Hair Perfumes: The Fragrant Trend That’s Making Waves

30/8/2025

Glam Recco Correspondent

Perfume on the skin is classic — but perfume for the hair? That’s the latest beauty trend making its way from runways and red carpets to everyday routines. Hair perfumes (or hair mists) are fast becoming a go-to product for those who want their locks to smell divine while also staying healthy. Here’s everything you need to know.

Hair perfumes are specially formulated fragrance mists designed for your hair. Unlike regular perfumes that can dry out strands due to high alcohol content, hair perfumes are lighter, often enriched with nourishing ingredients like oils, vitamins, or UV filters. They’re meant to refresh the hair with scent while offering extra care.

Several luxury and niche beauty brands have stepped into this space. Some popular ones include:

• Chanel (Coco Mademoiselle Hair Mist)
   
• Dior (Miss Dior Hair Perfume)
   
• Byredo (Bal d’Afrique Hair Perfume)
   
• Gisou (founded by influencer Negin Mirsalehi, known for its honey-infused hair perfume)
   
• Ouai (Jen Atkin’s brand with cult-favorite hair & body mists)
   
• Maison Francis Kurkdjian (Baccarat Rouge 540 Hair Mist)
   

More accessible options are also emerging from brands like Bath & Body Works and Victoria’s Secret.

Yes — when used correctly. Unlike traditional perfumes, hair perfumes are formulated to be safe on strands. Many contain hydrating and protective agents that reduce dryness and help neutralize odors (like smoke or food smells). However, overuse or applying too close to the scalp should be avoided to prevent buildup.

Hair perfumes are often positioned as luxury beauty products. Prices range from ₹2,000–₹8,000 in India (or $25–$120 internationally), depending on the brand. Premium labels like Chanel and Byredo sit at the higher end, while lifestyle brands offer more budget-friendly options.

Hair perfumes are gender-neutral. While the marketing often leans towards women, men’s grooming brands are slowly introducing masculine-leaning scents as well. Fragrance profiles like woody, musky, and citrusy blends appeal across genders.

• Priyanka Chopra Jonas has shared that she loves keeping her hair smelling fresh for long days of shoots and events, often spritzing on a hair mist.
   
• Kim Kardashian has also been spotted endorsing scented hair products, emphasizing their role in a polished look.
   
• Beauty influencer Negin Mirsalehi (of Gisou) built an entire brand around her signature honey-infused hair perfume, loved by celebrities and stylists worldwide.

Hair perfumes are more than just a beauty indulgence — they’re a mix of luxury and practicality. They refresh, protect, and add a finishing touch of glamour, making them a must-try for fragrance lovers. Whether you go high-end with Dior or keep it trendy with Ouai, one spritz can take your hair (and your confidence) to the next level.

Tags: Glam Recco, Perfume, Parfum, Makeup, beauty, hair perfume.