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How to crack the pistachio perfume trend - from just £7
Warm, nutty and sweet - we’ve found our scent of the season.
Move over florals; we’re craving something more gourmand, something irresistibly nutty. Sounding delicious? Then you’ll love the latest scent trend that's taking the beauty world by storm: pistachio.
It’s safe to say that the Good Housekeeping team can’t get enough of all things pistachio. First it was double helpings of pistachio chocolate at snack o’clock, then we all started wearing pistachio fashion to the office. So it’s only natural that we’re now indulging in pistachio perfumes too.
You may be wondering: what does pistachio smell like? While it might not have the most obvious aroma as a food, it works beautifully as a perfume note. Deliciously warm, it’s characterised by a more-ish nutty and creamy fragrance with a subtle buttery undertone.
Emmanuelle Moeglin, founder of Experimental Perfume Club describes it as multi-faceted. “It offers a unique gourmand quality that isn’t overtly sweet like traditional notes such as vanilla or caramel,” she says. Rather than being sugary, "pistachio brings a more nuanced, subtle sweetness".
Not only is it utterly irresistible, pistachio also has a comforting aroma. Think of summers spent in the sun, savoring the sweet taste of sticky baklava or a nutty gelato. Emmanuelle tells us, “We’re seeing a real shift toward fragrances that feel comforting and mood-boosting—scents that wrap around you like a soft blanket but still feel sophisticated. Pistachio taps into that craving.”
Just because the scent is indulgent doesn’t mean the price has to be. Yes, there are some wonderful premium perfumes that are worth the splurge, but there are some very affordable iterations too. From Marks & Spencer’s own take on the trend to the sought-after Sol De Janeiro body spray, we’ve rounded up the best fragrances with pistachio notes that you can shop now - starting from just £7!
Experimental Perfume Club Pistachio Haiku
If you're looking for a versatile pistachio perfume that works equally well for both day and night, you'll want to give this a try. Featuring notes of pistachio, fig, neroli and tonka sesame, it’s described by Emmanuelle as a “beautifully balanced pistachio scent that feels indulgent yet grounded, with earthy and woody undertones that make it sophisticated and wearable”.
Le Monde Gourmand's debut fragrance is a mouth-watering delight, featuring notes of pistachio, milk vanilla mousse, and vanilla bean. Reminiscent of a creamy pistachio dessert, it will leave you wanting more.
& Other Stories has nailed the pistachio trend with this petite perfume oil. At just 6ml, it’s ideal for traveling or carrying in your bag. It features notes of pistachio, white chocolate, amber, candied vanilla, and creamy musks – if you're a fan of both sweet and musky scents, this one's for you.
Created very much as a statement perfume, this luxurious new offering is constructed in multiple layers that reveal themselves as the notes dry down, taking you from day to night. Feminine florals and fruity gourmand notes pair delightfully with pistachio, which adds an earthy tone.
Sweet and irresistible, this perfume opens with nutty notes, blended with sweet rum, and is balanced by fruity florals. Plus, a base of whipped cream, marshmallow and sandalwood which will leave your mouth watering. It’s now also available in the form of a body mist so you can envelope yourself in this delicious fragrance.
This sunny fragrance will have you dreaming of summer. It combines nutty pistachio with sweet, tropical notes of coconut, cotton candy, and caramel, and is reminiscent of a well-known gourmand body spray, according to GH beauty director Lynne. At just £6.99, it proves that luxurious-smelling scents don't have to come with a hefty price tag.
A fragrance for those of us that love something sweet yet sophisticated. Fresh and creamy, pistachio is paired with earthy carrot, a blend of spices and undertones of amber to ignite all of your senses.
As usual, Marks & Spencer’s Discover fragrance line lets you dip into the latest scent trends for a very affordable price. This deliciously soft pistachio scent has a moreish quality which will have you smelling like luxury for less.
Originally released as a limited-edition scent (when it sold out almost instantly), this cult classic has returned as part of D.S & Durga’s main collection. Expect something nutty, fun and sweet, with notes of pistachio, cardamom, patchouli and sweet vanilla creme.
Capturing the spirit of Brazilian beaches in 1962, it’s no surprise that this mist quickly became a bestseller. Bursting with nutty pistachio, a warm hint of salted caramel, plus notes of jasmine and vanilla, this is summer in a bottle.
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