Does anyone else feel the joy of Christmas morning when they walk into Bath & Body Works? Sure, it can feel a bit overwhelming (but not in a bad way) with the amount of options. The home fragrance, bath, and body products store is full of candles, hand soaps, body sprays, body washes, and more that will keep you (and your space) smelling delightful.
As avid Bath & Body Works shoppers, it’s only right that we share our knowledge about which scents get the highest marks on our list. The retail chain is constantly releasing new scents and bringing back old favorites, so as you’d imagine, there are a lot of options out there. To help you find you switch up your signature scent, we’re revealing the ones that make their ways into our baskets every time we need to restock.
Whether you prefer a spray or candle that’s fruity, floral, seasonal, masculine, or somewhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Bath & Body Works.
With a blend of Japanese cherry blossoms, Asian pear, mimosa petals, white jasmine, and blushing sandalwood, what’s not to like? According to Bath & Body Works’ PR team, this scent continues to be a best-selling fragrance year-round. That’s all the reasoning we need to stock up on the body spray and body wash … and body lotion, candle, and hand soap …
Picture it: You’re at a spa and enjoying a glass of cucumber water after an hour-long massage. Except you’re not actually at a spa, you’re in your living room enjoying Eucalyptus Spearmint’s combination of fresh spearmint, clary sage, and eucalyptus leaf. With a description like that, no wonder it’s a year-round best-seller.
It’s bright, it’s bold, and it’s cheerful … and it was released this year. Poppy is everything you love about the late-summer air, and brings together fresh morning dew, wild poppies, sugared rhubarb, and juicy pair.
The classic dessert just might become your favorite scent. The sweet fragrance is a combination of strawberries, shortcake, and whipped cream, so even though it smells delicious, don’t try to eat it! It’s not real Strawberry Pound Cake.
Looking for a simple, floral scent that won’t overwhelm your nose? Hello Beautiful blends white gardenia, jasmine petals, and magnolia blossom for a fragrance that will remind you of springtime. Excuse us while we buy multiple travel-sized sprays so we can keep one in every bag.
If you prefer warm, cozy scents that make you feel like you’re wrapped up in a blanket (with a glass of wine, of course), then Black Cherry Merlot might be for you. The rich scent contains dark cherry, black raspberry, and merlot for a sophisticated blend that’s especially perfect for the colder months.
If you’ve never used Sweet Pea, have you ever really been to Bath & Body Works? The key notes here are sweet pea (of course), watery pear, sheer freesia, luscious raspberry, and soft musk. No wonder it’s been around (and loved) for so long!
Designed for men, Ocean combines blue cypress, vetiver, and coastal air. If you long to dive into the deep blue sea no matter the season, this scent will give you the fix you crave.
Launched in 2021, Pure Wonder is an easy scent that isn’t overwhelming. It brings together the notes of iced rosé, star jasmine, and warm white amber. This is just the kind of fragrance mist you’ll want to keep in your purse to refresh your wrists throughout the day.
You’ll be ready to say cheers after getting a whiff of Champagne Toast. As you’d expect, this variety is made up of bubbly champagne, sparkling berries, and juicy tangerine with essential oils. Not only does it smell amazing, but it makes for the perfect scent to choose when you need a gift for just about anyone on your list.
There’s something about the Warm Vanilla Sugar scent that instantly reminds us of high school. Did anyone else carry a bottle of the body spray to spritz after gym glass? The blend of vanilla, white orchid, and sparkling sugar will always be a classic in our books.
Don’t let the musk element in In The Stars deter you from giving this one a try. The scent will make you feel like you’re glowing with a warm blend of starflower, sandalwood musk, sugared tangelo, white agarwood, and radiant amber.
You know that smell you want to experience after a deep cleaning? Kitchen Lemon brings that in with citrusy freshness. The fragrance notes offer zesty lemon, sparkling citrus, and Italian bergamot. When you’re not sure what scent to bring into your space, this is it.
Who says you can’t embrace summer all year-round? With a blend of white frangipani blossoms, toasted coconut, bergamot waters, sea salt breeze, and sunkissed musk, you’ll feel like you’re on a vacation after a long day with your feet in the sand. At The Beach definitely lives up to its name.
Gingham came out in 2019, but it’s shaping up to be a lifelong favorite. It balances bright florals with a hint of sweet citrus, all while incorporating notes of blue freesia, sweet clementine, and soft violet petals. You can expect a feminine, crisp scent that will have you buying it all year-round.
Not into those super sweet smells and more into masculine scents? Mahogany Teakwood has a woodsy blend of mahogany, black teakwood, and dark oak for a strong smell that will remind you of cologne.
If you’re looking for a signature scent that you can use every day and never get sick of? That’s where A Thousand Wishes comes in, which is one of the best-selling body care scents year-to-date. Who knew that sparkling Champagne, crystal peonies, and almond crème could come together to create such a masterpiece?
The classic dessert just might become your favorite scent. The sweet fragrance is a combination of strawberries, shortcake, and whipped cream, so even though it smells delicious, don’t try to eat it! It’s not real Strawberry Pound Cake.
If you’ve never used Sweet Pea, have you ever really been to Bath & Body Works? The key notes here are sweet pea (of course), watery pear, sheer freesia, luscious raspberry, and soft musk. No wonder it’s been around (and loved) for so long!
Picture it: You’re at a spa and enjoying a glass of cucumber water after an hour-long massage. Except you’re not actually at a spa, you’re in your living room enjoying Eucalyptus Spearmint’s combination of fresh spearmint, clary sage, and eucalyptus leaf. With a description like that, no wonder it’s a year-round best-seller.
You’ll be ready to say cheers after getting a whiff of Champagne Toast. As you’d expect, this variety is made up of bubbly champagne, sparkling berries, and juicy tangerine with essential oils. Not only does it smell amazing, but it makes for the perfect scent to choose when you need a gift for just about anyone on your list.
Don’t let the musk element in In The Stars deter you from giving this one a try. The scent will make you feel like you’re glowing with a warm blend of starflower, sandalwood musk, sugared tangelo, white agarwood, and radiant amber.
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FAQ
What is a good signature scent from Bath and Body Works?
What is Bath and Body Works best known for?
- Best Overall: Bath & Body Works White Tea & Sage. …
- Best Clean: Bath & Body Works Laundry Day. …
- Best Woodsy: Bath & Body Works Mahogany Teakwood. …
- Best Gourmand: Bath & Body Works Whipped Coffee. …
- Best Spa-Inspired: Bath & Body Works Eucalyptus Spearmint. …
- Best Fruity: Bath & Body Works Berry Waffle Cone.
