The 7 Best Le Labo Perfumes

If you’re interested in investing in a highly regarded fragrance brand, exploring the collection of Le Labo perfumes is a great starting point. Le Labo has gained recognition for their iconic fragrances like Santal 33 and Thé Noir 29, while maintaining an authentic and personalized experience for customers. According to Autumne West, Nordstrom’s National Beauty Director, Le Labo stands out due to their captivating story, customizable packaging, and their commitment to crafting fresh and harmonious fragrances with a minimalistic approach. Each perfume is named after the number of ingredients it contains, such as Santal 33 with its 33 ingredients, which contributes to the creation of their distinctive blends.

Whether your preference lies in the sweet allure of vanilla or the refreshing scent of sandalwood, Le Labo’s collection offers a diverse range of fragrances to suit every taste. As the holiday season draws near, a stunning bottle of perfume becomes an ideal beauty gift. We have thoroughly explored and admired Le Labo’s extensive assortment of fragrances to identify our absolute favorites. Below, discover the nine Le Labo fragrances that have captivated us and left us wanting more.

BEST SUBTLE LE LABO PERFUME

Le Labo Thé Matcha 26 Eau de Parfum

$99 at Nordstrom$302 at Walmart$99 at Saks Fifth Avenue

PROS

• Long-lasting

CONS

• May smell strong initially

If you love sipping your morning matcha latte, why not opt to have it in spray form, too? This calming perfume contains sweet fig, contrasted with smooth bergamot and deep vetiver.

Notes: Fig, bergamot, bitter orange, sesame, cedarwood, vetiver, matcha tea

Nordstrom rating: 4.7/5 stars

A Nordstrom reviewer says: “It’s a creamy, tiny bit citrusy, very light scent to be noticed by someone intimately. My husband loves this scent, said it was pleasant and calm so I am buying a full bottle. Don’t expect it to be something for people around you to notice. It’s perfect for a relaxing day, cuddle and hug your loved one. Also suitable for work because it lingers long yet only for you to enjoy it.”

BEST CITRUS LE LABO PERFUME

Le Labo Bergamote 22 Eau de Parfum

$99 at Nordstrom$230 at Saks Fifth Avenue

PROS

• Long lasting

CONS

• Can feel masculine to some

If you know that bergamot is one of your go-to scent notes, it makes sense to opt for this fragrance. It’s rich and citrusy, with hints of musk and cedar to keep it grounded.

Notes: Orange blossom, grapefruit, petitgrain, amber, bergamot, vetiver, cedar, musk

Nordstrom rating: 4.6/5 stars

A Nordstrom reviewer says: “I ordered this without first smelling it–a risk. This is now one of my all time favorite fragrances. It is seductive while at the same time very clean smelling. I have not loved a scent this much in YEARS. Quality product. I also have the body lotion to layer the scent.”

BEST SENSUAL LE LABO PERFUME

Le Labo Tonka 25 Eau de Parfum

$230 at Nordstrom$230 at Saks Fifth Avenue

PROS

• Long lasting

CONS

• Can smell intense for some

For a light, sensual fragrance, opt for Tonka 25. It’s a spicier perfume that still manages to feel fresh and light. If it’s date night, a spritz of this will seal the deal.

Notes: Orange, flower absolue, cedar atlas, styrax resin, tonka, musk

Nordstrom rating: 4.5/5 stars

A Nordstrom reviewer says: “This is a great cologne. If you want a unique, yet subtly bold fragrance this is it. It seems like the fragrances are layered. At times it’s bold, then it mellows out. You don’t need much 2 or 3 sprays to last all day. The scent has a reprise that will hit you at 7 PM even though it may have been applied much earlier in the day. Worth every penny!”

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BEST SMOKY LE LABO PERFUME

Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Eau de Parfum

$99 at Nordstrom$99 at Saks Fifth Avenue

PROS

• Sensual

CONS

• May need to reapply throughout the day

“Thé Noir 29 is fresh, but with notes of musk and tea to give it depth,” says West. With contrasting notes like bergamot and tobacco, it manages to keep the balance between masculine and feminine.

