20 Aphrodisiac Fragrance Notes That Set the Mood

There’s no denying the power of smell. A particular scent can transport us to a special place and time, lift our spirits, and even trigger arousal in both men and women. In fact, when it comes to that last one, there are specific scents that are proven aphrodisiacs. “To me, there are two types of aphrodisiac scents: animalic and spice,” says Kristen Quinn Castro of Los Feliz Botanicals. She notes that animalic scents don’t necessarily have to be animal-derived musks, as “today, there’s more demand for botanical musks.”

“Aphrodisiac fragrance notes can stimulate attraction, enhance the sensuality of the wearer, invite conversation, and at the very least garner you lots of compliments,” says Arquiste founder Carlos Huber.

Which, really, is all we ever want.

If you’re looking to add an aphrodisiac scent to your collection, but don’t know where to start, you’ve come to the right place. The following scents have become well-known for their aphrodisiac properties, and recent scientific studies prove their reputations are well-deserved. Keep reading to discover more.

Shop the Scents

While you can surely find your chosen aphrodisiacal note all over the place depending on your fragrance tastes, we wouldn’t let you leave without offering a couple more recommendations. Ahead, shop some explicitly sexy fragrances featuring many of the scents mentioned above.