs’s Splash Basil, Calvin Klein’s Euphoria Men, and Jo Malone’s Lime Basil & Mandarin. These perfumes will all add a dash of natural freshness to your everyday summer routine.

This season, add a little extra fun to your fragrance collection with an aromatic basil fragrance – and skip the high prices while you’re at it, too. Whatever you’re doing this summer: hitting the beach, hosting a barbecue, or simply relaxing with a cocktail in hand – the right basil perfume dupe from Dossier’s collection is bound to elevate your summertime experience.