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New year, new scents
By Destinee Scott
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Updated Jan 6, 2025
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If you've been waiting to stock up on best-selling (and smelling) , I have some good news: the brand's highly anticipatedSemi-Annual Sale is on now through Jan. 17. Never shopped the monster savings event? All you need to know is that you can saveup to 75 percent on a slew ofcandles,lotions, hand soaps,body mistsand more.Someof the brand's cult-favorite products are even up for grabs for less than $5(see: the men'sAfter Dark 3-in-1 body washthat makes for the perfectValentine's Day gift for him).So, if you, like me, can't live without the brand'sParis Amour 3-wick candleandPure Wonder Ultimate Hydration body cream, you might want to grab your wallet and make room in your bathroom cabinet...like, right now.
I promise youwon't be disappointed with the Floral Fantasy fine fragrance mist that buyers can't stop talking about orthe Vanilla Bean Noel laundry detergent, which is guaranteed to make your clothes smell way better than your average laundry detergent. But there's a lot more where those come from.To help you gear up for your shopping spree, I sniffed out all of the best products to stock up on for less than $20.
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1. Bath & Body Works Paris Amour 3-Wick Candle
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Obsessed withEmily in Paris? Then you'll love thisthree-wick candlethat has a certain je ne sais quoi. Much like our girl Emily herself, it stands out in the crowd with notes of French tulips, apple blossoms, sparkling pink champagne, sandalwood *and* creamy musk. It'spretty muchlike Paris in a candle—and to that I say, "Oui, s'il vous plait!"
2. Bath & Body Works Floral Fantasy Fine Fragrance Mist
Bath & Body Works
There's a reason why this fragrance mist has more than 800 5-star reviews at Bath & Body Works, and believe it or not, it's not just because its flowery blend of peach osmanthus, jasmine and warm patchouli reminds buyers of a popular designer perfume (ahem, Viktor&Rolf Flowerbomb). More importantly, as one buyer says, the refreshing scent lastsallday, so if I were you, I would stock up for the new year because it hassome serious potential to become your new go-to scent.
3. Bath & Body Works Pure Wonder Ultimate Hydration Body Cream
Bath & Body Works
This Pure Wonder body cream—which purports to hydrate dry skin for up to 24 hours—is your secret weapon against dry and dreary winter weather, and not just because of its moisture-locking formula.Per the brand,its mood-liftingfragranceis supposed to "smell dreamy, warm and joyfully bright,"aided by notes of iced rosé and warm white amber. If that doesn't putyou in a good mood,perhaps the cute packaging will.
4. Bath & Body Works After Dark 3-in-1 Body Wash
Bath & Body Works
If the man in your life constantly steals your shower products, I suggest treating him to this three-in-one product that nourishes and conditions hair, face and body. It's part of the men's collection and hasvelvety notes of spiced bergamot and amber. While one shopper calls it the "best men's scent [Bath & Body Works]has ever made," other reviewers say that the sexy fragrance is totally unisex.That said, I wouldn't be surprised if you started "borrowing" it from him once you catch a whiff of it, as many buyers have.
5. Bath & Body Works Vanilla Bean Noel Laundry Detergent
Bath & Body Works
If you're a sucker forscented laundry detergents, you'll be very pleased with this pick that will make your clothes (and bedding) smell like fresh-baked treats. No, for real, I recently took a trip to Bath & Body Works to get a whiff of this stuff and was immediately won over by its cozy blend of fresh vanilla bean and warm caramel. And get this: It offers up to 64 washes per bottle, so you can keep your clothes looking *and* smelling good for months. P.S. If you want an even stronger scented wash, you can also scoop up the Vanilla Bean Noel fragrance booster while it's on sale for $10.
6. Bath & Body Works Winter Gentle and Clean Foaming Hand Soap
Bath & Body Works
You can never have too many hand soaps, especially when it comes to Bath & Body Works' unique offerings.With its clean and crisp notes ofspiced orange, fir balsam and clove bud, this best-selling option is sure to transport you to a woodsy winter wonderland every time you wash your hands.Not to mention, the nourishing formula is infused with vitamin E, shea extract and aloe, so your skinwill thank you.
7. Bath & Body Works Champagne Toast 3-Wick Candle
Bath & Body Works
If there's anything worth toastingto during theBath & Body Works Semi-Annual Sale, it's this 3-wick candle that literally smells likea sweet, sparkling spritz. In fact, buyers saythatwhen the candle is lit, thechampagne-inspired scent fills their entire home—and I'd consider that a reason to celebrate.
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