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The best clean-scented fragrances

For the times you want that ‘just got out of the shower’ fresh scent

By Iantha Yu

Beauty Crew Beauty Editor / April 11 2016

Fragrances are incredibly powerful – not only can they say so much about someone’s personality, but they’re also powerful enough to alter your mood for the day. A clean-scented fragrance is a great pick for times when you need to tone it down and not make such a big entrance, like a zingy citrus or delicious gourmand usually would.

Read on for our top perfume picks that are light, airy and pure to put you in a good mood instantly.

philosophy amazing grace EDT

It’s a bestseller for a good reason: it’s unapologetically feminine, just the right mix of floral and fruity, and the minimalistic bottle makes it a great accessory for your dresser. Add to cart immediately; you won’t get sick of this scent for years to come.

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L’Occitane La Collection de Grasse Jasmine & Bergamote EDT

Just one spritz of this muddled mandarin, jasmine and lemon leaf scent will make you feel like you’ve escaped to the spa.

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Clinique Aromatics in White

We’ve got our eye on the latest iteration of Aromatics, updated with Sichuan pepper, rosewater and patchouli for an uplifting hint of warmth.

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Shay & Blue Almond Cucumber

The name of this fragrance not only sounds extremely delicious, but the fresh notes of almond blossom and green cucumber will have you begging for more.

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Benefit Crescent Row Laugh With Me Lee Lee

Synonymous with Benefit’s playful branding, this lighthearted fragrance is a gentle blend of santal, amber and cassis for a freshly-scrubbed scent that steers far from smelling soapy.

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Aerin Lilac Path

Housed in a stunning glass bottle with a pink pebble lid, you won’t want to put this medley of orange flower and lilac bush down. Soon to be a top-seller, we just know it.

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Iantha Yu

Iantha is BEAUTYcrew's Beauty Editor, and has been part of the team since the site launched in 2016. Besides pinot noir, she has a healthy obsession with fake tan smell, wispy false lashes and CND Shellac in the shade Romantique. Her words and styling can also be found in Virgin Australia Voyeur, Women's Health, and previously in SHOP Til You Drop and Cosmopolitan.