Forget big name brands or run-of-the-mill scents – these Singapore perfumers are mixing up something exclusive.
Hands up if you’re a huge fragrance fan like us! From aromatherapy candles to home scents, we’re all about smelling good – even more so if it’s in support of our homegrown makers and creators. In the mood to mix up your own distinctive scent or shop for a handmade blend? Check out these local perfume brands…
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1. The Lab Fragrances
No mass marketed and mass produced scents over here – The Lab Fragrances is all about bespoke scents. Made in small batches with your name printed on the label, the brand uses high quality ingredients to achieve scent perfection. And a huge bonus: perfumes here are 100% vegan! Best sellers include Earl Grey, a blend of floral notes and tea leaves, and Ginger which comes with a warm woody base.
The Lab Fragrances, available online
2. Maison 21G
When we think about perfumes in Singapore, our minds are almost immediately drawn to Maison 21G. This perfumery is all about creating unique scents for an individual, combining elements of creativity, sustainability, and personalisation. You’re welcome to take charge of your scent journey with its masterclasses. You’ll mix perfumes with an expert scent designer, and learn and explore the world of bespoke perfumery along the way. Need a new signature scent fast? Give the discovery set a go. It comes with five perfumes varying from sage to jasmine aromas.
Maison 21G, available online and at Duxton, Takashimaya, and Marina Bay Sands
3. Two Lips
Trust this intimate care brand to create a perfume that’s perfect to go on your skin. Two Lips is all about empowering us in our conversations on intimate health. Its products are incredibly gentle and safe for all skin types, including sensitive skin. The Sun and Moon line are mood enhancing perfumes that’ll give you all the good vibes. Moon is a perfume balm with soothing notes of cardamom, jasmine, and rose. While Sun is an eau de parfum with a scent that leans more citrusy with bergamot, coconut, rose, and vanilla.
Two Lips, available online and at B3-37, Ion Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801
4. Bespoke Parfums
We’re totally pledging our love for this brand. Why? Its scents have impeccable staying power and are a steal, considering the affordable price tag of $35 for a 50 ml bottle. All perfumes are hand-blended with raw ingredients, and the range includes everything from woody, spicy male fragrances to fresh, feminine scents.
Bespoke Parfums, available online
5. Oo La Lab
The folks at Oo La Lab take the process of scent creation very seriously. Here, sustainably sourced ingredients are stored in small batches and hand-mixed to order. If you’d rather concoct your own personalised formula, splurge a little and gift yourself the mixology kit. That way, you’ll get to experiment with a multitude of notes. Otherwise, sign up for any of the regular sensorial perfumery workshops to learn from the pros.
Oo La Lab, available online and at #02-04, Delta House, 2 Alexandra Road, Singapore 159919
6. Sifr Aromatics
There’s no denying that Sifr Aromatics is a perfume institution. These folks are part of a family biz, which goes way back to 1933. Located at a shophouse on Arab Street, the local perfume brand religiously sources sustainable ingredients for its creations. It fuses old-world classics with modern aromatics. To customise a scent of your own, make an appointment to pop by the space for a consultation. Perfume demonstrations and group workshops are also available.
Sifr Aromatics, available at 42 Arab Street, Singapore 199741
7. Six
Started by Jason Lee, an alum of famed fragrance house Givaudan, Six aims to evoke specific memories through its fragrances. Blends are distilled in the UK and Singapore, using ingredients hand-picked across the globe in sustainable ways. Its 27°F Biei perfume is a combination of coriander, orange blossom, sandalwood and cedar, bringing to mind the shedding of autumn leaves on a mountainscape. Meanwhile, 123 Tribeca conjures images of NYC with its exciting blend of lemon, orange peel, rosemary and lily of the valley.
Six, available online and at multiple locations including Bugis Junction and 313@Somerset
8. Candles of Light
As you can tell by its moniker, the brand is clearly an advocate of non-toxic, 100% soy and beeswax candles made aromatic with pure essential oils. But it’s also in the perfume game with all-natural, sweet-smelling roll-on treats. Dusk is an earthy blend of geranium bourbon, patchouli and spices. Not your cup of tea? Try the Dawn equivalent for a calm mix of lavender, citrus and peppermint. These tiny vials, made with a base of organic jojoba and coconut oils, are perfect for touch-ups while on-the-go.
Candles of Light, available online and at various locations including Gallery & Co and Plain Vanilla Tiong Bahru.
9. Freda ‘D Parfum
The story behind this local perfume brand is as magical as its scents. Founder Freda grew up surrounded by vials of scents, thanks to her perfumer father. Made from the belief that every fragrance tells a story, all her products are hand-blended in small batches and catered to suit different personalities and styles. From romantic to delicate, each eau de parfum is a layered bouquet that you’ll love discovering. Better yet, if you’ve got a nose for this sort of thing, swing by the store to personalise your own at the perfume crafting workshop.
Freda ‘D Parfum, available online and at multiple locations including Oxley Bizhub and Westgate
10. Singapore Memories
What started with an interest in orchids, the national flower of Singapore, has since led to the creation of scents inspired by the country’s icons. Think Singapore Girl, a revival of the 1960s blend featuring lotus and water lily. And the unisex Peranakan Oud, a classic fragrance made with tonka bean, praline and green tobacco leaves.
Singapore Memories, available online and at multiple locations including Design Orchard and Mustafa Centre
11. Code Deco
A name that’s been around for years, Code Deco fuses luxe materials with immaculate craftsmanship. Perfume expert Gauri Garodia sits at the helm, showing off her decades of experience with polished scents, which boast a blend of complex notes. Browse online by gender, personality or collection. Concoctions wil take you from fresh and sparkling to warm and sensual. If you’re the type to switch things up on occasion, opt for the discovery boxes. The bestsellers for men include signatures like Kokomo, a crisp, citrus whiff that turns into rum and creamy vanilla. While the female counterpart features Damasc, a glamorous blend of Bulgarian rose, plummy fruits and smoky patchouli.
Code Deco, available online
12. Lush
The next time you’re heading down to Lush to pick up a bath bomb for your staycay, consider grabbing some perfume on the way. That’s right, the cruelty-free, all natural soap brand carries its own perfume line. You can get fragrances in variations like body sprays and perfumes that come in both liquid and solid form. V is one of the first ever perfumes that Lush released, and has a gothic violet scent to it. Or go for the unique Sakura body spray with notes of cherry blossom, lemon, mimosa, and orange flower.
Lush, available online
Get your next signature scent at these perfume shops in Singapore.
