My friends often remark on how luxurious my scent is—this discounted perfume is the reason why.
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It’s official—Black Friday beauty promotions are now available. From beauty tools to advent calendar discounts, there are plenty of great offers at this time. In my view, this year’s Black Friday beauty sales are the best yet. With brands like Victoria Beckham Beauty and Beauty Pie presenting amazing discounts, I’ve already restocked on some of my favorite items. However, nothing excites me more than spotting my beloved high-end perfume on sale. Naturally, I'm referring to Merit's Retrospect L’Extrait de Parfum. I've expressed my admiration for this fragrance before (it ranks as one of the finest perfumes ever made in my opinion), and it’s currently 20% off in Merit's Black Friday sale (a significant deal, especially since Merit has sales only once a year). Additionally, the brand is including a complimentary, stylish card case with every purchase.
**Merit**
Retrospect L’Extrait de Parfum
**Key Notes:** Bergamot, pear, ambrette, aldehydes, jasmine, rose, rosemary, violet, orris, vanilla, musk, moss
**Best For:** Daily wear
**First Impressions:** A soft finish with floral tones and rich undertones
**Smells Like:** Juicy, skin-like, and subtly luxurious
**If It Were an Outfit:** A white linen suit
**If It Were a Makeup Product:** A glowing skin tint
**If It Were a Bag:** A suede Saint Laurent Le 5 à 7 Bea tote bag
I've been quite taken with this fragrance since its release in October 2024. While it's more reasonable than many of my luxury perfumes, it has an incredibly expensive scent profile, thanks to its delicate blend of floral notes. The warm base of musk, vanilla, and moss gives a cozy, second-skin feel, while aldehydes add a fresh, clean, and sparkling element to the fragrance.
**Junior Beauty Editor Grace Lindsay testing the Merit Retrospect perfume. Was £79, Now £63.**
The most remarkable part? This perfume contains nearly 30% fragrance oil, providing a concentrated formula that lasts through the day. Developed in Paris with the highest-quality natural extracts, it's no surprise that I can't stop praising it. After having it in my collection for over a year, I can attest that it sits beautifully on the skin, and the warm, fresh, comforting aroma lingers on my clothing long after application.
**Shop Merit Retrospect L’Extrait de Parfum**
I strongly recommend snagging this now while it’s 20% off.
**Merit**
Retrospect Travel-Sized
The ideal way to experience the perfume without committing fully. I know numerous industry experts and emerging tastemakers who keep this small vial in their bags to refresh during the day.
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**What Is Black Friday?**
The Black Friday weekend is an annual shopping event that began in the US. It signifies the conclusion of Thanksgiving and the kickoff of the holiday shopping season, prompting many well-known—and even some smaller—brands and retailers to initiate a sales period lasting four days.
**When Is Black Friday 2025?**
Black Friday will occur on Friday, 28 November 2025, with deals expected throughout the entire weekend leading into Cyber Monday, which is on Monday, 1 December 2025. Our editors will be busy gathering the best Black Friday savings, from clothing to beauty tools for you.
**When Does Black Friday 2025 End?**
Black Friday sales generally continue over the weekend, concluding on Cyber Monday, falling on Monday, 1 December 2025.
**What Is Cyber Monday?**
Cyber Monday is the last day for sales during the Black Friday sales period. In 2025, it will be Monday, 1 December, and typically represents the final opportunity to score discounts.
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My friends often remark on how luxurious my scent is—this discounted perfume is the reason why.
It costs just £63.
