It’s no secret that Le Labo has become a staple fragrance & homeware destination for a large sector of New York City’s population. Outside of the countless memes and associations with their now signature “Santal 33”, you probably know or have at least heard of the cult fragrance-maker. Le Labo labs can be found in major metropolitan areas worldwide, where they craft each of their orders by hand. With deep connections to New York City & rich history of fine perfumery tradition from Grasse, France, Le Labo is nothing short of one of the finest fragrance brands in the world.

Brand History

Fabrice Penot and Edouard “Eddie” Roschi, former L’Oréal executives, launched Le Labo in February 2006 with merely ten fragrances and its now-famous sandalwood-scented candle, Santal 26. The first lab was stationed on Elizabeth St. in Nolita, NYC, where its technicians crafted their custom collection of unisex perfumes.

Penot and Roschi have ingrained the Wabi Sabi philosophy, centered around finding beauty in the art of imperfection. Each of the brand’s scents is made to invoke a sensorial experience for the wearer. The brand’s modern designed laboratories serve as a way of allowing passing city denizens to experience Le Labo’s assortments of perfumes, candles, and grooming products. The idea of compounding the perfumes in front of the customer came to Fabrice Penot when he studied in Grasse, France, the world's perfume capital. All of Le Labo’s products are composed of premium raw materials that awaken the olfactory senses.

Holiday Gift Guide

Below you’ll find some of our recommendations whether you’re looking for the item for someone on your Christmas list or something special for yourself.

DISCOVERY SET + 100ML

The classic Discovery Set with the 100ML bottle is a perfect gift for the person who isn’t familiar with the Le Labo selection. The Discovery Set comes with a sample of each of Le Labo’s fine fragrances and a gift card to redeem to get your favorite fragrance to start your collection. Some of our favorites are the classic Santal 33, the dazzling Bergamote 22, and the spicy Rose 31.

CANDLE DISCOVERY SET

If the person on your list is looking for a candle to then the Candle Discovery Set is perfect. The set includes the brand’s Figue 15, Palo Santo 14, and Petit Grain 21 home creations in the 56.6g mini glass votives. The soy wax based candles are hand-poured in the US with enriched oils that leave an intoxicating smell in your home. Burning one of the home creations will undoubtedly become a part of your WFH routine.

HAND LOTION (Hinoki)

As we enter the colder months, it's important to make sure to keep our skin well moisturized. Enter Le Labo’s Hinoki Hand Lotion. The hand lotion has the ideal consistency and an ability to deliver lasting hydration to the skin without leaving it greasy. The hinoki scent, which is inspired by the Buddhist temples of Mount Koya, brings a fresh, natural aroma that you won’t get tired of.

SANTAL 26 Home Diffuser Oil

Le Labo decided to create the home diffuser formulation of their trademark Santal scent. Santal 26 will leave your home smelling of smoky sandalwood with subtle hints of leather, unlike any other diffuser oil that you have in your collection.