Bath & Body Works has been in the market for over three decades. The company that started its journey from New Albany, Ohio, has expanded across six continents.
The company offers a ridiculous number of fragrances to choose from. You will get 300 to 400 unique scents in the Bath and Body Work stores at any given time. During festive seasons, the number can reach up to 500 or more.
The company keeps on changing its product line. It withdraws scents frequently to make room for newer fragrances. As a result, it often becomes hard to find the old favorites.
Here we list some old rare Bath & Body Works scents that are no more on the market. However, the company sometimes brings back the old fragrances as special limited editions to celebrate the nostalgia. So, if you are looking for a rare Bath & Body Works scent, keep an eye on their website; it may make a comeback.
9. Secret Wonderland
Main accords: Fruity, sweet, powdery, vanilla, white floral, amber, musky
Made for: Women
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Secret Wonderland was launched in the fall of 2010 as a Floral Fruity fragrance for women. It was packaged in a fairy-tale-themed purple and pink flacon. It introduced a fragrant composition of fruity notes of strawberry blended with frozen jasmine petals.
The top notes feature Big Strawberry, Red Berry, and Raspberry. Middle notes blend gardenia and jasmine petals with peach nectar. The base notes include White Amber, Sandalwood, Coconut Musk, and Vanille.
Did you know?
The Secret Wonderland fragrance was also available as bubble bath, shower gel, body butter, body lotion, shower cream, and hand cream.
8. Black Amethyst
Main accords: woody, citrus, patchouli, earthy, aromatic, powdery, floral, white floral, warm spicy, fruity
Made for: Women
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It is an Amber Floral fragrance for women launched in 2009. The top notes are Bergamot, Orange, Mandarin Orange, Melon, and Tangerine, middle notes feature Tuberose, Gardenia, Magnolia, Camelia, Lily-of-the-valley, Peony, and Freesia. The base notes include Patchouli, Sandalwood, Musk, Vetiver, and Vanilla.
The perfume was part of Bath & Body Works’ signature collection. The company described it as their sexiest perfume. Besides Black Amethyst perfume, the fragrance was also used in shower gel, body splash, body cream, perfumed hand cream, and body butter.
Did you know?
The first Bath & Body Works store was opened in a mall in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
7. Twilight Woods
Main accords: woody, powdery, fruity, vanilla, sweet, musky, floral, coconut, lactonic, tropical
Made for: Women
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This Floral Woody Musk fragrance was launched in 2009 as part of Bath & Body Work’s “Cuddler” collection. This product line was specially crafted to make the user cozy, comfortable, and relaxed.
The top notes of this calming fragrance include Coconut, Mandarin Orange, and Wild Berries. The middle notes are Mimosa, Apricot, Freesia, Frangipani, and Honeysuckle. Base notes feature Vanille, Agarwood (Oud), Woodsy Notes, and Orris Root.
Twilight Wood is described as “A romantic walk in enchanted woods, captured in a fragrance. A hypnotic blend developed to instantly evoke the mystery and beauty of enchanted woods. When the sun has set and the evening begins, the unique enchantment of twilight woods is awakened through sights, sounds, and scents.
A new distinctly feminine fragrance, an alluring blend of bright flowers, surprising spices, and creamy woods — layers upon layers of youthful luxury with an elegant touch of cashmere, captures the singular pleasure of a twilight stroll. Perfect for a cozy night in or magical night out, the intensely feminine fragrance wraps the wearer in soothing warmth.”
Did you know?
The fragrance was the brainchild of three Firmenich master perfumers, Harry Fremont, Jane Konnyu, and Honorine Blanc. Fremont took a bold step to use new ingredients like sustainable hardwood, and Konnyu added a touch of femininity by using sparkling fruits and creamy white flowers. Blanc designed the final product with his unique sense of playful modernity.
6. Breathe Romance
Main accords: Amber, citrus, sweet, floral, honey, woody, warm spicy, tropical, balsamic
Made for: Women
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Breathe Romance was an Amber fragrance for women released in the 2000s. It was created by French master perfumer Calice Becker. It was available as a fragrance mist.
