Need a Last-Minute Gift? Sephora's Making It Easy with 20% Off on Its Full-Size Perfumes

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Time's running out to find a thoughtful last-minute gift, but here's some good news to spread holiday cheer: Sephora's Beauty Insider-exclusive fragrance sale is still going strong. Now through Christmas Eve, shoppers can save 20 percent on full-size (meaning one-ounce or more) fragrances using the one-time code FRAGRANCE20 at checkout. It's the perfect opportunity to restock your holy-grail scents for less, or take advantage of markdowns on typically pricey perfumes, colognes, and gift sets a friend or family member has been hinting at all season.

As items at Sephora are known to sell out quickly, we suggest signing up as soon as possible to get in on these timely beauty deals. Plus, since the retailer is nicely offering free same-day delivery through December 24 with the code GETGIFTS, there's still plenty of time to shop cult-favorites, like Gucci's Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum and the Killian Paris classic Love, Don't Be Shy (which is rumored to be one of Rihanna's go-tos).

With over 1,500 gift-worthy options available on Sephora's website, we took the liberty of hand-picking a few of our all-time favorites to shop at the retailer right now. And keep checking this page, as we'll continue updating it with more editor-approved fragrance deals worth shopping.

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Black Opium Eau de Parfum

This shimmery black bottle looks stunning on any countertop, and is home to YSL Beauty's coveted Black Opium fragrance. It features a blend of warm and spicy notes, like black coffee, vanilla, and white flowers for good measure.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fblack-opium-P394534&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Black Opium Eau de Parfum</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$66.40</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Glossier You XL Eau de Parfum

Take advantage of 20 percent off on the extra large version of Glossier You exclusively during Sephora's fragrance sale. It's pink pepper, iris, and ambrox blend smells like your skin straight out of the shower—only better.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fglossier-glossier-you-eau-de-parfum-xl-P509457&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Glossier You XL Eau de Parfum</p><p>$78.40</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

L'Homme

Beauty Insiders gave this beloved cologne from YSL Beauty a perfect star rating for a reason. It expertly balances a woody vetiver note with citrusy, earthier ones, like bergamot and ginger.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fl-homme-P180727&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>L'Homme</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$86.40</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Miss Dior Eau de Parfum

Are floral fragrances among their preferred scents? We suggest adding this beloved pick from Dior to your shopping cart, which combines notes like lily of the valley, centifolia rose, and soft musk for a soft finish.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fdior-miss-dior-eau-de-parfum-P474316&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Miss Dior Eau de Parfum</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$72.00</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Yum Pistachio Gelato 33 Eau de Parfum Intense

The pistachio scent trend was one of the biggest of the year, which is even more reason to surprise a family member with this beloved gourmand fragrance from Kayali. It also happens to have the approval of over 2,000 Beauty Insiders.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fkayali-by-huda-yum-pistachio-gelato-33-edp-intense-P505421&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Yum Pistachio Gelato 33 Eau de Parfum Intense </p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$110.40</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum

Gucci's top-rated Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum combines white gardenia with solar jasmine grandiflorum absolute, for a robust scent everyone will ask them about. And once it dries down, the fragrance's pear blossom accord and brown sugar notes really come through.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fgucci-flora-by-gucci-gorgeous-gardenia-eau-de-parfum-P474051&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$134.40</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Fenty Eau de Parfum

We consider Rihanna's genderless Fenty Eau de Parfum one of the best created by a celebrity, since it features intoxicating notes of musk, magnolia, Bulgarian rose, and patchouli they'll reach for again and again.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Ffenty-eau-de-parfum-P503757&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Fenty Eau de Parfum</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$112.00</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Flowerbomb

As the name implies, Flowerbomb is an explosion of floral notes including jasmine, orange blossom and patchouli. This warm, floral perfume was chosen Most Popular on our list of Best Perfumes of All Time.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fflowerbomb-P255506&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Flowerbomb</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$70.40</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Light Blue Pour Homme Eau de Toilette

