How to Pick a Perfume Online Without Smelling It

Lower the risk of buying perfume online with notes, reviews and samples.

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Read the notes

Look at the main notes and fragrance family, and compare them with scents you already like.

Use reviews carefully

Look for patterns across many reviews, not one person's opinion.

Start small

Buy a sample, decant or travel size first, and check the seller's return policy.

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