Rare - Eau de Parfum

Smells very similar to Burberry Goddess. I don't detect any caramel whatsoever and I wouldn't call this a gourmand despite the marketing. It's a vanilla fragrance like Goddess. It's cheaper than goddess so if you liked that this is a nice alternative.

Surprising hit for me

I am traditionally not a gourmand girl, so I wasn’t expecting to love it as much as I do. It is sweet but in a really soft cloud-like way. I very rarely wear perfume to bed but I immediately thought this would be lovely to sleep in. It is very cozy and comforting.

LOVE IT

I am usually not a big fan of ambery vanilla scents but this smells amazing! It has the perfect balance of sweetness which blends into your own skins pH and creates the perfect sweet smell. I will be applying this more often.

Great Fragrance!!

Great scent! I loved the way it dried down onto me! The scent feels warm and mature while also having a layer of sweetness. The easiness in using the bottle is incredible! It’s easy to spray, doesn’t leak when spraying, and has an amazing lock feature. Definitely recommend!!!

Warm floral

I really like this perfume I like the pistachio no it does have floral to it but it definitely is gourmand It’s a sweet warm gourmand floral so I definitely say it’s a warm floral sweet warm mind if that makes sense. The pistachio is really nice.

Matched my expectations

I was blind buying cause of the scent profile and it matches perfectly my taste! Gives me a vibe of BurberryGoddess & Gucci FloraOrchid which I love. Depending on the occasion I like to combine it with the layering balms. Gentle sweet spicy

Not for me as a vanilla girl, disappointing

As a vanilla fanatic this disappointed me. I don’t get any vanilla. Just sandalwood and a kind of bug spray smell. Gave me a headache. I was so excited for the vanilla caramel but this scent failed for me

Beautiful long lasting scent!!

This fragrance duo (balm and spray) is absolutely stunning! It projects. It lasts. It smells so so good! I put it on and got compliments literally all day. This is such a great everyday fragrance. It’s sweet and clean and slightly floral but not overpowering at all. I highly recommend checking this out. It’s a great bang for your buck because a little really does go a long way!

Vibe

Honestly, Rare by Selena Gomez is such a vibe. The vanilla and caramel combo makes it smell super warm and kinda sweet without being too much. It’s cozy but still fresh, you know? I wear it pretty much every day now ‘cause it just feels good and I’ve gotten some nice compliments too. If you want a scent that’s low key but still stands out, this one’s definitely worth trying.

Absolutely amazing!

Absolutely adore this fragrance! It has a cozy, inviting warmth with a smooth blend of vanilla and caramel, balanced by light floral notes and a gentle hint of musk. It’s sweet in a soft, subtle way—more like a comforting hug than a loud perfume. There’s something really calming and personal about the scent, making it ideal for daily wear or more relaxed, intimate settings. It wears well throughout the day, lasting around 6 to 8 hours, and gradually melts into the skin, leaving behind a delicate, modern, feminine trail.

Sweet and fancy

Ok so I went into this with no expectations and Omg I am so pleasantly surprised with how amazing this perfume is!!! It smells so sweet but classy. It dries down so beautifully, more on the musky side and I get so many compliments. I am also obsessed with the rare amber balm it smells phenomenal just on its own. But paired together they’re just so yummy and I honestly have no complaints.

THE MOST HONEST REVIEW 👏🏾

As a long-time Rare Beauty stan, I’ve watched the brand grow from makeup to body care and now fragrance. The anticipation around this launch was real—and while the promos promised something special, the scent surprised me in a good way. What it smells like and how it evolves: it opens with a warm, spicy kick that feels cozy and very fall-ready. As it settles, it morphs into a smooth, pistachio-creamy vibe with a soft, nutty warmth that lingers on the skin. Worn solo, it reads as a true autumn fragrance—spicy, warm, creamy, and versatile enough to suit a range of moods. By day’s end it stays gentle, never loud, which I actually appreciated because it feels intimate rather than announcing my presence. The four balms: I also bought all four fragrance balms, and I love how they let you transform the scent to suit your vibe. They’re designed to skew the base notes toward floral, clean, citrus, or woody profiles, giving you a customizable touch depending on the moment or your mood. It’s a clever, truly innovative way to tailor a fragrance to your preferences without buying multiple full scents. Wearability and fall fit: this is a clear fall favorite—spicy, warm, creamy, and nutty all at once. It’s a scent that can feel whatever you want it to be, depending on how you layer it with the balms. Final thoughts: I’ll be wearing this all season. If you’re after something that’s cozy, a bit spicy, and gracefully creamy with a nutty whisper, this is worth a try. My only wish is a bit more longevity, but with the balms to customize and extend the vibe, it’s easy to adapt.