No Lie: These Refreshing Fragrances Are Better Than a Dip in the Pool

Scents can really transport you to a faraway place, which comes in handy when you just need an escape from your daily life but can't take some PTO right now. Personally, I gravitate toward the scents that lift my mood while also taking my mind somewhere else—fresh and citrus scents for my day-to-day so I feel energized and ready to take on anything and spicier or earthier scents for nights out when I want to turn up the drama in the best way possible. You can really use your fragrance choices to set the scene for you, and it just might give you that boost of confidence you need at the moment.

One scent that is guaranteed to send you to a relaxing and refreshing place? Aquatic scents. Now, when you hear the word "aquatic," you might think of something ultra briny or fishy, but that's 100% not the case. I'm talking about scents that have a whiff of sea salt. These fragrances smell like a breath of fresh air—like you're at the beach or on a yacht soaking up the sun and taking it all in. They're inspired by the ocean, of course, so fresh, airy, and clean. Not too fussy.

Sounds like something you'd be into? Take a look at some options below.

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1. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia

2. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris Aqua Celestia Cologne Forte Eau de Parfum

3. Henry Rose Jake's House

4. Le Labo Baie 19 Eau de Parfum

5. Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk

6. Dedcool Fragrance 01 Taunt

7. Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne

8. Clean Reserve Rain

9. Phlur S.C. 59 Eau de Parfum

10. Maison Margiela Replica Sailing Day

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11. Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Eau de Parfum

12. Frédéric Malle L'Eau D'Hiver Parfum

13. Abbott Crescent Beach Eau de Parfum

14. Skylar Isle Escape Eau de Parfum

15. Ellis Brooklyn Salt Eau de Parfum

16. Creed Virgin Island Water Fragrance

17. By Rosie Jane Madie Eau de Parfum

18. D.S. & Durga Crystal Pistil

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Sarah is lifestyle writer and editor with over 10 years of experience covering health and wellness, interior design, food, beauty, and tech. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she attended New York University and lived in New York for 12 years before returning to L.A. in 2019.

In addition to her work on THE/THIRTY and Who What Wear, she held editor roles at Apartment Therapy, Real Simple, House Beautiful, Elle Decor, and The Bump (sister site of The Knot).

She has a passion for health and wellness, but she especially loves writing about mental health. Her self-care routine consists of five things: a good workout, “me” time on the regular, an intriguing book/podcast/playlist to unwind after a long day, naps, and decorating her home.