An ELLE Editor says: “If you loved Santal 33 but found it to be too popular, consider this to be the runner-up. This is the Le Labo scent I consider to be the second-most recognizable. The fragrance is tea-inspired, but without a sense of primness, like taking a deep inhale in a canister of black tea. This is entirely my opinion, but it also smells a little like smoking luxury weed to me–a little earthy and sweet, too.” –Kathleen Hou, ELLE beauty director

Notes: Bergamot, bay leaves, black tea, fig, hay, tobacco, cedarwood, vetiver, musk

Nordstrom rating: 4.4/5 stars

BEST FLORAL LE LABO PERFUME

Le Labo Lys 41 Eau de Parfum

$99 at Nordstrom$99 at Saks Fifth Avenue

PROS

• Floral and not too sweet

CONS

• May need to reapply throughout the day

Floral fragrances are classic, and this scent is packed with a wide variety, giving the sense that you are an entire bouquet. “I am a firm believer that there is a floral fragrance for everyone. Lys 41 is mine because it feels feminine but is not overly sweet,” says West.

Notes: Lily, jasmine, tuberose, absolute, ambrette, vanilla, musk

Nordstrom rating: 4.5/5 stars

A Nordstrom reviewer says: “My youngest daughter bought this for me as a Christmas gift and ever since, I have been enchanted by the scent. It seems too, that wherever I go, someone is asking me what perfume I am wearing. Le Labo does a wonderful job crafting their perfumes!”

MOST UNIQUE LE LABO PERFUME

Le Labo Another 13 Eau de Parfum

$99 at Nordstrom$220 at Walmart$322 at Saks Fifth Avenue

PROS

• Subtle

CONS

• May take time to get used to

While the scent notes in Another 13 may sound familiar, the end result is something very unique. It’s a subtle, clean scent with hints of spice and woods. “Another 13 is spicy, but still extremely light with a bit of sweetness,” says West. Plus, it smells slightly different on everyone’s skin.

Notes: Ambrox, musk, amber, jasmine, moss, ambrette seeds

Nordstrom rating: 4.3/5 stars

A Nordstrom reviewer says: “A subtle skin scent that is what I imagine a paper mill or printing press warehouse would smell like. Upon first spray, you can catch a hint of jasmine and pear, then it quickly settles into clean, crisp white woods, and an almost metallic sharpness. I suspect this smells a little different on everyone as it mixes with your own skin musk. It’s sillage is soft enough to not overwhelm–I almost forget I’m wearing it. However, it clearly lingers since I’ve received compliments and inquiries on what fragrance I’m wearing. If you’re used to wearing potent, heady, room-filling perfumes, this is definitely not for you. If you would enjoy an understated fragrance that inspires you to cozy up on a leather couch and read a weathered library book, Another 13 might be up your alley.”

MOST POPULAR LE LABO PERFUME

Le Labo Santal 33 Eau de Parfum

$99 at Nordstrom$87 at Walmart$322 at Saks Fifth Avenue

PROS

• Sensual

CONS

• Some prefer less popular fragrances

Whether you’re a perfume aficionado or a newcomer to the scent world, odds are you’ve heard of Santal 33. It’s a sensual, creamy perfume with just the right hints of florals and woods to keep it balanced.

Notes: Australian sandalwood, cedarwood, cardamom, iris, violet, smoky wood alloy, ambrox, leather accord, musk

Nordstrom rating: 4.3/5 stars

An ELLE Editor says: “For a period of time in the 2000s, every luxury hotel in NYC and anyone who lived in SoHo smelled like this scent. The original inspiration was this fragrance was allegedly the American West, and once you smell its mix of smokey, woodsy, sexy notes, you never forget it. Particularly because someone you probably know is still wearing it. Whether it’s cult or classic, is up to you.” –Kathleen Hou