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By JENNY SMITH MATTFELDT Published December 7, 2024
Did you know that most products— especially perfumes— aren’t required to disclose their full ingredient list when it comes to fragrances? It’s considered a “secret recipe,” which means we often have no idea what we’re spraying directly onto our skin, especially the thin, highly absorbent areas like our wrists and neck. I only recently learned this, and while I’m all for balance (keeping some tried and true favorites while incorporating some safer swaps,) I couldn’t resist exploring nontoxic fragrances that smell just as amazing without the harmful ingredients. Which is how I found the DIME sample pack: a fun way to test out clean, luxe fragrances that actually work.
I was so pleasantly surprised by these perfumes. After trying so many nontoxic products over the years, I’ve come to expect them to have that telltale “essential oils” vibe. But not these— every single one just smells like a wealthy woman. I'm obsessed. Fair warning, though: these perfumes are way stronger than I expected. Definitely take it a little easier than I did— a few spritzes goes a long way. They’re not just powerful, they’re persistent. I was applying mine at 8 a.m. and still showing them off to my husband at 6 p.m.
The lemonade and sparkling pomegranate notes might sound adolescent, but I Love Your Smell, Baby is just delicious. It’s bright, fresh, and irresistibly fun, and makes me want to get cocktails with my girlfriends at a fancy rooftop bar. Flirty, feminine, and effortlessly chic, this scent nails the perfect balance between playful and polished.
Lovely Sweet Dreams isn’t your typical vanilla perfume— it’s a fresh, natural take that feels elevated and refined, without being too sugary or cookie-like. The notes of musk, moss, and balsam, beautifully balance the cozy sweetness. It will be no surprise this was the first scent I grabbed in full size— it’s that good. And here’s a little (not so secret) secret: men love vanilla perfumes, it's probably in the same way that they all love walking in to the smell of homemade banana bread. It's just something your man will take notice of. She's smooth but undeniably polished, it’s the perfect fragrance for making a lasting impression.
Think of Malibu Night as the grown-up version of the coconut body sprays we all loved as teens, but elevated. One of my favorites from the pack, it perfectly captures the essence of an expensive beach getaway. With creamy coconut and vanilla, it smells like a very wealthy woman lounging seaside, just effortlessly luxe. It took me straight back to a high-end beach boutique where the bikinis were $300 each— this is exactly what that kind of place smells like.
7 Summers is dark feminine energy in a bottle. This scent is a sensual, airy musk that balances depth with elegance. The “fluffy musk” note sounded odd to me at first but it’s a softer, more feminine take on traditional musk. To me, it feels like a lighter version of Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent— just as sexy but without too much spice or heaviness. This fragrance embodies a woman who’s confident, alluring, and unapologetically aware of her power. Bold yet fresh, it’s the perfect blend of sensual and sophisticated.
Fancy name, fancy vibe. Dans Les Bois is the epitome of luxe, Jasmine, floral warmth— light yet undeniably sophisticated. Think hot mom energy: She’s effortlessly chic, radiates comfort, and somehow always has the answers. Warm, inviting, and effortlessly put-together.
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