So, why are Indians so obsessed with perfumes? There will be few who do not at least have a rose, jasmine, or Oudh fetish. For the people of the land of Ayurveda, scents have long been associated with essential oils and rituals using several herbs. And some of them are used in perfumery. There are tons of perfumes that you will find across the markets in India and abroad. From floral ones to woody, citrus, oriental, and spicy, you can simply go berserk. But why is it that perfumes last long on some people and fades away in some? Let us find out, how to make your perfume last all day.
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Ways To Make Your Perfume Last Long – Expert Tips
Perfume Composition
This is the first thing that you must note here. They come in a variety of concentrations, like Eau de Parfum and Eau de Toilette, the common ones. The former have a higher concentration, than the latter. Additionally, the blend of notes also affect longevity. Strong base notes like sandalwood, stay longer than floral or citrus top notes.
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Skin Type
Now, this is really personal. So, check what skin type you have. Oily skin tends to hold on to the scent for a longer time. So, if you are blessed with oily skin, you must try using scents on pulse points. The best areas are wrist, neck and behind the ears.
For dry skin, here is a tip that you can try. Apply perfume after you have moisturized your skin. It will help the perfume stay longer.
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Environmental Factors
This is again a huge thing. In hot and humid climates, such as in India, the scent evaporates quicker than in colder climates. So, what you can do is apply the perfume on the dress, rather than the skin.
Application Techniques
For long lasting fragrance, you must apply the perfume to skin parts that are warm. The inner side of the elbows, base of the throat, and behind the knees are apt areas.
Moreover, abstain from rubbing the wrists together after application there, as it breaks the molecules of the perfume. This makes the scent fade faster.
So, you can very well understand how to make your perfume last long. Several factors affect the same, as listed above. Remember to choose stronger notes, like amber, musk, vanilla, and sandalwood. Keep smelling great all day long.
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Published Date: Aug 23, 2021
