Thank U, Next by Ariana Grande

Brand: Ariana Grande

Concentration: EDP

What it smells like

A playful blend of juicy pear and raspberry softened by creamy coconut, delicate rose, and a warm musk-amber sandalwood base.

Is Thank U, Next worth it?

How it smells: Opens with raspberry and pear, coconut and pink rose at the heart, then dries down to macarons and musk.

Scent Score: 50/100 (Fair). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 36, versatility 81, layerability 41 and value 51, each out of 100.

Buyers say it lasts long, gets compliments and smells sweet. A few say it's too strong. Buyers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 27 FragranceNet reviews.

Scent Character

Floral · Fruity Floral

EDP · Introduced 2019 · Women

Key accords: Raspberry, Pear, Coconut, Pink Rose, Macarons, Musk

Top Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Pear

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Occasions: Casual, Date, Evening

Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall

Fragrance overview

Thank U, Next by Ariana Grande belongs to the floral fragrance family. A playful blend of juicy pear and raspberry softened by creamy coconut, delicate rose, and a warm musk-amber sandalwood base. Thank U, Next opens with Raspberry and Pear. The heart brings Coconut and Pink Rose. It dries down to Macarons and Musk.

How to wear Thank U, Next

On skin, Thank U, Next by Ariana Grande has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for casual, date, and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Virgin Island Water by Creed. Apply Thank U, Next first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Virgin Island Water on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Thank U, Next : 2 sprays Virgin Island Water and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Thank U, Next opens with Raspberry and Pear.

The heart brings Coconut and Pink Rose.

It dries down to Macarons and Musk.

What to layer with Thank U, Next

  • Creed Virgin Island Water bottle

    Virgin Island Water by Creed

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share coconut and musk.

    Order: Apply Thank U, Next first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Virgin Island Water on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Thank U, Next : 2 sprays Virgin Island Water

  • Rayhaan Aquatica bottle

    Aquatica by Rayhaan

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share coconut and musk.

    Order: Apply Thank U, Next first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aquatica on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Thank U, Next : 2 sprays Aquatica

  • Lattafa Perfumes Musamam White Intense bottle

    Musamam White Intense by Lattafa Perfumes

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    Signature Worthy · 97/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share coconut and musk.

    Order: Apply Thank U, Next first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Musamam White Intense on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Thank U, Next : 2 sprays Musamam White Intense

  • Ex Nihilo Generation(s) bottle

    Generation(s) by Ex Nihilo

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    Signature Worthy · 97/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pear and musk.

    Order: Apply Thank U, Next first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Generation(s) on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Thank U, Next : 2 sprays Generation(s)

  • Rasasi Qasamat Morhaf bottle

    Qasamat Morhaf by Rasasi

    Signature Worthy · 97/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share raspberry and musk.

    Order: Apply Thank U, Next first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Qasamat Morhaf on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Thank U, Next : 2 sprays Qasamat Morhaf

Pairings to approach with care

  • Mancera Red Tobacco bottle

    Red Tobacco by Mancera

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    Not Recommended · 34/99

    Red Tobacco has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Red Tobacco brings a spicy contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Thank U, Next first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Red Tobacco on top for spicy lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Thank U, Next : 1 spray Red Tobacco

  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade bottle

    Ombre Nomade by Louis Vuitton

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    Not Recommended · 34/99

    Ombre Nomade has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Ombre Nomade brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share raspberry.

    Order: Apply Thank U, Next first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ombre Nomade on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Thank U, Next : 1 spray Ombre Nomade

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Thank U, Next?

Thank U, Next opens with Raspberry and Pear. The heart brings Coconut and Pink Rose. It dries down to Macarons and Musk.

How long does Thank U, Next last, and how strong is it?

Thank U, Next by Ariana Grande has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Thank U, Next?

It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits casual, date, and evening.

What layers well with Thank U, Next?

Virgin Island Water by Creed is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share coconut and musk. Apply Thank U, Next first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Virgin Island Water on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Thank U, Next : 2 sprays Virgin Island Water.

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