Le Labo 233 Elizabeth St. (Prince & Houston Sts.)
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212.219.2230
Sophisticated, unusual scents immediately greet you at Le Labo. The perfumerie boasts 11 scents, which can be made into perfume, a candle, massage oil, or lotion. A chemist will make your selected fragrance for you right on the spot, and recommends that you store it in the fridge, in order for the scent to last longer. The raw materials of each fragrance come from Grasse, France, and popular choices for men are Bergamot 22 and Rose 31, with other fragrances including Jasmin 17, Ambrette 9, Vetiver 46, and Tubereuse 40.
Insider Tip: The perfume makes a memorable gift-a personalized
bottle label can be created with your giftee's name.