Recognise these familiar faces? These iconic K-drama stars have captured the hearts of fans with their beloved on-screen roles and charming aura on the red carpet.
But beyond their acting skills and good looks, we’re intrigued by their choice of fragrances that reflect their unique personalities!
Whether they wear these scents daily or use them to get into character, it’s clear that fragrances play a significant role in their lives.
Check out our list of their favorite perfumes, and discover where you can experience these scents for yourself!
Park Seo-joon
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Park Seo-joon’s go-to scent is the timeless Byredo Blanche Eau de Parfum. This fragrance embodies purity and innocence, starting with fresh aldehyde and subtle rose notes. Additionally, hints of sandalwood and musk evoke the warmth of human touch.
Some say it reminds them of the crispness of clean clothes or newly changed sheets, providing a comforting and recognisable scent!
The Byredo Blanche Eau de Parfum retails for RM1229 on Zalora.
Song Hye-kyo
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Song Hye-kyo, a fan of Penhaligon’s Orange Blossom Eau de Toilette, selected this refreshing fragrance as her favorite on the Korean beauty show Get It Beauty.
This summery scent is designed to evoke the beauty of blooming orange orchards, blending neroli, pink pepper, Egyptian jasmine, and sandalwood. The citrusy touch enhances the lively nature of this perfume, reminiscent of bottled sunshine!
The Penhaligon’s Orange Blossom Eau de Toilette retails for RM873 at Zalora.
Son Ye-jin
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The Chloé Iconic Signature Eau De Parfum captures a perfect blend of delicate femininity and unwavering confidence., making it no surprise that Son Ye-jin has chosen this fragrance as her personal favorite.
The light and playful essence of peony and lychee is paired with the alluring and luxurious scent of roses, while the addition of warm amber and sophisticated cedarwood creates a captivating aroma. This vibrant and effortlessly stylish fragrance truly embodies the spirit of the contemporary woman!
The Chloé Iconic Signature Eau De Parfum retails for RM125 (10ml), RM330 (30ml), RM480 (50ml), and RM590 (75ml) at Sephora.
Hyun Bin
Hyun Bin uses the luxurious Creed Millésime Impérial Fragrance – a scent that exudes regality, with a hefty price tag to match!
This exquisite perfume has a distinct marine essence, enriched by base notes of cedarwood, sandalwood, and musk. It also incorporates refreshing hints of bergamot and blackcurrant, creating an elegant and timeless aroma.
The Creed Millésime Impérial Fragrance retails for RM1441 on Zalora.
Choi Hyun-wook
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Choi Hyun-wook is a fan of the Chamo Perfume by the emerging Korean brand Tamburins. This brand has gained recognition and support from many Korean celebrities, including Jennie from Blackpink!
By blending the soothing aroma of chamomile with the slightly bitter clary sage and cozy musk, this fragrance creates a captivating scent that turns traditional woody notes into a truly comforting experience.
The Tamburins Chamo Perfume retails for RM720 on Zalora.
Byeon Woo-seok
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Byeon Woo-seok, a fellow Tamburins enthusiast, recently mentioned in an interview with GQ Korea that he’s a fan of the Tamburins Perfume Balm!
He specifically enjoys using both Holy Metal and Pumkini, as he finds Holy Metal to have a cozy and inviting aroma with hints of cypress leaf and white musk. On the other hand, Pumkini offers a sweeter fragrance with notes of white pumpkin, ginger, and creamy coconut milk.
The Tamburins Perfume Balm retails for RM260 on Zalora.
Kim Hye-yoon
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Kim Hye-yoon recently shared that she opted for the Santa Maria Novella Melograno Eau de Cologne while filming scenes as Sol, her character in the popular K-drama Lovely Runner!
This captivating fragrance is a delightful blend of sweet floral oriental scents, with a strong emphasis on the enchanting aroma of pomegranate. It also incorporates hints of rose, ylang ylang, patchouli, and musk, resulting in a tantalising and invigorating fragrance.
The Santa Maria Novella Melograno Eau de Cologne retails for RM550 (50ml) and RM800 (100ml) on Escentials.
