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Ariana Grande R.E.M. fragrance
Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande R.E.M.

EDP Feminine · 2020 · by Jérôme Epinette
7.6 /10

Ariana Grande R.E.M. scores 8/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 8/10 longevity
From USD 30–60From EUR 28–55From GBP 24–47From PKR 8,500–17,000From AED 110–225From INR 2,490–4,980From SAR 113–225
8 Longevity
7 Sillage
7 Versatility
9 Value
6.6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Sweet Lavender Fruity Gourmand
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileSweetLavenderFruityGourmandACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daily Casual Relaxing Date Night
Seasons
Autumn Winter Spring

Climate Performance

Avg 6.6 / 10
Extreme Heat
4/10
Average
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
5/10
Average
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
9/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A dreamy, space-inspired gourmand with a unique salty caramel-lavender twist, standing out in the celebrity fragrance market.

How It Wears

Its sweet gourmand and warm profile performs better in cooler weather. In hot climates, it should be applied sparingly, ideally for evening or air-conditioned settings.

How It Compares

A more ethereal and less overtly sugary gourmand than her other fragrances, offering a sophisticated take on a popular sweet-lavender accord.

The Controversy

Some find the salt note a bit too prominent or unusual for a celebrity scent.

Ariana Grande R.E.M.: What You Need to Know

Some fragrances become dominant because they deserve to be. Ariana Grande R.E.M. by Ariana Grande is that kind of fragrance — an EDP whose Sweet, Lavender, Fruity, Gourmand character, engineered by Jérôme Epinette and launched in 2020, has earned its standing through consistent performance rather than marketing alone. This review provides the data to evaluate it properly: scores, climate results and pricing, not adjectives.

A dreamy, space-inspired gourmand with a unique salty caramel-lavender twist, standing out in the celebrity fragrance market.

Ariana Grande R.E.M. Notes Breakdown

Ariana Grande R.E.M. opens with Zefir, Caramel, Salt, Fig and Quince — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. As the opening settles, the composition pivots to its heart of Lavender and Pear Blossom. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Musk, Tonka Bean and Sandalwood.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Sweet, Lavender, Fruity, Gourmand — easy to place and easy to wear.

Longevity & Projection: Ariana Grande R.E.M. on the Clock

Longevity (8/10): Ariana Grande R.E.M. delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 8–12 hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (7/10): Ariana Grande R.E.M. projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (7/10): Ariana Grande R.E.M. is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (9/10): At around $30, Ariana Grande R.E.M. delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

How Ariana Grande R.E.M. Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, Ariana Grande R.E.M. does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 4/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Its sweet gourmand and warm profile performs better in cooler weather. In hot climates, it should be applied sparingly, ideally for evening or air-conditioned settings.

Its average across all five zones is 6.6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Occasions & When to Wear

Ariana Grande R.E.M. is best suited to Daily, Casual, Relaxing, Date Night. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Ariana Grande R.E.M. performs best in Autumn, Winter, Spring. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

A more ethereal and less overtly sugary gourmand than her other fragrances, offering a sophisticated take on a popular sweet-lavender accord.

What Ariana Grande R.E.M. Costs — and Whether It Is Worth It

Internationally, Ariana Grande R.E.M. sits at $30–$60. That is a genuinely accessible price point — a bottle that can be worn daily and repurchased without ceremony.

Regional pricing: PKR 8,500–17,000 in Pakistan, AED 110–225 in the UAE, ₹2,500–₹5,000 in India. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Drugstores, Online Retailers, Department Stores. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Watsons, Online Retailers. Pakistan: Hypermarkets, Online Retailers.

Verdict

Ariana Grande R.E.M. earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 7.4/10 puts Ariana Grande R.E.M. in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Some find the salt note a bit too prominent or unusual for a celebrity scent.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Ariana Grande R.E.M. last?

Ariana Grande R.E.M. has a longevity score of 8/10. On average skin, expect 8–12 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Ariana Grande R.E.M. worth the price?

At around $30, Ariana Grande R.E.M. by Ariana Grande is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Ariana Grande R.E.M. smell like?

Ariana Grande R.E.M. is characterised by Sweet, Lavender, Fruity, Gourmand accords. Opening with Zefir and Caramel, the heart revolves around Lavender and Pear Blossom, settling into a base of Musk and Tonka Bean.

Is Ariana Grande R.E.M. good for hot or humid weather?

Ariana Grande R.E.M. was not designed for extreme heat (score: 5/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Ariana Grande R.E.M. for men or women?

Ariana Grande R.E.M. is marketed as a Feminine fragrance. The composition, while marketed to women, has qualities that cross traditional boundaries — nuance and restraint rather than sweetness and convention.