The millennials among us — myself included — remember the OG body sprays. I’m talking Impulse, Britney Spears Fantasy (which was technically a full blown perfume, but you get the idea) and if you were really lucky, Victoria’s Secret body sprays.
Aah yes, the nostalgia is coming back. These body sprays were packed in our school bags, ready for changing into our sport uniform, or doused on us before going to the local shopping centre on the weekend.
You have to admit: having the right body spray was elite.
WHO’s top body sprays for summer
- Best all round body spray: Moroccanoil Brumes Du Maroc Fragrance Mist
- Best fresh body spray: Rare Beauty Awaken Confidence Body Fragrance Mist
- Best fruity body spray: Glossier Orange Blossom Neroli Body Spritz
- Best floral body spray: Evereden Darling Fragrance Mist
Kids these days don’t know how lucky they are. Body mist that actually smell *nice* and not like an overdose of every flower known to mankind? Yeah, we wish someone had invented them a few decades earlier.
These days, body mists are just as good — if not better — than some of our favourite fragrances. You’ll find sweet, spicy and even fresh scents these days, all much better than what we endured growing up.
But regardless of generation, body sprays are back. Especially as we head into warmer weather. Which is exactly why we’re wrapped up 10 of the best…
The best body sprays for summer
01
Moroccanoil Brumes Du Maroc Fragrance Mist
$51 at Sephora
Predominantly known for hair care, Moroccanoil have branched out and created a fragrance mist with their iconic scent. Slightly spicy and floral, it’s a body and hair mist that will also hydrate and protect your hair thanks to argan oil and vitamin E.
Sizes: 30ml, 100ml
Available at:
- $51 from Sephora
- $50.50 from Adore Beauty
- $50.50 from Oz Hair & Beauty
02
Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato 33 Body Spray
$77 at Adore Beauty
If you’re dreaming of a delicious summer indulging in gelato, this is the body spray for you. Pistachio, peach, pear and whipped cream are just some of the fragrance notes that will transport you to the closest ice cream stand.
Sizes: 125ml
Available at:
- $77 from Adore Beauty
- $81 from Sephora
03
PHLUR Beach Skin Hair And Body Mist
From $43 at MECCA
When we think of summer, we think of days at the beach, constantly dipping in and out of the ocean — and this fragrance mist from PHLUR is exactly that. Soft, salty and creamy, it will have you dreaming of ocean mist and heated sand.
Sizes: 90ml, 240ml
Available at:
- $43 from MECCA
04
By Rosie Jane Birthday Suit Body + Hair Perfume Mist
$65 at Sephora
Birthday Suit is both effortless and alluring. It opens with a light and fruity burst to start, before melting into your skin and leaving you smelling of amber and salted cedar. The result? A fragrance that feels like you’ve been sun-kissed after a day in the sunshine.
Sizes: 30ml, 100ml
Available at:
- $65 from Sephora
05
Rare Beauty Awaken Confidence Body Fragrance Mist
$35 (usually $50) at Sephora
Floral, fresh and uplifting, the Rare Beauty Fragrance Mist contains notes of juicy peach and fresh flower blossom. More than just a body spray, it’s enriched with biotin and niacinamide, leaving hair feeling soft and shiny, and skin feeling soothed and refreshed.
Sizes: 100ml
Available at:
- $35 from Sephora
06
Evereden Darling Fragrance Mist
$42 at Sephora
It may not your typical tropical and citrus summer scent, but Darling is floral, sweet and enchanting. You’ll immediate notice playful top notes like strawberry and peach, and it will continue to wear on the skin until you’re left with vanilla and musky base notes.
Sizes: 90ml
Available at:
- $42 from Sephora
07
Glossier Orange Blossom Neroli Body Spritz
$60 at MECCA
A zesty, playful, carefree scent, Orange Blossom Neroli will instantly transport you to a seaside escape. It’s a refreshing and vibrant citrus floral scent that will inspire dreams of your next island getaway.
Sizes: 100ml
Available at:
- $60 from MECCA
08
OUAI St. Barts Hair And Body Mist
$69 at Sephora
St Barts is the ultimate summer scent in our eyes. Think tropical dragon fruit, orange blossom, tuberose and musk, perfect for pretending you’re about to jet off to the Caribbean.
Sizes: 97ml, 236ml
Available at:
- $69 from Sephora
09
Gem Fragrance Body Mist Coconut Vanilla
$12 at Woolworths
A little on the sweeter side, the Gem fragrance mist is the perfect summer spritz. Warm and sweet coconut blends with the comforting allure of vanilla that will have you reminiscing on your favourite holiday evenings.
Sizes: 90ml
Available at:
- $12 from Woolworths
- $12 from GEM
10
Ellis Brooklyn Sea Fragrance Hair & Body Mist
$60 at MECCA
Nothing says summer quite like a sea-scented body mist, and Ellis Brooklyn delivers. With notes like lemon, mandarin, cedarwood and sandalwood, it’s a fresh, citrus scent that will have you dreaming of days at the beach.
Sizes: 50ml
Available at:
- $60 at MECCA
Body sprays are popular for being convenient and affordable. They’re easy to wear, and perfect for a quick refresh at any time throughout the day, and cost far less than a traditional bottle of fragrance.
Body sprays aren’t designed to have the staying power of a traditional fragrance, but they are a great way to refresh and top up your scent throughout the day.
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