Subtle Perfumes That Won't Give You a Headache ...

Subtle Perfumes That Won't Give You a Headache ...
By Eliza • Nov 19, 2019 • MD

Perfume is something I never wear because it's usually so strong that my head is throbbing before too long. Are you the same? Well, going without is a thing of the past because many perfume experts are creating scents just for the likes of us headache-prone ladies. If you want to smell nice without needing to carry a bottle of aspirin with you, try one of these deliciously subtle perfumes.

1. Maurice's "I Am Real"

Maurice's "I Am Real" polyvore.com
$18.00
This perfume promises to be light and breezy. It combines subtle floral notes with citrus for a perfume you can wear anywhere, including the office or the beach. You'll love how wonderful you smell, but what you'll love even more is the lack of a throbbing head soon after you spritz it on.

2. Infusion D'iris by Prada

Infusion D'iris by Prada amazon.com
$69.00
This is one of the top ranked perfumes to wear to the office. It has a subtle smell with orange and nature scents, which are easier on the head than floral ones. You'll love the woodsy feel this perfume evokes.

3. Cashmere Mist by Donna Karan

Cashmere Mist by Donna Karan theperfumespot.com
$42.00
This light smelling perfume is perfect for any occasion. It won't overwhelm you and it isn't so strong that people smell you coming from a mile away. You can also buy the scent as deodorant if you prefer not to spray it on.

4. Happy by Clinique

Happy by Clinique beautyspin.com
$29.00
This one is floral, but it uses subtle blooms like hyacinth and primrose and combines them with cucumber and citrus for a light and refreshing scent that you'll look forward to wearing every day, without the worry that you're head will be pounding before you get to shower it off.

Harness the allure of elegance and charm after your daily workout by accentuating your natural smell with a Cartier perfume. Known for its enchanting fragrance, Cartier perfume possesses a lasting allure that melts seamlessly with your post-exercise glow, making you smell divine and leaving you ready to dazzle your way through the day.

5. Amber Splash by Marc Jacobs

Amber Splash by Marc Jacobs fragrantica.com
$65.00
With touches of amber, cinnamon and wood bark, this spray is evocative of a crisp fall day and won't overwhelm you with its strength. If you like changing up your fragrance with the seasons, this one is a definite must in your perfume wardrobe.

6. L'eau Par Kenzo by Kenzo

L'eau Par Kenzo by Kenzo $61.00

This perfume gives you a refreshing and light mix of mint and peach to give you a girly perfume that you'll love wearing. No headaches and you're sure to get loads of compliments when you spritz it on.

7. Stella by Stella Mccartney

Stella by Stella Mccartney $72.00
This feminine scent mixes a subtle rose scent with hints of amber. You will love how it changes your entire life. You'll get all the perks of having a signature scent without the drawbacks of something that is totally overpowering.

Which one do you want to try? Does perfume usually give you a headache?

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  • Cierra

    2015-08-08T03:00:52.891Z

    Try Giorgio Armani "She" and Acqua di gioia!
  • Diana

    2015-08-07T10:07:04.004Z

    Miracle by Lancôme is a soft perfume also and smells AMAZING!!
  • Wendy

    2015-08-07T09:34:21.474Z

    Love amber splash by marc jacobs
  • SK-II

    2015-10-31T01:55:59.661Z

    Stella is pungent and nose punching ,not fit in this lis believe me
  • Lynn

    2015-08-07T14:35:46.440Z

    Can't wait to try
  • Dawn

    2015-08-08T06:38:59.677Z

    Elizabeth Arden Green Tea is a lovely subtle scent and not as expensive as some brands.
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