These are the best hair perfumes and mists to up your fragrance game

Best hair perfumes and mists

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These are the best hair perfumes and mists to up your fragrance game

By Hanna Ibraheem

Updated 2 years ago

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No, you can’t spray your normal perfume in your hair. Here’s why you should consider adding a hair perfume to your vanity table.


There’s a lot of joy to be found at the end of a perfume spritz. But before you begin spraying your chosen scent all over, there’s one area you should avoid: your hair.

Normal perfumes are made with high levels of alcohol and occasionally some harsh ingredients that are fine for misting onto your clothes and body, but best avoided when it comes to your hair and scalp.

“The chemical make-up of these products will dry your hair and scalp, which can also lead to irritation, dandruff, inflammation in the follicle and redness of the scalp and even hair thinning or hair loss,” says trichologist Simone Thomas. “The scalp is a very delicate ecosystem and one that needs to be taken care of.”

This is where hair perfumes come in. Of course, a hair perfume isn’t entirely necessary but it does add a luxe touch to your beauty routine.

Hair perfumes and mists have been specifically formulated to be kind to your hair and scalp. “They have key ingredients such as vitamins, antioxidants and amino acids,” says Thomas. “This helps with the health of your hair and scalp, keeping in moisture and adding extra shine while smelling amazing.”

So, if you’re looking to take your scent game up a notch, we’ve rounded up the best hair fragrances – some are even formulated with the same notes as your favourite perfumes. Happy spritzing.

Best hair perfumes and mists

Gisou Honey Infused Hair Perfume

Gisou Honey Infused Hair Perfume

If you’re a fan of the refreshing scent in Gisou’s products, you’ll love this. Plus, it’s formulated with the brand’s special honey, leaving hair shiny.

Shop Gisou Honey Infused Hair Perfume at Cult Beauty, £64

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_Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '71 Hair & Body Mist

Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '71 Hair & Body Fragrance Mist

With notes of caramelised vanilla, sea salt, toasted macadamia nut, white chocolate and coconut blossom, this will leave your hair smelling delicious.

Shop Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa ‘71 Hair & Body Fragrance Mist at Sephora UK, £22

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Miss Dior Hair Mist

Dior Miss Dior Hair Mist

Created with the same delicate scent as its bestselling Miss Dior scent, this hair perfume has notes of bergamot, Grasse rose and rosewood.

Shop Miss Dior Hair Mist at Dior, £45

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GIVENCHY L'Interdit Eau Parfum Hair Mist

Givenchy L'Interdit Eau Parfum Hair Mist

Bergamot, pear, orange blossom, jasmine, tuberose, patchouli, vetiver and vanilla all combine for a gorgeous scent with every spritz.

Shop Givenchy L’Interdit Eau Parfum Hair Mist at Sephora UK, £41.90

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Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady Hair Mist

Frédéric Malle Portrait Of A Lady Hair Mist

Inspired by icons through the ages, this scent was created with 400 Turkish roses, patchouli, sandalwood and frankincense for a crisp and warm scent.

Shop Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady Hair Mist at Frédéric Malle, £150

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Jo Malone London English Pear and Freesia Hair Mist

Jo Malone London English Pear and Freesia Hair Mist

Lightweight and refreshing, this scent contains notes of patchouli, English pear and freesia – perfect for a boost in the morning.

Shop Jo Malone London English Pear and Freesia Hair Mist at lookfantastic, £40

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kayali déjà vu white flower hair mist

Kayali Déjà Vu White Flower Hair Mist

Notes of Tahitian vanilla, gardenia, jasmine absolute, tuberose and orange flower give this uplifting hair perfume the same aroma as a fresh floral bouquet.

Shop Kayali Déjà Vu White Flower Hair Mist at Cult Beauty, £34

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Byredo Gypsy Water Hair Perfume

Byredo Gypsy Water Hair Perfume

Yep, Byredo has taken some of its most iconic scents and added them to a nourishing hair perfume.

Shop Byredo Gypsy Water Hair Perfume at Cult Beauty, £58

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