The fragrance is made of papaya wood, honeyed orange, myrrh, lemon, and amber. The label said, “This sensuous amber myrrh fragrance will inspire true romance and total wellbeing.”
As the company has discontinued the product, it has become a rare find. On eBay, it is sold for $250 or more.
Did you know?
Bath & Body Works and Victoria’s Secret are owned by the same parent company, L Brands.
5. Green Cloer and Aloe
Main accords: Green, woody, aquatic, floral, fresh, citrus, musky, white floral
Made for: Women
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Green Cloer and Aloe is a floral fragrance for women. The scent was launched in 2001 and contained the fragrance profile of wild summer herbs.
The top notes include Aloe Vera, Green Notes, and Citruses. The middle notes feature Jasmine, Water Lily, and Eucalyptus. The base notes are Exotic wood and Musk.
Did you know?
In 1997, Bath & Body Works launched a secondary brand called Bath & Body Works at Home.
4. Cool Citrus Basil
Main accords: Citrus, fresh spicy, aromatic, green, rose, yellow floral, sweet, woody
Made for: Women
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Cool Citrus Basil was introduced in 2000 as a fragrance mist for women. The fragrance is now discontinued and hard to find. However, many other companies have launched fragrances with similar aromas.
It has a very interesting fragrance profile. The top notes of this fragrance feature Basil, California Orange, Lemon, and Sicilian Bergamot. The middle notes are Damask Rose, Clove, and Ylang Ylang, and the base notes are Precious Woods and Musk.
Did you know?
The first Bath and Body Works store outside North America was opened in Kuwait in October 2010.
3. Freesia Fields
Main accords: Floral, green, white floral, musky, rose, warm spicy
Made for: Women
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Freesia Fields was a Floral fragrance launched in the early 1990s. The fragrance was quite popular before the company decided to discontinue it. It was available as a cologne for women.
It is a fresh floral scent with top notes of green, rose, and clove. The middle notes feature freesia, cyclamen, and jasmine. The base note is warm and musky.
The first spray may smell a little alcohol-like, but after a few seconds, it transforms into a soothing floral fragrance.
Did you know?
Bath & body included this scent in their “throwback fragrance collection” of 2016.
2. Juniper Breeze
Main accords: Fresh, woody, aromatic, fresh spicy, aldehydic, ozonic, fruity, musky, sweet
Made for: Men and women
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Juniper Breeze is an aromatic fragrance that was released sometime in the 1990s. This retired scent is rare as it cannot be bought from Bath & Body Works stores. The company described it as “breath in the fresh scent of evergreens in a meadow breeze,” Reviews say the scent of the body mist stays on for 8 hours.
The scent is suitable for both men and women. The profile is very different from the regular fruity and floral fragrances. The base notes are Precious Woods and Musk, the middle notes are Jasmine and Ylang-Ylang, and the top notes feature Mountain Air, Juniper, Aldehydes, Green Apple, and Pineapple.
Did you know?
Bath & Body Works hold two semi-annual sales when you can get their products at a discounted price. One sale kicks off right after Christmas, and the other one starts in June-July.
1. Hello Kitty
Main accords: sweet, tropical, fruity, floral, fresh, powdery, chocolate
Made for: Women
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Hello Kitty is one of the rarest Bath & Body Works scents. This floral fruity gourmand fragrance for women was released as a limited edition. Now it is almost impossible to get hold of this product.
This signature perfume was a sparking mixture of lush vanilla orchids, tropical fruit, and chocolate notes. It had a very complex fragrance profile. Hello Kitty was primarily targeted toward girls in their teens and tweens. However, the fragrance was surprisingly mature that wouldn’t fall flat like many other similar products.
Did you know?
Bath & Body Works uses the name Kate as the fictional founder. It is a part of their marketing strategy. Every Bath & Body Works store is modeled like Kate’s house, where the customers are her guests.
