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    These are the world's most popular fragrances, and some might surprise you

    Which one will you be trying?

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    Published 6 June 2022 In Features

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    Which one will you be trying?

    When it comes to choosing the best perfume, there are so many options. Whether you like something light and floral, or something more rich and woody, there are a wide range of brands competing for your attention.

    Luckily, the team over at Hey Discount have revealed the world's most popular fragrances, to help make your decision a little bit easier.

    They've looked at Google searches, TikTok views and Instagram hashtags to find out the most sought after scents, and some of them are quite surprising.

    Keep on scrolling to find your new favourite fragrance, and for more inspiration, don't forget to check out our guides to the best Chanel perfumes and the best Jo Malone scents. Enjoy...

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    1. Maison Francis Kurkdjian - Baccarat Rouge 540

    Maison Francis Kurkdjian - Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau de Parfum (70ml), £215 | Selfridges

    Maison Francis Kurkdjian - Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau de Parfum (70ml), £215 | Selfridges
    This perfume has over 100 million views on TikTok, making it extremely popular. With rich notes of jasmine, saffron, amberwood and cedar, the unique scent works for everyone.

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    2. Dior - Sauvage

    Dior - Sauvage Eau de Parfum (60ml), £69 | Boots

    Dior - Sauvage Eau de Parfum (60ml), £69 | Boots
    In second place is Dior's Sauvage. The men's fragrance combines citrusy bergamot with rich ambery woods, making it a little bit spicy but fresh at the same time.

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    3. Chanel - No.5

    Chanel - No.5 Eau de Parfum (50ml), was £86 now £76 | Boots

    Chanel - No.5 Eau de Parfum (50ml), was £86 now £76 | Boots
    No surprises here. If you've read our guide to the best Chanel perfumes, then you will know that this is one of our favourites. It has a powdery, floral scent with bright citrus top notes, making it ideal for every day.

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    4. Dior - Miss Dior

    Dior - Miss Dior Eau de Parfum (50ml), £73 | John Lewis

    Dior - Miss Dior Eau de Parfum (50ml), £73 | John Lewis
    Dior strikes again. This scent is filled with fresh, floral notes including lily-of-the-valley, peony and iris, with a subtle warmth thanks to notes of vanilla and sandalwood. Simply delicious.

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    5. Creed - Aventus

    Creed - Aventus Eau de Parfum (50ml), £210 | John Lewis

    Creed - Aventus Eau de Parfum (50ml), £210 | John Lewis
    Aventus is a contemporary men's fragrance, that opens with fresh top notes of bergamot, blackcurrant, apple and pineapple. The woody centre and rich base of oak moss, ambergris and vanilla provide a final flourish.

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    6. Yves Saint Laurent - Black Opium

    Yves Saint Laurent - Black Opium Eau de Parfum (50ml), was £80 now £64 | Lookfantastic

    Yves Saint Laurent - Black Opium Eau de Parfum (50ml), was £80 now £64 | Lookfantastic
    This sensual perfume is super unique, thanks to notes of vanilla and coffee. They are balanced with juicy notes of pear and orange blossom, making it an ideal evening fragrance.

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    7. Guerlain - Shalimar

    Guerlain - Shalimar Eau de Parfum (50ml), £81 | John Lewis

    Guerlain - Shalimar Eau de Parfum (50ml), £81 | John Lewis
    This Guerlain scent is timeless, which is why we suspect it's one of the most popular perfumes. With notes of bergamot, vanilla and iris, it's one that will stay in your collection forever.

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    8. Giorgio Armani - Acqua di Gio

    Giorgio Armani - Acqua di Gio Eau de Toilette (100ml), was £80 now £64 | Lookfantastic

    Giorgio Armani - Acqua di Gio Eau de Toilette (100ml), was £80 now £64 | Lookfantastic
    This men's fragrance opens with a fruity punch, before succumbing to a spicy heart infused with nutmeg and coriander. To finish, it settles on a warming bed of amber, patchouli and cedar.

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    9. Viktor & Rolf - Flowerbomb

    Viktor & Rolf - Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum (50ml), was £79.50 now £63.60 | Lookfantastic

    Viktor & Rolf - Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum (50ml), was £79.50 now £63.60 | Lookfantastic
    This floral scent features warm, woody undertones, making it stand out against the crowd. It opens with top notes of tea, bergamot and freesia, interwoven into a vibrant bouquet of sambac jasmine, cattleya orchid and centifolia rose.

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    10. Calvin Klein - CK One

    Calvin Klein - CK One Eau de Toilette (200ml), was £61 now £30 | Superdrug

    Calvin Klein - CK One Eau de Toilette (200ml), was £61 now £30 | Superdrug
    Calvin Klein's unisex fragrance has been in all of our lives at some point. The cool, clean and refreshing scent features notes of orange, papaya and lemon, while the base is a sensual combination of musk and amber.

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    So, there you have it. Your summer scent is sorted.

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