Unisex Perfume

Unisex Perfume Online South Africa

Picture this scenario. A man and woman try a fragrance. He smells the citrus and she smells more of the musk and woods. Both enjoy wearing it but for different reasons.

Unisex fragrances are interesting because they don't always have to smell neutral or be a mix of men's and women's perfumes.

They just happen to be fragrances that can be worn by any gender. There are so many different types of unisex perfume. You'll find unisex fragrances that contain rose, vanilla, leather, citrus, oud, musk and some unusual notes like green mango.

When shopping for gender-neutral perfumes online at ScentRepublic, you can compare fragrances by what notes you enjoy.

What Makes a Perfume Unisex?

What if a fragrance contains rose? Is it now a women's perfume? What if it contains leather? Now it's a men's perfume?

Nope.

Roses can smell fresh and green or powdery and opulent. Leather can be warm and smoky. It's all about the fragrance composition. A rose that is blended with oud and spices will smell very different from a rose that is blended with peony and musk.

A woody fragrance that contains citrus and florals may appeal to someone who doesn't enjoy woody fragrances. The label will tell you if a fragrance is marketed towards men or women. The notes will give you a better idea of what it may smell like.

How Did Sharing Perfume Become a Thing?

Calvin Klein CK One was one of the first fragrances to be marketed towards both men and women.

It came out in 1994, and many men and women started sharing the same perfume. The scent itself is quite unique. With notes of citrus, green notes, florals and musk, it creates a fresh aromatic fragrance.

It doesn't try to smell too masculine or feminine. However, not all unisex fragrances will smell like CK One.

Some will be heavier and sweeter. Others will be more woody, leathery or spicy. Just know that CK One is one of many fragrances that you can share with your significant other.

Can You Share a Bottle of Perfume With Someone?

Absolutely!

If you and your significant other enjoy the same fragrance, then why not share it? It doesn't even have to be a unisex fragrance. You may both enjoy a citrus scent or a woody fragrance that has vanilla and spices.

Just keep in mind that it may not smell the same on you both. Skin type, body temperature and how you apply the fragrance can all play a role in how you experience a scent. So one person may smell more florals and the other may smell more woods.

It's the same fragrance, just experienced differently.

Unisex Perfumes Don't Have to Smell Fresh

Many people believe that if a fragrance is unisex, it has to smell clean and fresh. While some do smell fresh, there are others that are heavier.

Tom Ford Oud Wood is a great example of a unisex fragrance that is heavier. It has woody notes blended with cardamom and sandalwood.

Another unisex fragrance is Hermès Un Jardin sur le Nil. This fragrance contains green mango, lotus and sycamore wood. It has a fresh, green and woody smell.

As you can see, these fragrances don't fit into the typical men's or women's perfume category. One is focused on woods and spices, while the other contains fruit, florals and green notes.

Which shows that unisex perfumes can smell many different ways.

What If I Like a Men's or Women's Perfume?

Then wear it! --> There's nothing wrong with enjoying a fragrance that is marketed towards the opposite sex.

You may like the lavender and vanilla in a men's perfume. Or you may like a women's perfume because it contains patchouli, woods and spices. There's nothing gender-specific about those notes.

If you find a fragrance that you like, it doesn't matter if it's labelled as men's or women's perfume.

This doesn't mean that men's and women's perfumes are pointless. It's just another way to find fragrances that you may like.

Find Unisex Perfumes by Note

Rather than searching for men's or women's perfume, you can search by note. Do you love bergamot? Search for citrus fragrances that contain bergamot. They may have herbs, florals or woods blended in as well.

Do you love sandalwood? Search for fragrances that contain sandalwood. Some may be blended with cardamom, musk, rose or vanilla.

Maybe you like fragrances that smell clean and musky. You can find many that have these notes.

By searching for notes, you won't have to worry about whether a fragrance is labelled as men's or women's.

Find Unisex Perfume Online

Shop our range of unisex perfumes at ScentRepublic. Compare notes, concentration, size and price.

You may like something that smells fresh and citrusy, or you may prefer something that has green and aromatic notes. Maybe you like something that contains oud, leather, vanilla or woods.

There are no notes that you can't have in a unisex fragrance. Just because a fragrance is labelled as unisex doesn't mean it has to smell floral and woody. Find a fragrance that you like and wear it with confidence.

Shop unisex perfumes online in South Africa at Scent Republic or browse our range of women's perfume and men's perfume.

Unisex Perfume FAQ

Do unisex perfumes smell different from men's and women's perfumes?

Unisex perfumes are created the same way as men's and women's perfumes. The only difference is that they are marketed to both men and women.

Does unisex perfume smell weaker?

A unisex perfume can smell weak or strong. It all depends on the fragrance and how you apply it.

Can unisex perfumes contain florals?

Yes. Many unisex perfumes contain florals. You can find rose, jasmine and orange blossom in many unisex fragrances.

Are unisex perfumes the same as shared fragrances?

Unisex perfumes and shared fragrances are similar. A unisex perfume is marketed to both men and women. A shared fragrance is a perfume that is shared between two people.

Should I buy a unisex perfume as a gift?

If you are unsure what someone likes, then a unisex perfume may be a good option. However, it's always best to find out what they like before buying them a fragrance.

Why do some fragrances say for men and women?

Some fragrances are marketed to both men and women. Other fragrances don't specify a gender.

Can I wear a fragrance that is marketed to the opposite sex?

Yes, you can wear any fragrance that you like. Just keep in mind that the retailer may still classify the fragrance as a men's or women's perfume.