Paris rare-perfume retailer vs Scento

Scento vs Jovoy

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In short

Jovoy is a Paris retailer of rare perfumes whose TRY ME service sells samples of about 2 ml, priced per perfume (€11.00 and €13.00 on the two product pages checked), with the sample price deducted from a full-size order placed within a month. Scento sells 2, 5, 8 and 30 ml decants from €4.41, with no subscription, and delivers to 26 supported European countries.

26 supported European countries

Scento vs Jovoy, side by side

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Criterion	ScentoOur pick	Jovoy
What it is	EU decant & sample retailer	Paris retailer of rare and niche perfumes with a boutique in Paris; its TRY ME service sells samples of about 2 ml
Ships to mainland Europe	Tracked delivery to 26 supported European countries; availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value.	Yes — France €5.00 by Mondial Relay or €10.00 by Colissimo, free from €60; other European countries are listed on its delivery page
Subscription needed	No — buy any decant once, no account needed	No — orders can be placed as a guest, without creating an account
Sizes you can buy	2 ml, 5 ml, 8 ml & 30 ml	TRY ME samples of about 2 ml (1 to 3 ml), plus full bottles in each house's own sizes
Cost to try one fragrance	From €4.41 for a 2 ml decant, no minimum order	TRY ME sample priced per perfume: €11.00 and €13.00 on two product pages checked; deducted from a full-size order within a month
Catalogue	1,000+ fragrances from a 200-brand sourcing roster	2,200+ rare fragrances, each described by Jovoy as available as a TRY ME sample
Authenticity	Original-bottle sourcing; the manufacturer code is not printed on the decant vial	States it is an official retailer with certified provenance

What it is

Scento

EU decant & sample retailer

Jovoy

Paris retailer of rare and niche perfumes with a boutique in Paris; its TRY ME service sells samples of about 2 ml

Ships to mainland Europe

Scento

Tracked delivery to 26 supported European countries; availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value.

Jovoy

Yes — France €5.00 by Mondial Relay or €10.00 by Colissimo, free from €60; other European countries are listed on its delivery page

Subscription needed

Scento

No — buy any decant once, no account needed

Jovoy

No — orders can be placed as a guest, without creating an account

Sizes you can buy

Scento

2 ml, 5 ml, 8 ml & 30 ml

Jovoy

TRY ME samples of about 2 ml (1 to 3 ml), plus full bottles in each house's own sizes

Cost to try one fragrance

Scento

From €4.41 for a 2 ml decant, no minimum order

Jovoy

TRY ME sample priced per perfume: €11.00 and €13.00 on two product pages checked; deducted from a full-size order within a month

Catalogue

Scento

1,000+ fragrances from a 200-brand sourcing roster

Jovoy

2,200+ rare fragrances, each described by Jovoy as available as a TRY ME sample

Authenticity

Scento

Original-bottle sourcing; the manufacturer code is not printed on the decant vial

Jovoy

States it is an official retailer with certified provenance

Last checked 22 October 2026 · Compared on: what it is, EU shipping, subscription, sizes, cost to try one fragrance, catalogue and authenticity.

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The full picture

Sample sizes and formats

Jovoy's TRY ME samples are usually about 2 ml, between 1 and 3 ml, and it lists one TRY ME size per perfume; full bottles come in each house's own sizes. Scento sells 2 ml, 5 ml and 8 ml vials plus a 30 ml bottle decant on most perfumes, so one perfume can be tried at several volumes. At both shops the price depends on the perfume.

Authenticity and returns

Jovoy describes itself as an official retailer with certified provenance. Scento hand-pours each decant from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers. Jovoy's terms allow 14 days from receipt to withdraw, with return shipping paid by the customer; Scento offers a 30-day satisfaction guarantee.

Shipping to France

Jovoy delivers in France by Mondial Relay (€5.00, 3–8 working days) or Colissimo (€10.00, 2–4 days), both free from €60. Scento delivers to 26 supported European countries with tracked delivery; availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value.

Which one suits you?

If you want to smell a rare perfume in a Paris boutique, or to have the price of a sample deducted from a full bottle bought within a month, Jovoy fits that. If you want to choose between 2, 5, 8 and 30 ml decants in one order, with no subscription and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee, Scento fits that.

Why fragrance lovers choose Scento

No subscription required

Order a single decant whenever the mood strikes — no monthly plan, no account, no commitment.

Fast European delivery

Tracked delivery to 26 supported European countries; availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value.

Authentic & traceable

Each Scento decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

Your size, your choice

Pick 2 ml, 5 ml, 8 ml or 30 ml and live with a scent for a few wears before committing to a full bottle.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a niche perfume sample cost, and which sites are cheapest?

At Jovoy, TRY ME samples of about 2 ml were €11.00 and €13.00 on the two product pages checked, and the sample price is deducted from a full-size order within a month. Scento decants start from €4.41 for 2 ml, with the price of each size shown on the perfume's page. Compare prices perfume by perfume.

Where can I buy a full bottle of niche perfume after trying a sample?

Jovoy sells full bottles as well as samples, and deducts the sample price from a full-size order placed within a month. Scento sells 2, 5, 8 and 30 ml decants, so you can live with a perfume for a few wears before committing to a full bottle.

Are perfume decants original, and how do I pick a reliable seller?

Jovoy states that it is an official retailer with certified provenance, and Scento states that each decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers. Compare each seller's own statements, shipping terms and return rules before ordering.

Which sample size should I choose for a niche perfume, 2 ml or 5 ml?

Jovoy offers one TRY ME size per perfume, usually about 2 ml. Scento lets you choose 2 ml, 5 ml or 8 ml of the same perfume, or a 30 ml bottle decant on most perfumes, so you can start small or live with it for longer.

What does delivery to France cost, and how long does it take?

Jovoy charges €5.00 for Mondial Relay (3–8 working days) or €10.00 for Colissimo (2–4 days) in France, and delivery is free from €60. Scento delivers to 26 supported European countries with tracked delivery; availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value.

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