10 Sexy Perfumes That Do All the Flirting for You

One Cosmo editor says: “Inspired by secret rendezvous in ritzy hotel rooms, this scent should be the poster child for sexy perfumes. Each spritz feels a little promiscuous yet totally empowering. Saffron gives this a spicy opening before cherry and iris make it more captivating and intimate with their unique juicy and powdery facets. The combination of smokey tobacco, incense, and vanilla in the dry down gives this an extra sensual edge. I get turned on when I smell myself, so just imagine how others feel when they smell me.”—MARY HONKUS, CONTRIBUTING BEAUTY EDITORFeatures at a glanceKey notesSaffron, cherry, tobaccoSize3.4 and 1.76 oz.One Cosmo editor says: “This juice proves there’s always room for one more vanilla perfume. It keeps the creamy, lavender-laced DNA of the original but makes it even yummier with roasted vanilla and a rich amber base that feels warmer, cozy, and super indulgent. If Goddess was your everyday signature, this is the one you’ll reach for when you want something that feels extra comforting and gets even better as it dries down.”—JULEE WILSON, BEAUTY EDITOR-AT-LARGEFeatures at a glanceKey notesMaple Syrup, Vanilla Extracts, Ambery AccordSize3.3, 1.6, 1, and 0.34 oz.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowOne Cosmo editor says: “Without a doubt, Blindfold is the sexiest perfume in my entire fragrance collection. To me, it smells like the desire to rip someone’s clothes off mixed with your raunchiest one night stand. This has a realistic skin quality to it thanks to gardenia milk that turns carnal with suede, patchouli, animalic musks (sexy!), and a touch of tonka. I’ve gotten lucky many times while wearing this, just saying. Oh, and it won a Holy Grail Beauty Award.”—MHFeatures at a glanceKey notesGardenia milk, suede, animalic musksSize3.4 and 1.7 oz.One Cosmo editor says: “What’s sexier than a date at a high-end cocktail bar? Smelling like the intoxicating cocktail. This cinnamon-laced potion exudes warmth with hints of rich cognac, tonka, and vanilla. I wear this nearly every day when the temperatures dip below 50. Also, I’ve gone on dates where the man is also wearing this. There’s something inherently sensual about sharing a scent with your partner.”—MHFeatures at a glanceKey notesCinnamon, cognac, tonkaSize3.4, 1.7, 1, and 0.24 oz.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowOne Cosmo editor says: “I don’t know what it is about this perfume, but it acts as catnip for men. Be warned: You will be approached if you wear this. When I spritz, people make googly eyes at me and continuously ask for my number. It happened at my local coffee shop, the gym, and even out to dinner with friends. I think it’s because this is not your average fruity scent. The strawberry and raspberry notes have a lush, jammy aroma that’s similar to marmalade, and the deep, woody notes of patchouli and amber wood give it warmth and impressive longevity.”—MHFeatures at a glanceKey notesRaspberry pulp, rhubarb, amber woodSize3.4 and 0.34 oz.One Cosmo editor says: “Baccarat Rouge really does smell a little bit different on everyone, thanks to the ambroxan note (which is a synthetic compound that has a warm, musky scent that interacts with your skin chemistry to determine its exact scent). It reminds me a lot of how my skin would smell after taking a shower. It makes me feel powerful, but not because it’s strong and intense. Rather, it just feels like an enhanced version of my own skin. To me, that’s the sexiest way to smell.”—BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITORFeatures at a glanceKey notesJasmine, Saffron, AmbroxanSize6.4, 2.8, and 1.2 oz.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowOne Cosmo editor says: “Every master flirt needs a fragrance to match their playful energy, and no perfume does that better than Indecent Cherry. This multifaceted scent transforms from a coquettish wink to a full-on cherry pop as sweet and sour cherries blend with juicy strawberry before deepening into a musky-vanilla and amber-tinged haze that is hard to ignore. But seriously, I spritzed this at a coffee shop and the person next to me immediately started chatting me up. Consider this the ultimate love potion, bottled.”—MHFeatures at a glanceKey notesSweet cherry, Strawberry, AlmondSize1.7 and 0.25 oz.One Cosmo editor says: “Amber is vanilla’s mature, sexier cousin—and that’s very evident in Loose Ends. This mysterious scent is all about leaving things open-ended: Think kissing a stranger at a bar or going on a one-night-only date in a foreign country. The scent reels you in with a mysterious touch of sweetness courtesy of burnt sugar that becomes more robust and deep thanks to amber, skin-like cashmere woods, and a dash of cocoa. It’s deep yet feathery and totally addicting.”—MHFeatures at a glanceKey notesBlack sugar, cognac, amberSize1.69 and 0.5 oz.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowOne Cosmo editor says: “This is one of three perfumes I’ve ever fully gone through an entire bottle of, but it’s because it’s perfect. It’s woodsy, sweet, spicy, warm, earthy—every single box? Ticked. And the scent lasts a very long time, especially if I also layer it with the coinciding perfume oil.” —BGFeatures at a glanceKey notesSandalwood, Vetiver, Amber woodSize1.7 and 0.34 oz.One Cosmo editor says: “I have never fallen in love with a fragrance so quickly. Power Self is complex yet wearable—boasting a unique and magnetic combination of floral, juicy, and spicy. If you like a sweet and floral scent that also feels elevated and sexy, do yourself a favor and add this extrait to your shelf. You only need one or two sprays to rack in the compliments and feel like the most confident version of yourself (as the name suggests).” —JASMINE HYMAN, ASSISTANT BEAUTY EDITORFeatures at a glanceKey NotesOsmanthus, White rose, Magnolia,Size3.04 and 1.6 oz.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowHow to choose the sexiest perfume for youKnow your preferences.Every single scent family can (and does!) smell ~sexy~. But what smells sexy to *you* just depends on your vibes and preferences. What scents make your heart thump? Floral, fruity, spicy, or woody? Start by choosing a scent category you know you’ll enjoy wearing.Consider the concentration.Perfumes come in different intensities. Extraits and eau de parfums have a higher concentration of oil and therefore tend to last longer and have a stronger scent. On the other hand, eau de toilettes are lighter and softer with a lower concentration of oil, so they might need to be reapplied throughout the day. If you want a perfume that’ll last through dancing in a sweaty club, go for an extrait or EDP. However, if you prefer quieter perfumes that only the people closest to you can smell and you’re happy to reapply as needed, opt for an EDT.Why trust Cosmopolitan?Mary Honkus is a beauty contributor for Cosmopolitan with over eight years of experience researching, writing, and editing beauty stories, including a guide to smelling expensive for cheap, and a full deep dive on the most expensive note in perfumery. She is an authority in all beauty categories, but has a sweet spot for fragrance with a collection of over 300 scents. While researching for this story, she tested dozens of sexy perfumes to bring you the most unique and captivating options.Jasmine Hyman is the assistant beauty editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about all the best fragrance trends and perfumes out there. For this story, she, along with team Cosmo, shared their favorite perfumes that make them feel (and smell) sexy.Mary Honkus is a freelance writer who covers beauty, home, fashion, health, and wellness (just call her a jack of all trades!). She has held staff roles at Real Simple, People, and InStyle, and her bylines can be found in numerous other publications. When she's not testing the latest and greatest products, she can be found chilling on her Hell's Kitchen rooftop, checking out NYC's hottest new restaurants, or recording her podcast Good Trouble NYC. Follow her on Instagram.Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You’ll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it’s usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals.