Merz Apothecary

“This is a perfume library. All the ultra niche brands you might’ve never heard of are all here and they offer a lot than just fragrance. They have a wall of soaps from every country ever mainly in Europe, but they have variety. I highly recommend getting the Portuguese soap. It’s very soft and it’s not drying whatsoever. They also do tinctures and make tea blends, and they have a lot of pharmacy favorites that you can get abroad ! Love this place with my entire existence.”

“Two locations: one downtown in the Palmer Hotel and one in Lincoln Square. The Lincoln Square location is more old school and bigger; they have a nice selection of perfumes (especially since Barneys and Asari Gardens closed). If you go to Lincoln Square, Oromo is a nice cafe down the street for a vegan tahini scone or rose latte. The Palmer Hotel location is good for a convenience stop or if you decide to buy a candle or tiny soap while you're traveling for a little indulgence.”