I’ve always been a body mist girl. Perfume feels a little too serious for me, like it’s reserved for special occasions, but mists are my everyday go-to. They’re light, fun, and easy to spritz on before I run out the door.
For a while, I was hooked on Sol de Janeiro’s popular scents (yes, I bought into the hype). But after trying Noteworthy’s mist bundle, I realized I’d been settling. Noteworthy has officially earned the top spot on my shelf - and here’s why.
If you want fine fragrance without the heavy price tag … Noteworthy
I’ll give Sol de Janeiro credit: their scents are playful and unmistakable. But they also lean super sweet, almost candy-like, which takes me back to my middle school days of experimenting with body sprays for the first time. Sometimes, they feel more like a dessert than a personal fragrance.
With Noteworthy, I immediately noticed how elevated and wearable the scents are. They’re not trying too hard, but they still make me feel put together. It’s fine-fragrance quality in a mist format, which is kind of genius, without the luxury perfume price tag.
I don’t feel guilty spritzing throughout the day because it doesn’t feel wasteful. Each scent in the bundle smells like it belongs in a chic glass bottle at a department store, but it’s sitting right on my vanity in an easy-to-use mist.
If you want something light, layerable, and everyday … Noteworthy
Here’s where Sol de Janeiro loses me: the scents are strong. Too strong, in my opinion. I used to spray a little before work and worry if my coworkers could smell me from across the room. Noteworthy’s mists are different. They’re lighter and meant to be layered, which makes them perfect for every day.
I’ll start with one spritz in the morning, and if I want a mood boost later, I’ll add another without it ever feeling overpowering. Plus, I can pair them with my favorite perfumes when I’m dressing up, which extends the life of my more expensive fragrances. It’s like Noteworthy designed these for real life, not just Instagram hype.
If you want scents that fit your mood … Noteworthy
One of my favorite things about Noteworthy’s mist bundle is how curated it feels. The three best-sellers cover all my moods: something fresh for when I need to feel energized, something cozy when I’m winding down, and something vibrant for when I want confidence on a night out.
Sol de Janeiro scents are fun, but they often fall into one category: sweet and tropical. Noteworthy feels more versatile, and I actually look forward to choosing my “mist of the day” depending on how I want to feel. It’s like a little ritual that sets the tone for my day.
If you want to be trendy … Sol de Janeiro
This is where Sol de Janeiro wins: their scents are viral for a reason. They’ve mastered the kind of instantly recognizable fragrances that blow up on TikTok and get everyone talking. If you love being part of what’s trending, and grabbing the scent that everyone seems to have on their shelf - Sol de Janeiro delivers that hype-driven fun.
Noteworthy, by contrast, feels less about chasing trends and more about creating fragrances you actually want to keep reaching for day after day.
If you’re always on the go … Noteworthy
Here’s a practical win: Noteworthy’s mists are portable and travel-ready. I toss one in my bag and reapply whenever I need a pick-me-up. When I took a weekend trip recently, I didn’t even pack perfume—I just brought my Noteworthy bundle and felt covered for every occasion.
Sol de Janeiro bottles are bulkier, and while they look cute, they’re not exactly the easiest to carry around. Noteworthy’s sleek design makes it easy to mist and move.
My winner is … Noteworthy
After testing both, my clear winner is Noteworthy’s mist bundle. Sol de Janeiro might win in popularity, but Noteworthy wins in everyday wearability, clean ingredients, versatility, and overall vibe. I feel like I’ve finally found body mists that work with my lifestyle instead of against it.
If you’re someone who wants fragrance that feels elevated but easy, clean but fun, and versatile without being overpowering, Noteworthy is the obvious choice. I’m officially a convert - and my old Sol de Janeiro bottles are gathering dust in the back of my drawer.
