Perfume Guide

By Madhumitha K S

Every person in this world will definitely have a smell they love. As humans, we are always sensitive to smells. While using a perfume, you have to ensure that you feel comfortable wearing it and it shouldn’t smell too strong. You can learn how to choose the right perfume for yourself from this article.

Gender

You must know that there are perfumes for both women and men. Women generally prefer floral and citrus flavours while men prefer woody and stronger flavours.

Concentration

Perfumes come in different concentrations. Some are too strong, some can be diluted. You can choose your perfume from the below mentioned types of concentration based on the occasion of wearing it.

• Perfumes – highest concentration

• Eau de perfume – party wear

• Eau de toilette – daily use

• Eau de cologne – lowest concentration/ daily use

Types

If you are confused regarding the flavour you have to choose, here is a small list to help you out.

• Floral fragrances are made of rose, jasmine, lily and other pleasant smelling flowers.

• Fresh fragrances are made of citrus fruits, grass and sea smells.

• Oriental fragrances come from sandalwood, resins and spices.

• Woody fragrances are from amber, moss, cedar and gardens.

You can find these basic flavours everywhere.

What is the maximum duration the perfumes can last?

Some perfumes last only for a few minutes or a couple of hours. Select a perfume that will last at least for 6 to 7 hours. If you aren’t able to find one, carry a pocket version of your perfume that can use from time to time.

Seasons and perfumes

Just like clothes, perfumes also can be worn according to the seasons.

Use fresh fragrances during summer and woody fragrances during winter. During the rainy season, try using oriental scents.

Skin type and its significance

Body odours have to be considered while choosing a perfume. Your skin type, PH value matter the most.

If you have sensitive skin, try looking for natural perfumes. People with oily skin generally don’t have a problem and woody perfumes mostly suit dry skin.

Where to buy perfumes?

You can buy them both online or offline. Buying them offline will help you try each flavour and then choose.

While buying perfumes online, you can only ‘read’ about their smells. However, you get a wider range of choices and can avail discounts too! Always be aware while buying them online.

Allergies

If you are allergic to few smells, be very very careful. They can cause discomfort and irritate your sense of smell. Make sure that you choose a flavour that does not trigger your skin or breathing.

How should you apply perfume?

Always apply perfume at warm places of your body so that it can blend easily.

You can apply them on the insides of your wrists, under arms and behind your neck and ears.

Things to follow while applying your perfume

• Keep your spray at least 5 inches away from your body.

• Keep yourself dry so that your skin can absorb the perfume well.

• Avoid bringing the nozzle in contact with your body.

• Make sure of the quantity you apply.

Choose something that can be your signature smell. We hope that this article would have helped you find the exact perfume you were looking for!

By Madhumitha K S