Glossier is a brand that has become synonymous with effortless, minimalist beauty, and their You perfume is no exception. This fragrance was launched in 2017 and it didn't take too long for it to turn into a cult favorite.
One of the biggest challenges of discussing perfume is that it can be difficult to describe how a scent actually smells. Fragrances are complex and subjective, and the experience of wearing perfume can be very different from person to person - Glossier's You Eau De Parfum is no exception to this rule.
To me, this fragrance smells feminine, creamy, and clean. It feels like being wrapped in luxurious cashmere.
It smells vaguely familiar even as you smell it for the first time. Glossier brands this perfume as a 'skin enhancer' - as it's designed to enhance your natural scent rather than overpower it. This means that the fragrance may smell slightly different on each individual, depending on their unique body chemistry and natural pheromones.
The Packaging - Glossier
First and foremost, the packaging of the You perfume is minimal and chic. It comes in a simple, understated baby pink glass bottle with a bright pink cap, and the Glossier logo is printed on the front in a soft, lowercase font.
One of the most distinctive features of Glossier's You perfume is the thumb imprint on the bottle. This small detail is not only aesthetically pleasing but also serves a functional purpose. The thumb imprint also adds a personal touch to the perfume, as it creates a unique indentation that is specific to each individual user. This makes the bottle feel more personalized
You - The Scent Profile
The scent is best described as a warm, creamy, and musky fragrance.
It has top notes of spicy pink pepper, which then give way to the heart notes of Iris and Ambrette. The base note settles with Ambrox (synthetic amber).
It begins as a powdering, clean, and mildly sweet fragrance and gradually settles with subtle floral and warm amber notes.
The lasting power and projection are both relatively good. On average, the scent lasts for around 6-8 hours on the skin, which is a decent amount of time for an everyday fragrance.
In terms of projection, Glossier's You perfume is designed to be a more intimate, skin-like scent, rather than a fragrance that announces itself from across the room. This means that it has a more subtle, subdued projection that is meant to enhance the wearer's natural scent rather than overpower it.
The Final Verdict - Here's What I Think
In my opinion, this is the ideal everyday perfume and I tend to gravitate toward it more than I thought I would. I like that it doesn't feel heavy and doesn't induce a headache.
The balance between warm and clean notes makes it perfect for casual occasions and its ability to be layered with other scents makes it a versatile addition to anyone's fragrance collection.
I think it smells great for a $50 perfume and feels more luxurious than what the price tag shows. Overall, Glossier's You perfume is a beautifully crafted scent that lives up to the brand's reputation for minimalist, effortless beauty.
Ultimately, the best way to experience a perfume like Glossier's You is to try it on your own skin and see how it smells and feels.
Whether you end up loving the fragrance or finding it doesn't quite suit you, the journey of discovering your own unique scent is always worth it!
Love,
Rae
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