When it comes to male fragrances, we’re all guilty of reaching for the usual suspects – Dior, Marc Jacobs, and Tom Ford. Sadly, while incredibly irresistible, these fragrances don’t reflect much diversity in the fragrance industry.
Enter Black-owned male fragrance brands, breaking barriers and bringing something fresh to the table. Whether you’re shopping for your boo or looking for a more masculine scent for yourself (aren’t they the best?), these ten brands are serving up blends that are too good to keep to yourself.
Get Right Fragrances
No one is a bigger fan of clean, Black-owned fragrance brand Get Right than me. Their scents are made of warm, sophisticated, bold blends of ingredients that smell amazing and even have some aromatherapy benefits.
If you’re looking for a perfume that will make your babe all giddy and excited to see you despite the argument you had last night, try the brand’s Clean Team Black ($95) option, which features bergamot, sandalwood, and white musk notes.
Ovation
Is it the Sexiest Men’s Convention, or is it just your man’s fragrance?
Ovation For Men scents are all about sexy, sophisticated vibes, so expect them to smell fresh, vibrant and captivating (like a room full of rich hotties) but also a little mysterious thanks to animalistic musk and earthy sandalwood notes.
My favorite is the Ovation For Men Sport ($110) pick.
World Of Chris Collins
Is there a more popular Black-owned male fragrance genius than Chris Collins? My boyfriend doesn’t think so. He has a way with scents and knows how to blend ingredients that match your every mood.
Whether you’re seeking to unleash your wild side, unleash your animalistic masculine energy, or exude pure seduction, Chris Collins has a fragrance for you.
People have been raving about the African Rooibos ($175), Lust ($225), and Lost in Paradise ($175) for years, and for good reason. They’re e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g!
Savoir Faire Parfums
I imagine this exactly how intense, passionate, ‘God, I love you so much’ would smell like. A fantasy, I know, but that’s just the vibe of Savoir Faire fragrances.
For instance, soul Cafe ($135) is a fiery, passionate scent that makes you feel like being devoured. Really, everything is on the table at Soul Café.
Nick Ricardo
Nick Yeast, the dynamic founder of the Nick Ricardo Collection, has been redefining beauty norms with this groundbreaking gender-neutral male fragrance line.
Committed to breaking down gender barriers, the scent collection elevates the narrative for Black people, non-binary, transgene, and gender non-conforming individuals, transforming the beauty zeitgeist one perfume at a time.
The Nick Ricardo Turbulent EDP is their best seller.
H.I.Mstry Naturals
H.I.MStry Naturals brand is a Black-owned bodycare and skincare collective that is fresh and appealing to everyone that encounters it.
Their Alpha by H.I.M EDP ($60) is an exotic and masculine scent with a rich and spicy aura where emotion meets nirvana. It’s incredibly seductive and intimate, like a second skin.
Valhalla Perfumes
When I think of eternal paradise, I picture a realm where every breath is pure bliss—a place you’d never want to leave. If Valhalla is the mythical Norse afterlife, it must smell like this heavenly Black-owned male fragrance.
It’s a scent that greets you with a burst of citrusy bergamot, mandarin, and pear top notes, followed by sweet, warm, and endlessly comforting cedarwood and cashmere heart notes and sensual, smoky Amberwood bae notes.
Honestly, this fragrance is so captivating that you’d want to linger in Valhalla forever. Valhalla Paradis Des Sens ($215) is my favorite.
Nosegasm
Nosegasm, created by Michael Boadi, is one of the most exclusive and exquisite Black-owned fragrances in the world.
With its perfectly balanced notes, Nosegasm evokes a moment of olfactory ecstasy, whether you’re drawn to its fresh citrus top notes, warm heart, or deeply comforting base.
It’s a scent designed to captivate and leave you wanting more, making every encounter a moment to savor.
Mystery Modern Mark
Mystery, Modern Mark fragrances are a daring Citrus Gourmand brand for men that redefines modern masculinity.
Their Absocute scent screams “I CAN’T GET ENOUGH!” with its captivating allure and has a way of commanding attention, exuding style, class, and panache.
A true embodiment of contemporary elegance, this scent wraps the wearer in an irresistible, euphoric glow that captivates everyone, making it perfect for the modern man.
