The Perfume Apothecary Reviews 51

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent product selection, highlighting the availability of niche and hard-to-find fragrances, and appreciate the opportunity to try samples from various brands. Many consumers are delighted with their purchases, noting the high quality of the products and the sturdy sample bottles. People frequently commend the fast shipping and efficient delivery service, with orders arriving quickly and well-packaged. Reviewers also appreciate the personalized touches, such as handwritten thank-you notes and complimentary samples. However, some people were dissatisfied with an occasional issue where a parcel was returned due to an address identification problem.

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Based on these reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Perfume Apothecary is such a lovely little haven for fragrance enthusiasts. They’ve got a brilliant mix, everything from hard to find indie and niche gems to some of the bigger, on trend names y... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautifully packaged, with a personalised note 🥰 really impressed - thank you so much 😊 Will definitely be back to order more, as you have so many to try! ❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They had scents my usual place did not carry, so I placed a hesitant order, as one never knows. I am delighted with my purchase - my perfumes arrived quickly, well packaged and smelling great. Will de... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great perfume provider! I get to try all the expensive or hard to find perfumes before I buy. Always well packaged, received quickly, and with a lovely hand-written thank you note.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Took a few days to dispatch the order, and then the parcel was returned by Royal Mail because apparently it’s impossible to identify the address on the parcel. Edit: changed my review from 1 star t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was a surprise to find an available sample of the Sorce Snow Moon Magic perfume. I'm left satisfied with my purchase because the fragrance is divine! It was also very sweet to receive the sample, a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Order arrived quickly with a nice little thank you message on card. Sample bottles are quite sturdy and spray well. More unusual range than other sample sites. Great to be able to try Zoologist & H... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing! Really wanted to try some fragrances only available in the US so I got some 10mls of them to try out. Very quick delivery and customer service is spectacular. Very accessible and perfect for... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I absolutely love this little business. They are very precise. The decants of fragrances are absolutely amazing! And there is plenty to pick from. She is always adding more whenever she can and it's a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Managed to get some Sorce perfumes i’ve been wanting to try, they arrived in good timing and i’m really pleased i was able to find them.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely website with a beautiful range of fragrances that are difficult to get hold of. Ordered from here a few times and it's always a pleasure.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Received my samples, very impressed with all of them. Economical way to sample expensive fragrances, and with some of them 2mls will last forever. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast shipping and really good packaging. The website has the most beautiful and interesting catalogue to choose from.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always ships really quick, has more options for niche perfumes that you can’t get anywhere else.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service, my parcel arrived very quickly and was well packaged! Very happy to receive the sample of a perfume I’ve wanted to try for ages. Thank you :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The package arrived in immaculate condition and the samples were in very high quality glass sprays. Would definitely recommend The Perfume Apothecary.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing little website! Great customer service. Package came quickly, was well wrapped and I can’t wait to get more. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Unbelievably fast, with everything securely packaged and clearly labelled. I'm a very happy repeat customer.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great selection and a very friendly seller. Came packaged well and labelled. Would buy again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very quick delivery, easy purchase system, fantastic variety of some of the ‘less popular’ perfumes :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great way of testing out a perfume! Sample bottle was a good size too.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The choice and selection was wonderful. My only nice criticism is maybe looking to finding some more brands to branch out to, The delivery was perfect and the owner is so lovely. I really appreciate t... See more


Company details

  1. Perfume Store
  2. Flavours, Fragrances and Aroma Supplier

Written by the company

The Perfume Apothecary offers niche and designer fragrance sample decants making it the premier destination for fragrance enthusiasts seeking a curated selection of niche and designer perfumes in convenient, travel-friendly sizes. Specialising in decanting luxury scents, we offer an extensive range of authentic fragrance samples, allowing customers to explore and indulge in the art of perfumery without committing to full bottles. Our mission is to make high-end fragrances accessible to everyone by providing affordable, high-quality samples from renowned designer houses and niche perfumers worldwide. Whether you're discovering new scents, building a personal collection, or searching for the perfect gift, Apothecary ensures an unparalleled fragrance experience tailored to your needs. With a focus on authenticity, customer satisfaction, and sustainable practices, The Perfume Apothecary is the ultimate partner in your scent journey. Discover your signature scent today, one decant at a time.


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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I absolutely love this little business

I absolutely love this little business. They are very precise. The decants of fragrances are absolutely amazing! And there is plenty to pick from. She is always adding more whenever she can and it's always a really nice surprise to find out what things she is picked up ❤️

31 March 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great perfume provider

Great perfume provider! I get to try all the expensive or hard to find perfumes before I buy. Always well packaged, received quickly, and with a lovely hand-written thank you note.

25 March 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Unusual Samples and Quick Delivery

Order arrived quickly with a nice little thank you message on card.
Sample bottles are quite sturdy and spray well.
More unusual range than other sample sites. Great to be able to try Zoologist & Heretic.
Will definitely use again.

28 November 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gorgeous scents from The Perfume Apothecary

They had scents my usual place did not carry, so I placed a hesitant order, as one never knows. I am delighted with my purchase - my perfumes arrived quickly, well packaged and smelling great. Will definitely use again.

3 October 2025

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