A Better Way to Discover Fragrance
RareScents exists because the traditional way of buying fragrance is broken. You either gamble $300 on a bottle you've never smelled, or settle for whatever's at the department store.
We built a different approach: curated discovery that lets you explore new and unique fragrances. Try them. Learn what resonates. Only commit when you're certain.
Our collection focuses on rare and unique fragrances—from Middle Eastern niche houses to global ateliers—scents you won't find at every shopping center. We're not trying to stock everything. We're curating what makes you stop and say "wow."
Over 6,000 customers have discovered their signature scent this way, without the risk.
When Everything Started Smelling the Same
I used to be a fragrance collector. Built up a decent collection over the years—all the hyped releases, the popular designers, the "must-haves" everyone talked about online.
Then something happened: everything started smelling the same.
I'd spray something new and just feel... nothing. No excitement. No discovery. Just another variation of the same notes I'd smelled a hundred times before.
That's when I stumbled on Arabian Oud Amiri.
It was completely different from anything in my collection. Rich, complex, unapologetically bold. It reminded me why I fell in love with fragrance in the first place—that feeling of discovering something that genuinely moves you.
I started exploring more Middle Eastern fragrances. Gissah. Ibrahim Al Qurashi. Traditional perfume houses creating incredible work that nobody in my circles had ever heard of. Each one felt like a discovery, not just another purchase.
This isn't about building a huge catalog. It's about helping people find that "wow" fragrance—the one that makes them excited about scent again.
— Anthony
What Guides Us
Unique Over Popular
If it's hyped everywhere, you don't need us. We focus on fragrances that offer something genuinely different—whether that's a Middle Eastern niche house, a French atelier, or an artisan creating exceptional work outside the mainstream.
The "Wow" Test
Every fragrance we stock made us stop and pay attention when we first smelled it. If it doesn't create that moment of discovery, it doesn't belong here.
Curation Over Catalog
We're not trying to stock everything. We're selecting what's exceptional and helping you navigate it without the overwhelm.
Education, Not Gatekeeping
Whether it's oud, iris, ambroxan, or any other note—we explain clearly what you're experiencing. No pretension, just honest context.
Authenticity Guaranteed
Everything is sourced from official distributors. Our decants are filled professionally with clean equipment. Your trust matters more than any sale.
Discovery is Personal
Your "wow" fragrance might be completely different from ours. Our job is creating a safe, affordable way for you to explore and find what resonates with you.