Having the confidence to leave home knowing you will smell great all day is something we all wish for. So, it goes a long way to be mindful when spritzing your favourite perfume or cologne – the trick to getting that aroma to stay. After all, you’re never fully dressed without your signature scent.
We’re here to guide you through all the sweet spots that make your fragrance last longer.
Understanding Your Perfume’s Nature
Ever wonder why some perfumes seem to last all day while others fade faster? It often comes down to two things: the perfume’s concentration and its ingredients. An ‘Eau de Parfum’ (EDP) is more concentrated with scent oils, so it generally lasts longer than a lighter ‘Eau de Toilette’ (EDT).
Similarly, heavier scent notes like vanilla, amber, or woods tend to linger on the skin much longer than lighter notes like citrus, which give a bright initial burst but can fade more quickly.
Hit the Sweet Spot With Your Fragrance
The term “sweet spots” in perfumery often refers to your pulse points. With your blood vessels being so much closer to the surface of your skin, these areas tend to run a little warmer, creating the ideal conditions to diffuse as it builds character throughout the day
Pulse points to focus each spirit on for classic diffusion that lingers as you move:
- Insides of your wrists
- Behind your earlobes and the nape of your neck
- Base of your throat, at the décolletage
- The crooks of your elbows
- Behind your knees (especially effective if you’re wearing skirts or shorts)
Don’t Forget to Moisturise
Perfume clings much better to moisturised skin, which acts as an effective “anchor” for the fragrance molecules. Dry skin tends to absorb the perfume oils too quickly, causing them to fade a lot faster. Make sure you have used complementary scented body products and moisturisers.
How to Apply Your Scent
While rubbing your wrists together does feel like the right thing to do, friction actually breaks down the middle and top notes of your delicate fragrance, altering its scent and reducing its lifespan. Instead, gently dab or let the perfume air dry. This preserves its true character.
Protecting Your Perfume
Even the best application won’t help if your perfume itself has degraded. Protect your investment by storing your fragrance bottles correctly. Keep them in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and the humidity of bathrooms.
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