So many of us invest in a favourite fragrance, only to find that after just a few hours, it completely fades. While making perfume last all day can be difficult, a few strategic application techniques will keep your chosen scent in place from morning till night.
A long-lasting fragrance is just not about selecting the right perfume, though that helps. It’s also about how to apply it correctly and layer it so that it would last longer. This article provides you with some tips that may help to make your perfume last longer, so you can enjoy it throughout the day.
Choose the Right Fragrance Type
One of the first things you have to do to make sure your perfume lasts is to choose the right type. Not all fragrances are made to last. One would categorize perfumes labelled “eau de parfum” or “pure parfum” as much stronger than, for example, lighter types such as “eau de toilette.” For example, Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male is an eau de toilette; one would classify it in the middle on the scale of lasting power and hence can further layer to achieve this aspect. Going for richer and higher concentrations of fragrance, of course, means much stronger bases that can easily last you the whole day. Look for perfumes described as being woody, musky, or oriental-the ones that usually last longer than floral and citrus.
Apply Perfume on Pulse Points
The natural heat of your body works to magnify and diffuse fragrance notes throughout the day. To make the scent of your perfume last longer, apply a little to the wrists, behind the ears, and at the base of the throat, since these areas tend to warm up and diffuse. You can also give a little on the inner elbows or behind your knees, especially if you’re wearing a fragrance you would like to last through the evening. These hidden spots will contribute added warmth for your fragrance to bloom.
Moisturize Your Skin First
Fragrance lasts longer on moisturized skin because there’s something for it to “cling” to. Dry skin, on the other hand, absorbs fragrance quickly and disperses it rapidly so that it fades away much sooner. Apply an odourless moisturizer or body oil on your pulse points before applying your perfume for a well-hydrated surface to start with. This layer acts as a base, holding the fragrance. You can also use a perfumed lotion that precedes your fragrance for that added boost in longevity.
Layer Your Fragrance
One of the powerful ways to make your fragrance really last is layering. Do this by starting with a matching body wash or lotion in the same scent family and topping it with your fragrance. Many perfumes have matching lotions or body sprays that are designed to be layered. It creates a base on which the fragrance can become enriched. What’s more, layering softens that initial strength from the perfume so it can bloom organically and last longer.
Don’t Rub Your Wrists Together
The biggest temptation, after applying perfume, is to rub your wrists together, but this really does weaken the scent. Friction caused by rubbing breaks down fragrance molecules; top notes disappear faster, which reduces the life of a scent. Allow the fragrance to dry on the skin. This way, it will settle and won’t lose its integrity, so you can enjoy the fragrance in its whole, original composition all day long.
Store Your Perfume Correctly
It is equally important how you store your perfume. Heat, light, and moisture over time will degrade the fragrance compounds and break down the scent. Always keep perfumes in a cool place, away from direct sunlight, and dry. A drawer or cabinet provides ideal conditions for keeping the fragrance away from harming elements. Proper storage preserves your perfume’s potency so that it will last as long as it did the day you bought it.
Indeed, perfume does last all day long once the right mix of fragrance, methods of application, and storage are put into consideration. Ways to increase its longevity include high-quality scents, pulse points, skin moisturizing, layering, and refraining from rubbing. Such steps allow one to enjoy their signature fragrance-from morning to night.
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