Rowoon
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Idol-turned-actor Rowoon recently revealed that his favorite fragrance is a feminine one – Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s À La Rose Eau de Parfum!
This scent combines the beautiful aroma of Damascena roses and Centifolia roses, along with hints of pear, lychee, and violet. The overall effect is a delicate and romantic take on a classic floral perfume.
The Maison Francis Kurkdjian À La Rose Eau de Parfum retails for RM1053 on Zalora.
Park Min-young
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Park Min-young has chosen the Creed Love In White Fragrance, which embodies a floral and fresh scent.
The combination of delicate jasmine, rose, and powdery iris creates a beautiful contrast with the juicy orange notes. To add a touch of sensuality, the fragrance is finished off with cedarwood. This exquisite blend captures the essence of nature, resulting in a pure and refreshing fragrance!
The Creed Love In White Fragrance retails for RM1180 on PerfumeStore.my.
Lee Hyeri
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Lee Hyeri absolutely adores this fragrance, so much so that her staff affectionately refers to it as the “Hyeri scent”!
Her favorite fragrance is the timeless Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Cologne, a delightful scent that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. It combines top notes of freshly ripened pears, heart notes of delicate white freesias, and warm base notes of amber, patchouli, and woods.
The Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Cologne retails for RM115 (9ml), RM355 (30ml), RM465 (50ml) and RM655 (100ml) at Sephora.
Wi Ha-joon
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Similarly,Wi Ha-joon is a fan of the Jo Malone Oud and Bergamot Cologne Intense!
During an interview, he mentioned that a fan had given it to him as a gift, and he wore it daily to fully immerse himself in his role for his recent drama, The Midnight Romance in Hagwon.
The Jo Malone Oud and Bergamot Cologne Intense is a captivating blend of oud, black musk, and bergamot. Its enchanting aroma creates a mesmerising and irresistible allure, surrounding the wearer with its profound and intense essence.
The Jo Malone Oud and Bergamot Cologne Intense retails for RM650 (50ml) and RM935 (100ml) on Jo Malone’s website.
IU
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IU recently shared with her fans during a livestream how much she loves the Diptyque Eau des Sens Hair Mist. She mentioned using it not only on her hair but also all over her body as a regular fragrance.
The scent features fresh and zesty notes like orange blossom, patchouli, and juniper berry, creating a vibrant and invigorating fragrance with a touch of spice – ideal for a refreshing pick-me-up anytime!
The Diptyque Eau des Sens Hair Mist retails for RM319 at KENS Apothecary.
Yoona
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Yoona absolutely loves the timeless Issey Miyake L’Eau D’Issey Eau De Toilette as her signature scent, and it’s easy to understand why!
This fragrance combines the delicate scents of lotus and rose as its top notes, followed by a beautiful bouquet of lilies as its heart notes. The woody base notes add a touch of warmth and balance to the overall perfume.
Encased in an elegant and slim bottle, this fresh and airy fragrance adds a touch of sensuality that perfectly complements Yoona’s refreshing and captivating aura.
The Issey Miyake L’Eau D’Issey Eau De Toilette retails for RM420 (50ml and RM470 (100ml) at PerfumeStore.my.
Moon Ga-young
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Moon Ga-young is a fan of gender-neutral perfumes and enjoys buying men’s fragrances. In fact, she often gets mistaken for buying them as gifts for others!
She currently loves the Dior Homme Intense Eau De Parfum, a luxurious scent that showcases elegance.
Featuring hints of lavender, iris, cedar wood, and ambrette, this fragrance will definitely add a touch of sensuality and boldness to your aura, boosting your confidence.
The Dior Homme Intense Eau De Parfum retails for RM460 (50ml) and RM635 (100ml) at Sephora.
Lee Min-ho
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Lee Min-ho’s fragrance of choice is the timeless and versatile Pour Homme Soir Eau de Toilette from Bulgari!
With a blend of Darjeeling tea, bergamot, papyrus, amber, and musk, this fragrance exudes warmth and sophistication, perfect for any event.
The Bulgari Pour Homme Soir Eau de Toilette retails for RM600 on PerfumeStore.my.
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