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At the Beach
by Bath & Body Works
This fragrance delivers a straightforward, light-hearted beach experience with toasted coconut, a hint of frangipani, and a subtle salty sea air. It’s designed to evoke the feeling of summer sun, sand, and sunscreen, with a fresh, gauzy quality that feels both physical and aromatic. The scent is notably weak in longevity and sillage—projecting only modestly and fading quickly unless layered. Many users report it lingers only a few hours on the skin and is more of a skin scent than a bold presence. Some appreciate it as a wearable, pleasantly simple summer staple that works well with other scents, especially when layered with floral or aquatic fragrances. Others find it overly synthetic, salty, or just too direct with coconut and sun block vibes, leading to nausea or a
Pros
- +A simple, effective beach aesthetic with toasted coconut and sea salt that feels authentic and comforting
- +Well-suited for effective layering with other summer or tropical scents
- +Offers a light, breathable quality that complements hot weather and casual wear
Cons
- −Extremely short-lived and minimal sillage, making it impractical for extended wear
- −Some users find the salt and coconut notes overwhelming, artificial, or distasteful, particularly those sensitive to synthetic beach or sunscreen-like scents
- −Lacks depth and complexity, often perceived as a basic, linear scent with little development or character beyond the initial burst