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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Denise Primbet

I’ve Been Gatekeeping this Korean Perfume Brand—Each Scent is *So* Unique, and it's Finally Launched in the UK

An image showing a selection of fragrances from BornToStandout.

When we talk about Korean beauty, the conversation usually revolves around skincare: sunscreens, toners, ampoules and the works. But trust me when I tell you that you shouldn't overlook a category that’s equally deserving of the hype: Korean fragrances.

Ever wondered what it’s like to spritz on a perfume infused with notes like steamed rice, overly ripe banana or even nail polish? While each note sounds wildly unconventional on paper, one fragrance brand manages to incorporate them just right, creating bold, deeply distinctive blends that are anything but predictable. Enter: BornToStandout, a Korean-founded fragrance house that’s responsible for some of my most complimented and cherished scents in my entire collection.

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