It's hard to go wrong when gifting a classic fragrance. Dolce and Gabbana's Light Blue Pour Homme is perfect for the person looking for a fresh and uplifting scent that's not too overpowering.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Flight-blue-pour-homme-P186402&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Light Blue Pour Homme Eau de Toilette </p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$80.00</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Replica Bubble Bath

Here's a soapy scent (it literally features soap bubble accord) from Maison Margiela to help them smell super fresh and clean well after a bath or shower.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fmaison-margiela-replica-bubble-bath-P466135&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Replica Bubble Bath</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$115.20</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Love, Don't Be Shy

Don't be shy about gifting this beloved Kilian perfume to a friend or family member. Just a few spritzes are all that's needed to enjoy its orange blossom, marshmallow and vanilla notes, which combine to create a warm, floral scent.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Flove-don-t-be-shy-P429621&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Love, Don't Be Shy</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$212.00</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne

Surprise the friend or family member who typically opts for woody or earthy scents with this sea salt- and sage-scented pick from Jo Malone, which is not only unisex, but also extremely layerable.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fwood-sage-sea-salt-cologne-P417179&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$124.00</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Daisy

Marc Jacobs's Daisy is a popular choice for someone looking to receive their next signature fragrance this holiday. Daisy's light, floral scent also includes more woody, fruit-forward hints of jasmine, sandalwood and strawberry.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fdaisy-P191858&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Daisy</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$72.00</p><span class="copyright">Sephora </span>

Dylan Blue

Versace's Dylan Blue tops our list of best colognes of all-time, and features refreshing yet earthy notes of fig leaf, patchouli, and violet. Plus, just imagine how stylish its navy blue and gold bottle will look on his countertop.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fdylan-blue-P411325&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Dylan Blue </p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$76.80</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

No.04 Bois de Balincourt Eau de Parfum

Anyone looking to transition their fragrance wardrobe to cleaner, more simplified formulas will enjoy wearing this coveted scent from Maison Louis Marie. It combines sandalwood, vetiver, and amber wood for a unique, earthy fragrance that works year-round.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fn0-04-bois-de-balincourt-eau-de-parfum-P431160&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>No.04 Bois de Balincourt Eau de Parfum</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$85.00</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Sì Eau de Parfum

The scent of a Mediterranean garden has been bottled up in the form of Armani Beauty's Sì, a fruity floral perfume containing robust notes of blackcurrant nectar, orange blossom and warm vanilla.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fsi-eau-de-parfum-P388029&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Sì Eau de Parfum</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$64.00</p><span class="copyright">Sephora </span>

Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum

Imagine the smile on your family member's face when they open this floral favorite from Gucci Beauty, which features notes like pear, white gardenia, and brown sugar.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fgucci-flora-by-gucci-gorgeous-gardenia-eau-de-parfum-P474051&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$94.40</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Tobacco Vanille

Opt for the value size of this popular Tom Ford fragrance—which over 1,200 Sephora shoppers swear by—that features layerable notes of tobacco leaf, vanilla, and ginger.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Ftobacco-vanille-P393151&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Tobacco Vanille</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$312.00</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Paradoxe Eau de Parfum

Not only can your giftee refill their original bottle once they've used up the entirety of this popular floral scent from Prada, but since it's made from recycled materials, there's also less risk of accidental bottle breakage.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fparadoxe-eau-de-parfum-P501198&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Paradoxe Eau de Parfum </p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$89.60</p><span class="copyright">Sephora</span>

Good Girl Eau de Parfum

Notes of jasmine, almond, coffee and tuberose power Carolina Herrera's editor-loved Good Girl fragrance, which are each stacked within this stylish high heeled bottle.

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fgood-girl-P420533&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpersbazaar.com%2Fbeauty%2Fhealth%2Fg42194346%2Fbest-sephora-fragrance-for-all-deals%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Good Girl Eau de Parfum</p><p>sephora.com</p><p>$102.40</p><span class="copyright">Sephora </span>

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