Christian Dior once said, “Perfume is a mark of female identity and the final touch of her style.” But finding your signature scent is not that easy with a lot of perfumes in the market with different projections, sillage, and longevity, and don’t forget most of them have expensive price tags. That is why before splurging on a full bottle, I opt for decanted perfumes so I can test them for days if they will suit my body chemistry. Below are the shops where to buy decanted perfume in the Philippines.
1. UNBOX DIARIES – This Shopee seller has a good selection of perfumes. It has the most coveted brands like Byredo, MFK, Parfums De Marly, Phlur, Kay Ali, Zara, Viktor & Rolf, Hermes, and more.
2. OFFICIAL VIAL – I discovered this very aesthetic Instagram shop through a friend, and now I highly recommend it too. They don’t just sell decants, they also educate people about perfumes. I also appreciate that they use less plastic and encourage recycling. Sometimes, they also sell full bottles.
3. LES SENTEURS – Another Instagram shop recommended by another friend. (My friends and I love collecting perfumes but refuse to blind buy them). Unlike most shops listed here, this one carries the most niche brands, and they are also really good at describing the scents. I swear, their posts are a must-read!
4. PERFUME LOVE MANILA – My go-to Shopee store for decanted perfumes. They have a lot of brands from Byredo, Chanel, Diptyque, Frederic Malle, Le Labo, MFK, Maison Margiela Replica, Penhaligon, Tom Ford, and more. Besides decanted perfumes, they also sell some official travel sizes.
5. PRETTY LITTLE VIALS – Another recently discovered seller that puts their perfumes in aesthetic spray bottles. They have the usual popular perfume brands like Byredo, Diptyque, and more. But what I like most about this shop is their Discovery Sets. You may like their Maison Margiela Replica Discovery Set, Diptyque Discovery Set, and my favorite The Clean Aesthetic Discovery Set.
6. NAYA RUTH – Found this shop on YouTube where Naya Ruth reviews perfume. They sell perfume decants from brands like Maison Margiela Replica, Diptyque, MFK, Byredo, and more.