Once swollen, the sinuses do not drain properly, and the resulting build-up of pressure can cause a headache,” she continues. It’s a concoction of mandarin, lily, vanilla, and Tonka bean, producing an unusual yet unforgettable scent. Not this though, because it's everything you love about the OG Light Blue but with a more elegant twist. Most of Good Girl's popularity might be credited to its sleek, stiletto-shaped bottle, but that's definitely not all to this perfume. Since it was developed in 2004, Pure Poison is more than just a popular choice for women it’s a date night classic.

Even 10 years ago [the narrative was] that it stinks, it’s awful, you have to douche, vaginas should smell like jolly ranchers. The most prominent notes in this scent are orange, Grasse rose, and Damask, but there are subtle notes of sandalwood, Venezuelan Tonka bean, tofu balm, and almond. With so many citrus notes, this invigorating perfume will give you all the energy you need to make it through a fun night on the town. It’s the reason why mass chains like Victoria’s Secret, Subway and Starbucks pump scents through their vents that trigger your brain to do something, according to David-Knight. However, several of my Instagram followers suggested this one, and I can also personally vouch for it.NEW YORK, NY – AUGUST 31: Musician Rihanna attends the RiRi by Rihanna fragrance unveiling at Macy’s Downtown Brooklyn on August 31, 2015 in New York City. The blackcurrant, jasmine, and vanilla offers a mischievous yet feminine scent for women who want to charm their way into someone’s heart. Victoria’s Secret Tease has a lot going on and while it may be a little heavy to wear around the office or in day-to-day life, it’s perfect for an intimate night in. It's at once sweet, spicy and fruity, and with strong notes of patchouli, I love it, but it's probably one to avoid if, like me, you suffer from migraines since sweet base notes are often triggers. When she's not writing about her favorite new perfumes, you can find her enjoying yoga or a morning hike.

But that doesn’t stop women from believing in their potency, which leads to brands trying to bottle their effect through certain smells. Fragrances that have been created with a calming effect in mind, or that are using principles of aromatherapy, are likely to be soothing to the nose and not stimulate the receptors,” explains Mastenbroek.Discover more possible scents for your big day in the article 10 Best Wedding Perfumes for a Perfect Smelling Day. The blast of blackcurrant and apple on Dylan Blue Pour Femme, for one, makes it an ideal spritz for the day, while the sensual peach note at its heart makes it a fitting pick for the evening. For me personally, I’ve definitely noticed that my migraines are more likely to occur in the week after my period, so it’s useful to know that this is also connected to scent as it means I can stick to my “safe” perfumes during this time and avoid experimenting with anything new.

Commodity was another crowd favourite since all of its scents are available in a Personal version, which sees the original notes lightened and softened into a subtle, intimate fragrance.

The bitter almond note here elegantly refines the EDP's signature musky warmth and takes it to the next level.