The sexiest men's perfumes to get for your man this Valentine's Day
From fresh and sporty to sensual and spicy, we list our favourite eight
By Vanessa Chia -
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Ask any woman what she looks for in a guy and the answers usually include characteristics like having a good sense of humour, being smart and charming and yes, that he should smell nice. After all, first impressions matter – and that includes how he smells.
While we can’t help you with his personality traits or even looks, we can definitely ensure that he smells his best. So whether it’s the first date or the 520th date, and every other date in-between, we’ve got your man covered with these eight sexy scents.
But if you’re still unsure what fragrance he should wear? We’ve tagged each with either “smooch”, “shag” or “caress” to help make this Valentine's Day a memorable one for you.
Lust Factor Smooch
Great for Those early-relationship dates. A safe and pleasant scent, yet still allows him to stand out.
What It Is A youthful, free-spirited and playful limited edition scent for the man who lives in the moment.
Smells Like Someone who loves water sports and spends lots of time by the sea. It starts off crisp and cool but settles into a spicy finish.
The Notes Cardamom, lemon zest, lavender, mint, watery aquazone (a frozen accord) and Haitian vetiver.
Available at leading department stores.
Lust Factor Shag
Great for Your first anniversary. You’ve gotten to know each other pretty well and love how he still makes such a strong and lasting impression.
What It Is A re-interpretation of the brand’s signature men’s fragrance, the 2020 version comes with the tagline “I’m your man” and is an earthy and woody fragrance for the man who is always clear and straightforward in everything he does.
Smells Like It is clean, warm and easy to wear, just like a second skin. Surprisingly androgynous, the dry-down is a little powdery, which makes it a potential candidate for you to use too.
The Notes Bergamot, pink pepper, elemi resin, Atlas cedar, Haitian vetiver, patchouli and musk.
Available at Dior Beauty boutiques and counters.
Lust Factor Caress
Great for< A coffee date. Perfect if you’re still keeping things casual and don’t want to get too serious, just yet.
What It Is A limited edition scent that celebrates love, especially when expressed in unconventional ways.
Smells Like A spicy and green scent that’s light and airy. Ideal for warm days.
The Notes Ginger, kumquat accord, mandarin, pink pepper, lavender, geranium, rosemary, patchouli, benzoin and vetiver.
Available at leading department stores.
Lust Factor Shag
Great for Date 100. Well, it need not literally but since you’ve been together for a while, it would be nice to surprise your other half with a unique scent that will intrigue the senses.
What It Is A genderless fragrance that doesn’t fit into any mould, allowing you to decide what you want out of the scent.
Smells Like An intriguing scent that starts off bright and light yet remains aromatic and powdery. It is feminine yet masculine, naughty and nice, but in a totally classy way. Definitely worth stealing for yourself.
The Notes Pink pepper, gin accord, iris roots, violet, oak moss and balsam fir.
Available exclusively at Escentials Paragon.
Lust Factor Smooch
Great for Those early-relationship dates. Extremely easy to wear, this bright scent still manages to set the mood, drawing you in and making you want to get to know him better.
What It Is This citrus-woody fragrance expresses the magnetism and electricity of a man in love.
Smells Like A fresh, citrusy and clean scent that dries down to an evergreen and woody base.
The Notes Ginger, mandarin, cardamom, juniper, cypress, sandalwood, vetiver and blue sequoia.
Available at Tangs at Tang Plaza and Vivocity, and Sephora stores.
Lust Factor Shag
Great for Drinks, dinner and dancing. It could be the first date or an anniversary date, but this sexy fragrance will keep you going all night long.
What It Is A warm oriental scent, it is sensual and irresistible. Every sale of the fragrance also goes to support the fight to end Aids via the Global Aids Fund.
Smells Like A spicy and smoky fragrance that’s guaranteed to leave an unforgettable scent trail. Made for a man who wants to make his presence felt.
The Notes Ginger, pimento berry oil, cardamom, absinthe, guaiac wood and musk.
Available at leading department stores.
Lust Factor Caress
Great for Movies or #netflixandchill. A scent that attracts and lures you in, you’ll want to get up close and personal.
What It Is A bright and fresh scent, it is for the modern man who follows his instincts and makes his own rules.
Smells Like Surprisingly fresh with its citrus top notes, this is pleasant on the senses and has a youthful vibe.
The Notes Bergamot, lemon, violet accords, violet leaves, leather,. musk and vetiver
Available at leading department stores.
Lust Factor Smooch
Great for A fancy dinner date. Refreshing and aromatic, it exudes class and confidence, and that’s always attractive in our books.
What It Is A clean, fougere scent that is the epitome of sophistication.
Smells Like If handsome were a scent, this would be it. At first whiff, it is green and slightly herbaceous but dries down to a warm and comforting woody scent that is reminiscent of a classic gentleman.
The Notes Lavender, rosemary, geranium, mint, oak moss, basil, patchouli and amber.
Available at Tom Ford boutique, Tom Ford Beauty counters and Sephora stores.