Perfume can be purchased in various places.

• Shopping malls like Jungceylon, Central Festival, and others. You’ll find the full list in the Shopping Malls section.
• Duty-free shops at the airport.
• Cosmetic stores such as Watsons and King Power.

Always check for authenticity certificates, especially when buying branded fragrances. Here are some tips to help you identify a genuine perfume:

Packaging and wrapping

Cellophane: Originals are tightly and neatly wrapped, with no excess glue or air bubbles. Fakes often have messy edges and uneven wrapping.
Box: Should be sturdy and high-quality, with no crooked edges. Originals often have an inner holder for the bottle.
Print and font: Logos and text should be clear and crisp, without smudged letters or typos. Fakes often contain errors and blurred printing.

Batch code

Should appear both on the box and the bottle — and they must match.
You can check it on websites like checkfresh.com.

Scent and longevity

Originals: Unfold in three layers (top, middle, base notes), have depth, and last long.
Fakes: Often have a sharp opening and fade quickly with a flat, one-dimensional scent.
If the smell is too alcohol-heavy or overly synthetic — that’s a red flag.

Liquid color

Genuine perfumes are usually subtly colored. If the liquid is very bright or neon-like — it’s likely a fake.

Bottle quality

The cap should fit snugly, and metal parts shouldn’t chip or peel.
Original bottles are made from smooth, heavy glass without bubbles or rough edges.

Price and place of purchase

A very low price is almost always a sign of a counterfeit. If a Dior perfume costs $30 — be cautious.

Country of origin

Originals are produced in specific countries. For example, Chanel is made in France. If the bottle says “Made in UAE” or “Made in China” — it’s most likely a fake.

To make your purchase more cost-effective, don’t forget to request a VAT refund. Be sure to get the necessary paperwork in the store! You can read more about this in our article How to Get a Tax Refund in Phuket.

By the way, if you’re looking for something unique, check out Thai perfumes — you can find them in souvenir stores across Phuket.