1. Parfum (Extrait de Parfum): This is the most concentrated form, with 20-30% fragrance oil. It lasts the longest, typically 6-8 hours or more.
2. Eau de Parfum (EDP): Contains about 15-20% fragrance oil. It usually lasts between 4-5 hours.
3. Eau de Toilette (EDT): Has about 5-15% fragrance oil. Expect it to last around 2-3 hours.
4. Eau de Cologne (EDC): Contains about 2-4% fragrance oil, lasting about 2 hours or less.
5. Eau Fraiche: This has a very low concentration, 1-3%, and lasts less than an hour.
Tips to Make Your Perfume Last Longer:
1. Moisturize Your Skin: Fragrance clings to oil. Apply an unscented lotion or vaseline on your pulse points before spraying perfume. Moisturized skin helps hold the scent longer.
2. Apply to Pulse Points: These areas emit heat and help diffuse the fragrance. Common pulse points include the wrists, neck, behind the ears, elbows, and knees.
3. Don’t Rub Your Wrists Together: After applying perfume, avoid rubbing your wrists together. This can break down the fragrance molecules and reduce the longevity of the scent.
4. Spray on Clothes: Fabric can hold fragrances longer than skin. Be careful with delicate fabrics, as some perfumes can cause staining. A light mist over your clothes can help extend the lifespan of the scent.
5. Store Properly: Heat, light, and humidity can degrade the perfume. Keep your fragrances in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and temperature changes.
6. Layering: Use matching scented body washes, lotions, or oils with the same fragrance. This creates layers of the scent, making it last longer.
7. Hair Mist: Perfume tends to last longer on hair. Many brands offer hair mists, but you can lightly spray your perfume from a distance to avoid drying out your hair with alcohol.
8. Quality of Perfume: Sometimes, investing in higher-quality perfumes can also mean better longevity.
Following these tips should help keep you smelling fabulous all day!
