Each and every person on this planet is unique in their own way. So are their personalities, attributes and attitudes. And so is their body chemistry.
No two people have the exact same body chemistry. And because of this, the way each and every perfume reacts when sprayed on your body, and how well it synergizes with your body chemistry is entirely different than with another person.
Selecting a perfume that goes hand in hand with your body chemistry and your personality and mood is vital when aiming for a special and unique aroma impression.
Although it may seem like a complicated process, you are only a few simple steps away from selecting the perfume that compliments your personality best.
What To Look Out For When Selecting A Perfume;
1. Choosing a Price Range: Perfume is a luxury item and prices of products can vary widely. Decide which price range is most comfortable with you.
2. Choosing a concentration. Perfumes have different names which depend on their lasting power. Choose a perfume concentration depending on your lifestyle and how long you will need it to last.
The different concentrations to look out for while selecting a perfume are mentioned below;
Eau Fraiche
The most diluted version of fragrance, usually with 1-3% perfume oil in alcohol and water. Usually lasts for less than an hour.
Cologne (Eau de Cologne)
Oldest term for perfume, used in North America for masculine scents. Light, fresh and fruity typically composed of 2-4% perfume oils in alcohol and water. Tends to be used in fragrances for younger people. Usually lasts for about 2 hours. It has the lowest fragrance concentration.
Eau de toilette
Slightly more concentrated, A light spray composition with 5-15% pure perfume essence dissolved in alcohol. Usually lasts for about 3-4 hours.
Eau de parfum
Historically genderless, used to describe both men’s and women’s products, and is the best term for describing a fragrance. Contains 15-20% pure perfume essence and lasts for about 5 to 8 hours.Higher oil concentration compared to the earlier three.
Parfum/Perfume
A corruption of the Latin phrase per fumum (through smoke). The most concentrated and expensive of all fragrance options. Slightly oilier, parfum (or perfume; you can see how these terms get confusing!) is composed of 20-30% pure perfume essence. A single application can last up to 24 hours. Has a greater staying power and can last all day.
