How to Apply Perfume Properly: A Guide to Making the Most of Your Fragrance

Perfume is a great way to add a personal touch to your appearance and leave a lasting impression wherever you go. However, applying it the right way is key to making sure you get the most out of your fragrance. Here are a few tips on how to apply perfume properly.

Focus on Pulse Points:

To make the most of your fragrance, you want to apply it to areas where blood vessels are closest to the skin. These are known as pulse points and include the wrists, neck, and behind the ears. These areas will help heat up the fragrance and release its scent throughout the day.

Use Your Clothes:

Spraying perfume directly onto your clothes can be a good way to make it last longer. However, it's important to make sure the fragrance isn't too oily, as this can cause staining. A light mist is all that's needed.

Say No to Spraying into the Air:

Spraying perfume into the air and walking into the "cloud" is a myth from movies. In reality, you're just wasting your fragrance by spraying it onto the floor. To get the most out of your perfume, apply it directly to your skin.

Use unscented lotion!

Any fragrance-free lotion or moisturizer can help you get more from your perfume. Just rub some lotion on top of where your sprayed, or put some on your hand and spray into it. I personally like the latter method. It gives me the flexibility to rub this scented beautiful lotion anywhere and everywhere on my skin. Be careful with spraying too much, it is more powerful with the lotion.

Don't Overdo It:

You don't want to overpower those around you with your fragrance, so it's important to not overspray. In most cases, 2-3 sprays are more than enough. But be aware that your nose can become anosmic to the scent, which means you'll stop smelling it, but others will not. To avoid this, try applying it to areas lower than the neck, such as the back of your neck or sides, and consider adding 1 spray to each wrist and 1-2 sprays to your clothes.

Avoid Overdoing it especially with Heavy Perfumes:

If you're wearing a heavy perfume like oud, tobacco, or amber, be extra cautious with the amount you apply. These fragrances are potent and can quickly become overwhelming.

Re-apply Fresh Perfumes:

Fresh perfumes, with notes like bergamot, orange, and ginger, tend to fade into a drydown pretty quickly. Don't be afraid to re-apply after a few hours to keep the scent fresh and lively.

In conclusion, applying perfume properly is about finding the right balance between scent and intensity. By focusing on pulse points, using your clothes wisely, avoiding overspraying, and re-applying fresh perfumes, you'll make the most of your fragrance and leave a lasting impression wherever you go.