With summer comes warm breezes, salty air, and sunlit shores, the perfect time to break out our flip-flops, beach wraps, and sun hats. But summer essentials don’t just stop there, because we always need our SPF to shield our skin, and our summer perfume to wrap us in a scent that’s just as unforgettable. So with Summer just around the corner, let's delve into the perfect beach-inspired perfumes, light, refreshing, and reminiscent of our coastal escapes.
What Makes Great Beach Perfume?
When you think of the beach, you immediately picture the airy, sea breeze, a tropical island, and floral motifs. Well, that’s exactly what you should look for in a beach fragrance as well. The beach-smelling perfume can consist of fresh, aquatic notes that perfectly capture the ocean breeze. Typical elements that add to this feel include sea salt and marine accord, beautifully blending into the ideal beach fragrance. Embark’s ‘Marine Oud For All - Eau De Parfum’is a refreshing and exotic fragrance that combines the freshness of the sea with the richness of Oud, resulting in an intriguing and luxurious scent.
A beach fragrance can also include citrus and fruity accents with zesty notes like bergamot, mandarin, and coconut, evoking a tropical vibe. Embark’s ‘My Journey Goa - Eau De Parfum’ is a classic with hints of Sage, blended with Bergamot & Mint to achieve freshness. This is balanced with the earthy notes of Vetiver & Sandalwood, which are perfectly married to create a completely beachy vibe.
Finally, what’s more reminiscent of the beach than some light florals such as jasmine, neroli, and frangipani, adding a soft, feminine touch to any ensemble? Each of these notes is airy and long-lasting, deeming it the perfect beach fragrance to effortlessly linger throughout the day. Embark’s ‘My Passion For Her - Eau De Parfum’ is the epitome of coastal charm with notes of fresh Cassis Buds and honeyed Neroli, and exotic middle notes of Jasmine, Lily and hints of Yang, leaving a beautifully floral freshness in their wake.
How to Choose Perfect Beach Perfume
When choosing a beach fragrance, there are a few factors to consider, one of the most important ones being the occasion. During the day when the heat is at its peak, you would prefer to opt for something lighter and more refreshing, while choosing something warmer, and more sultry for the late beach evenings when the ocean breeze leaves a salty nip in the air. In terms of longevity, choosing an eau de parfum concentration is more sensible as it would last longer in the heat while an eau de toilette would evaporate much faster. Lastly, skin chemistry and personal preference are paramount, since some lighter notes like citrus tend to fade faster in warm weather on certain skin types. At the end of the day, your beach fragrance should be reminiscent of your coastal escapes, whether that is tropical, breezy, or even floral.
Application Tips for Summer Scents
While the summer is perfect for pool days and walks on the beach, the humidity in the air reduces the longevity of most perfumes. In order to ensure your beach fragrance lasts you the whole day, you should apply it to your pulse points, areas where heat enhances the scent like your wrists, neck, and collarbone. You may have heard of the phrase, salt in the air, sand in your hair, but in this case, instead of sand, pump a few spritzes of your favourite beach fragrance on your hair for a lasting, breezy scent throughout the day. Lastly, layering is key. By using body lotions and oils, the longevity of your summer beach perfume is enhanced, making you feel light and airy from dawn to dusk.
The Perfect Summer Essential
There’s nothing more you need than your beach fragrance, which constantly takes you back to the memories of your tropical getaways. Whether it's for a picnic by the pool, or a sundowner by the beach, at Embark, you will find your perfect beach fragrance.
