These 10 Lavender Fragrances Are Basically a Trip to Provence in a Bottle

Lavender is one of the oldest perfume ingredient out there. In fact, the earliest known use of lavender can be traced all the way back to Ancient Egypt, where it’s speculated that the plant was used for perfume and as part of the mummification process. Ancient Romans went wild for lavender, believing it to be a purifying plant, and the name even comes from the Latin verb lavare, or to wash.

That’s all to say lavender has a rich history in the realm of fragrance. The ingredient is also known for its calming and soothing properties. It’s fantastic as the star of a scent, but it also plays well with others as a supporting note. Keep reading for our favorite lavender perfumes, and get ready to feel like you’re wandering the lavender fields in Provence.

The Best Lavender Perfumes, Listed

• Jo Malone London Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne
• Le Labo Lavande 31 Eau de Parfum
• Chloé Atelier Des Fleurs Lavanda Eau de Parfum
• Gucci The Alchemist’s Garden Moonlight Serenade Eau de Parfum
• Maison Francis Kurkdjian Petit Matin Eau de Parfum

1. Jo Malone London Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne

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2. Le Labo Lavande 31

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3. Guerlain Mon Guerlain Eau de Parfum

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4. Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum

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5. Chloé Atelier Des Fleurs Lavanda Eau de Parfum

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6. Acqua Di Parma Colonia Eau de Cologne

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7. D.S. & Durga Burning Barbershop Eau de Parfum

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8. Gucci The Alchemist’s Garden Moonlight Serenade Acqua Profumata

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9. Chanel Boy Chanel

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10. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Petit Matin Eau de Parfum

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This article was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.