What You Need to Know About Wearing Fragrance.

Do you know someone who has a signature scent? Is there a fragrance note that triggers a memory? Wearing a fragrance is one of the oldest beauty traditions in the world. It’s enshrined with culture and heritage. Perfume and fragrance have evolved with time to meet our needs and desires. Smell is one of our most powerful senses, unlocking memories and stirring emotions.

Fragrance was originally worn as a way of showing off your wealth to the world. Today, we wear fragrances to express our individuality. If you compared the fragrance collections of your friends, you’ll see that only rarely would they have the same fragrances.

Scent is a deeply personal and intimate experience. Although fragrance is often interlinked with the art of seduction, most of us choose fragrances for ourselves.

You likely have a signature scent – a fragrance or a perfume note that you gravitate towards. Whether you’re buying your first fragrance or have a vanity full, wearing perfume is an art form. You want to get the most out of every bottle, but bad habits can often creep in.

Do you know the right way to apply fragrance? Does your perfume disappear after the first few minutes? This article takes an in-depth look at everything you need to know about wearing fragrances and their lifestyle benefits. Your perfume tells the world who you are. 

The lifestyle benefits of wearing fragrance

Fragrance is more than just an expensive way of smelling nice. Wearing perfume can be an instant mood-enhancer, giving you a confidence boost while adding a skip to your step. You can also choose your fragrance to reflect your mood, whether you’re being flirtatious and playful or want something more understated.

Did you know that fragrance is a natural aphrodisiac? If you’re going on a first date or want to impress, you need to add a few sprays of your favourite fragrance. 

One lifestyle benefit that we often associate with fragrance is its therapeutic properties. Aromatherapy is all based on fragrance and scents. Citrus and floral notes can help soothe and relax your mind, while notes of lavender can help treat insomnia. Certain scents can even help lower your anxiety and reduce stress, especially if the scent triggers a happy memory.

Understanding the different types of fragrances

Before you jump into buying a fragrance, you need to understand the different types. It’s easy to get distracted by clever marketing tactics and beautiful bottles. Different fragrances serve individual purposes – some are designed to be lightweight, while others are deeper scents with purer notes.

When you see a fragrance sold as a ‘parfum’, it means that it has the strongest scent possible. As it’s the purest form with the highest concentration of notes, a parfum will traditionally be the most expensive form of a fragrance.

An EDP – Eau de Parfum – is the next strongest fragrance. It is slightly less intense than its parfum counterpart but stronger than an Eau de Toilette. If you don’t want to invest in the price of a parfum, the EDP version of the fragrance is the perfect alternative. The scent will still linger on your skin, but it won’t be as intense. EDPs are usually ideal for all-day use and will get you several hours of wear.

An Eau de Toilette has a relatively low intensity. The perfume oils have a lower concentration than an EDP, giving the scent a lighter note. However an Eau de Toilette will typically  be the most affordable form of the fragrance and is also ideal for layering with other scents for a custom blend.

You want to make sure that you’re choosing the fragrance type that works for you and your lifestyle. If you want to apply one spritz of perfume and have it last all day, you’ll need a parfum. Most people choose to use a parfum or Eau de Parfum as a night-time fragrance due to its concentration, making it ideal for anyone with an active social life. If you prefer something more lightweight, an Eau de Toilette can be your perfect match.

How to correctly apply fragrance

Did you know that there’s a correct way to apply your fragrance? If you find that your perfume only lasts a few minutes, it may be because you’re applying it incorrectly. When you’ve invested in a fragrance, you want to make sure that you’re getting your money’s worth. 

The best way to apply fragrance is to focus on the pressure points, including behind your ears and wrist. You can also tab the fragrance into the crease of your elbow and your knees to help improve its longevity. 

If you’re using an Eau de Toilette or want to layer scents, the best way to apply fragrance is with the “walk through” method. You simply spray the fragrance into the air and walk through the mist so that it falls onto your skin and clothing. It’s also an easy way to top up your fragrance before heading out.

One of the best ways to make sure that your fragrance stays on all day is to keep your skin clean. When your skin is cleansed, it’s able to better absorb the fragrance, helping it linger on your skin. Another option is to spray the fragrance directly onto your clothes, allowing it to blend with your natural scent.

The most common perfume application mistakes

Now that you know how to apply fragrance, it’s worth looking at the most common mistakes. We’ve all been guilty of doing it at least once. Most people choose to apply their fragrance by spritzing it onto one wrist and then rubbing the skin against their other wrist or onto their neck. Although this is the most common way of applying fragrance, it’s also the worse.

Rubbing the skin creates friction, which inhibits the perfume’s molecules. Rubbing your wrists together can change the scent of the perfume and dull down its intensity. The top notes can be entirely changed if you use this application method.

Now is the time to add fragrance to your daily routine. You can explore our range of fragrances for him and her to find your signature scent.

What do you think of fragrance? Is it something that you wear every day? Let us know in the comments below!