These Are the 20 Best Bath & Body Works Scents of All Time

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Does anyone else feel the joy of Christmas morning when they walk into Bath & Body Works? Sure, it can feel a bit overwhelming with the amount of options displayed and the variety of scents lingering in the air. The home fragrance, bath, and body products store is full of candles, hand soaps, body sprays, body washes, and more that will keep you (and your space) smelling delightful.

As avid Bath & Body Works shoppers, it’s only right that we share our knowledge about which scents get the highest marks on our list. While there will always be your nostalgic scent that releases all the memories of roaming the school hallways drenched in your go-to spray, the retail chain is constantly releasing new scents and bringing back old favorites. So, as you’d imagine, there are a lot of options out there. Whether you're looking to switch up your signature scent or are in search of the perfect scent to gift a loved one, we rounded up the ones that *always* make their way into our baskets every time we're due for a restock.

Whether you prefer a spray or candle that’s fruity, floral, seasonal, masculine, or somewhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Bath & Body Works.

Sweet Pea

If you’ve never used Sweet Pea, have you ever really been to Bath & Body Works? The key notes here are sweet pea (of course), watery pear, transparent freesia, luscious raspberry, and soft musk. No wonder it’s been around (and loved) for so long!

Eucalyptus Spearmint

Picture it: You’re at a spa and enjoying a glass of cucumber water after an hour-long massage. Except you’re not actually at a spa — you’re in your living room enjoying Eucalyptus Spearmint’s combination of fresh spearmint, clary sage, and eucalyptus leaf. With a description like that, no wonder it’s a year-round best-seller.

Warm Vanilla Sugar

There’s something about the Warm Vanilla Sugar scent that instantly reminds us of high school. Did anyone else carry a bottle of the body spray to spritz after gym glass? The blend of vanilla, white orchid, and sparkling sugar will always be a classic in our books.

Black Cherry Merlot

If you prefer warm, cozy scents that make you feel like you’re wrapped up in a blanket (with a glass of wine, of course), then Black Cherry Merlot might be for you. The rich scent contains dark cherry, black raspberry, and merlot for a sophisticated blend that’s especially perfect for the colder months.

Poppy

It’s bright, it’s bold, and it’s cheerful. Poppy is everything you love about the late-summer air, and brings together fresh morning dew, wild poppies, sugared rhubarb, and juicy pair.

Strawberry Pound Cake

The classic dessert just might become your favorite scent. The sweet fragrance is a combination of strawberries, shortcake, and whipped cream, so even though it smells delicious, don’t try to eat it! It’s not real Strawberry Pound Cake.

Hello Beautiful

Looking for a simple, floral scent that won’t overwhelm your nose? Hello Beautiful blends white gardenia, jasmine petals, and magnolia blossom for a fragrance that will remind you of springtime. Excuse us while we buy multiple travel-sized sprays so we can keep one in every bag.

Japanese Cherry Blossom

With a blend of Japanese cherry blossoms, Asian pear, mimosa petals, white jasmine, and blushing sandalwood, what’s not to like? According to Bath & Body Works’ PR team, this scent continues to be a best-selling fragrance year-round. That’s all the reasoning we need to stock up on the body lotion and body wash … and body spray, candle, and hand soap …

Fresh Balsam

The Fresh Balsam candle has always been and will always be a household staple in the wintertime. There's nothing like lounging by the fireplace while your house is filled with the smell of a Christmas tree farm. Notes of woodland balsam, crisp eucalyptus, fir branches, and cedarwood bring together the perfect sappy smell for tree lovers.

Into The Night

This sophisticated scent will have every passerby asking you what you're wearing. The notes of raspberry, amber, rose petals, patchouli and mocha musk create a romantic smell perfect for wherever the night takes you.

Calypso Clementine

This citrusy scent will provide a refreshing escape from the mundane tasks in life thanks to its notes of clementine, neroli nectar, and coastal woods. You'll feel freshened up with this light, neutral scent.

Pure Wonder

Launched in 2021, Pure Wonder is an easy scent that isn’t overwhelming. It brings together the notes of iced rosé, star jasmine, and warm white amber. This is just the kind of fragrance mist you’ll want to keep in your purse to refresh your wrists throughout the day.

Ocean

Designed for men, Ocean combines blue cypress, vetiver, and coastal air. If you long to dive into the deep blue sea no matter the season, this scent will give you the fix you crave.

Champagne Toast

You’ll be ready to say cheers after getting a whiff of Champagne Toast. As you’d expect, this variety is made up of bubbly champagne, sparkling berries, and juicy tangerine. Not only does it smell amazing, but it makes for the perfect scent to choose when you need a gift for just about anyone on your list.

In the Stars

Don’t let the musk element in In The Stars deter you from giving this one a try. The scent will make you feel like you’re glowing with a warm blend of starflower, sandalwood musk, sugared tangelo, white agarwood, and radiant amber.

Kitchen Lemon

You know that smell you want to experience after a deep cleaning? Kitchen Lemon brings that in with citrusy freshness. The fragrance notes offer zesty lemon, sparkling citrus, and Italian bergamot. When you’re not sure what scent to bring into your space, this is it.

At The Beach

Who says you can’t embrace summer all year round? With a blend of white frangipani blossoms, toasted coconut, and bergamot waters, you’ll feel like you’re on a vacation after a long day with your feet in the sand. At The Beach definitely lives up to its name.

Gingham

Gingham came out in 2019, but it’s shaping up to be a lifelong favorite. It balances bright florals with a hint of sweet citrus, all while incorporating notes of blue freesia, sweet clementine, and soft violet petals. You can expect a feminine, crisp scent that will have you buying it all year-round.

Mahogany Teakwood

Not into those super sweet smells and more into masculine scents? Mahogany Teakwood has a woodsy blend of mahogany, black teakwood, and dark oak for a strong smell that will remind you of cologne.

A Thousand Wishes

If you’re looking for a signature scent that you can use every day and never get sick of? That’s where A Thousand Wishes comes in, which is one of the best-selling body care scents, year to date. Who knew that pink prosecco, quince, peonies, gilded amber, and amaretto crème could come together to create such a masterpiece?

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