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I love a hint of spiciness in my perfume, and apparently so does the TikTok community. According to fragrance brand Luxoni Beauty, which conducted a deep-dive into fall fragrance trends on the app, data revealed nearly a million searches for pink pepper perfume. One of the biggest emerging trends in the category this season, the pink pepper note has experienced a 148-percent increase in searches this fall. “Pink peppercorn offers a vibrant, spicy and slightly fruity scent that feels modern and fresh,” says Adriana Medina, vice president perfumer at Givaudan. “It appeals to those seeking warmth and uniqueness, and feels future-facing in fragrances.”
Some fragrances utilize pink pepper as a top note, while others include it in the heart of the composition. “As a top note, it’s more vibrant and spicy, giving fragrances a little bit of a pop,” says Medina. “As a mid note, it mellows and adds depth, balancing the fragrance.” Pink peppercorn can be sourced from different countries, including Brazil, Peru and Madagascar, among others, Medina explains. “Each region gives the ingredient a slightly different olfactive profile.” Here, our favorite pink pepper perfumes—a mix of both old and new—to nail the trend.
Pink Pepper Perfumes to Try
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The spiciness of pink pepper and saffron are mixed with sweet Bulgarian rose and royal lily florals to create a flirty fragrance the brand calls “an electric, floral, woody creation.” The number 25 in its name symbolizes the 25 iterations it took to get to the final juice.
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One of the brand’s signature scents, this luxurious fragrance is equal parts spicy and sultry. Molton Brown describes it as “the scent of crushed sweet spices drifting over colourful rooftops.” In addition to pink pepper, the notes of ginger, patchouli and cedarwood add to the rich, addictive vibe.
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Not only is this a striking fragrance to showcase on your vanity, but the juice is equally striking. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and spicy thanks to the blend of pink pepper, ambrox, musk, cardamom and cedarwood. According to Cult Gaia, the name Zan is inspired by the Farsi word for “woman,” a force of nature.
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Until this warm floral scent launched in 2010, pink pepper had traditionally been used in men’s cologne. Combining the pink pepper with bergamot, a bouquet of floral notes and a base of patchouli makes for a statement fragrance that consistently ushers in compliments.
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Created to “capture the vibrant spirit of New York City,” this floral-woody fragrance is “a celebration of the relentless optimism, unlimited confidence and effortless cool that defines a new generation. Top notes of pink pepper and rhubarb grab your attention, but we also love the romantic floral heart of rose and jasmine, and the warm, woody base.
