Looking for your next beautiful fragrance? Don’t look past local!

Given New Zealand is full of wild and wonderful natural extracts it’s the perfect habitat for original innovation in fragrance notes.  

Local brands also offer a range of formats from sprays and scent sticks to pulse point roll oils, solid colognes, and mists – not to mention some creative sustainable packaging choices. So, if you are looking to for a new signature scent, looking local could be a great place to start.  

At brands.co.nz, we stock a great collection of locally designed and produced fragrances.  

Here are some of our fav’s: 

Raw Nature Scent Stick – Harmony 

Made using 100% natural origin ingredients the Raw Nature Scent Stick – Harmony is a combined scent of soft blush roses, fruity citrus and delicate vanilla that transports your senses on a journey of lazy summers past. Harmony is Vegan, certified cruelty-free and free from toxins, alcohol, and parabens. Using Carboard compostable packaging Harmony is a zero-waste product. 

Jakob Carter Caribbean Dream Spray  

A New Zealand designed and manufactured fragrance, best described as an exotic, floral and sweet scent designed by Jakob Carter and kiwi icon Erin Simpson. The invigorating sweet scent is inspired by the tropical fruits and flowers of the Caribbean. The gold representing the golden sands while the clear glass and liquid mimic the crystal-clear lagoon waters. Caribbean Dream has a base of sandalwood, patchouli and vetiver. A heart of rose, lily and jasmine and top notes of plum, pear, lemon and mandarin which are fused together to create a bold and unique fragrance for the modern muse.  

Plant Potions I Am Love Pulse Point Oil 

Best described as a warm embrace with sweet layers of Rose and Vanilla oil and a finishing caress of Lavender flowers. A beautiful balance of feminine strength and softness to inspire your self-love daily ritual. 

Made with pure essential oils blended in organic jojoba oil and Vitamin E – crystals inside each bottle. 

Primrose & Co Botanical Perfumes - Sandalwood & Lavender 

So pretty to look at, be still, breathe deep calm your mind, body, and soul with this comforting, soothing scent. The Primrose & Co Botanical Perfume range are handmade with organic and natural ingredients, using essential oils and organic sunflower oil to nourish the skin. Also great for our world, they come in reusable glass roller bottles. 

And let’s not forget a local fragrance for him! 

Made in New Zealand with fragrance, New Zealand beeswax, and shea butter. Zorilla’s Travel Friendly Solid Cologne is a blend of essential oils and fragrance to create a musky, warm scent. Zorilla’s Solid Cologne has top notes of Oudh and leather - a warm woody aroma with strong base notes. With the addition of vetiver there is a slightly smoky base note. It is the perfect scent for someone who does not want a too powerful overwhelming cologne.