published on in blog

8 Budget Picks That Smell Like Le Labo

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.

When Le Labo released Thé Matcha 26 perfume, TikTok went crazy for its sweet yet bitter scent profile. Since then, the craze for matcha perfume has taken off. For matcha latte fans, smelling like your favorite drink is reason enough to jump on the bandwagon—although you don’t have to like drinking matcha in order to wear it. While drinking matcha is thought to offer health perks, like improved heart health and reduced inflammation, wearing matcha-scented perfume is guaranteed to have great social benefits.

The matcha scent is a popular perfume this year for a reason. It has something for everyone to love—it’s sweet, while still having earthy notes. (This makes it a bit more sophisticated than Warm Vanilla Sugar from Bath and Body Works.) The best matcha perfumes are perfect for everyday wear, all while satisfying your craving for something unique and fresh. 

With so many brands trying their hand at matcha perfumes, there’s different variations to try depending on the scent notes you love most. For something citrusy and earthy, try Le Labo THÉ MATCHA 26. For a sweeter scent with notes of coconut and peanut, spritz yourself with J-Scent’s Roasted Green Tea

While Le Labo’s matcha perfume starts at $99, not everyone is willing to empty their wallets just to get in on the matcha craze. Thankfully, with so many matcha perfumes on the market, there’s something for every price range. If you’re not sure which perfume to pick up, we’ve rounded up the best (and most TikTok-beloved) matcha perfumes to get you started. 

  • Le Labo Thé Matcha 26

    Le Labo Thé Matcha 26

    Presenting the matcha-scented perfume that started it all: Le Labo’s Thé Matcha 26. This eau de parfum is described as combining citrus with woodsy notes—a must for anyone who is sure of their devotion for matcha perfume.
  • Dossier Citrus Matcha

    Dossier Citrus Matcha

    On Sale 10% off

    Dossier is known for having great budget-friendly perfumes that smell almost identical to your designer favorites. The brand’s Citrus Matcha perfume is inspired by Le Labo’s Thé Matcha 26, but it’s available for a fraction of the price at $35.10. It’s a great option for anyone who wants to try out a matcha perfume but can’t justify a hefty price tag.
  • Le Monde Gourmand Thé Matcha Eau de Parfum

  • Maison Margiela Replica Matcha Meditation

    Maison Margiela Replica Matcha Meditation

    Maison Margiela’s Matcha Meditation is another iconic matcha perfume. Like Le Labo’s version, it’s described as citrusy but with key notes of Bergamot Essence, Matcha Accord, and Moss Accord. If it’s in your price range, it’s definitely one of the best matcha perfumes to own.
  • Arielle Shoshana Sunday

    Arielle Shoshana Sunday

    Sunday by Arielle Shoshana is a bit different from Le Labo’s Thé Matcha 26. It still has matcha as a base note, but it also contains notes of rice milk and cinnamon. If you’re a fan of sweeter matcha perfumes, this is definitely one to check out.
  • J-Scent Roasted Green Tea

    J-Scent Roasted Green Tea

    J-Scent’s Roasted Green Tea is also a little different from the citrusy matcha perfumes. Instead, it has top notes of coconut and peanut, which give it the aroma of roasted tea leaves. It’s a favorite on TikTok and some describe it as smelling more like real matcha than Le Labo’s Thé Matcha 26.
  • Sorcellerie Apothecary Match Made in Heaven

    Sorcellerie Apothecary Match Made in Heaven Extrait de Parfum

    Unfortunately, it seems like TikTok got to this Match Made in Heaven Extrait de Parfum before we could. It’s said to be inspired by the smell of Maiko Matcha, a popular matcha cafe. TikTokers were quick to rave about this perfume and its sweet vanilla soft-serve, cherry blossom, and waffle cone notes. Sadly it’s sold out at the moment, but we’re adding it to the list in hopes that it gets restocked so we can try it out too!
  • Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Scent Spray

    Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Scent Spray

    As recommended by TikTok, Elizabeth Arden’s Green Tea Scent Spray is another more affordable matcha perfume option. For $36, this scent is said to energize by intertwining natural ingredients for a balanced fragrance. TikToker Boycosniffs describes it as being summery and citrusy.

ncG1vNJzZmirpK65pq%2FArKueql6YvK57y6Kqratfoq61r8eaZKmdopvCrrGO