Gentlemen’s Fragrance: Colognes
Cologne is typically a masculine, clean-smelling scent. Men should look for these characteristics when choosing a cologne:
- Stay away from a fragrance that smells fruity, flowery or feminine.
- Choose a cologne that also comes in a body wash and/or aftershave. By layering the scent, you can ensure that it will last throughout the day.
- Try a cologne that incorporates a sexy, masculine and fresh smell into one, like Fresh Scents by Terri My Man Cologne Spray. This cologne has a blend of bergamot and musk, which make it a must-have for men.
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Note Taking: Fragrance Notes
A fragrance is composed of three sets of notes that should be noticeable when wearing a particular scent.
The top note is the scent that can be smelled immediately after spritzing the fragrance. It could include citrus, ginger, etc. This is also called the head note.
The middle note comes next and is the main body of the perfume. It can often be smelled within five minutes of spraying the fragrance. It is also called the heart note.
The last note is the base note. Together with the middle note, the base note makes up the main composition of a fragrance. The base note is what everyone around you can smell. It usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes before this note is detectable.
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Sugar, Spice and Everything Nice: Women’s Fragrance
Most women have a favorite fragrance or two. Whether it was the scent or the bottle, something drew them to it. If you don't have a signature scent, consider these tips for finding your perfect fragrance.
Ask the fragrance counter attendant to let you try a variety of different fragrance families, such as fruity, floral, etc.
Think of your favorite scents in general. Do you like vanilla? Do you prefer the scent of flowers? Do you like the scent of men’s fragrance? Once you narrow it down, look for a women's fragrance that have the particular qualities you like.
Once you have determined the perfect scent, make sure to apply it properly.
- Always apply fragrance by spritzing directly onto your skin.
- Do not spray perfume onto clothing because the essential oils can stain fabrics.
- Do not spray fragrance and then rub it on. This will crush the fragrance molecules.
- Scent travels upward, so spray the backs of your knees and other pressure points, such as your wrists and behind the ear.
Before choosing a
womens fragrance, spray it on and walk around for an hour, then smell it again. Fragrance has different notes that come out at different times and although you might like the first sniff, you may not like it once it has been worn for a bit.
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The Difference Between Fragrance and Body Mist
With all the fragrance choices out there, it's important to know what will work best for you. Should you use a fragrance or a body mist? Consider the following details:
- Fragrance is heavier than body spray because it has a variety of essential oils. Body mist is much lighter than a cologne spray and often has artificial fragrance in it.
- Body mist is a much lighter product that doesn’t have the staying power of fragrance, but is great as a refresher scent. If you're looking for a scent to stand the test of time, go with a fragrance.
- Body mist works better on hot, sticky days because it is lighter and more refreshing than fragrance. Spritz on a body mist like Jaqua Peach Parfait which is fragrant, but light and perfect for summer.
You can have the best of both worlds, when you use each correctly. A fragrance is best worn in the evenings, to work or in the winter. Choose a body mist for a light pick-me-up or during warmer months.
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The Gift of Fragrance
Purchasing fragrance as a gift can be risky. Everyone's tastes are different and one cologne or fragrance that you like, someone else may hate. Here's how to choose a fragrance for someone else.
If you already know what scent the recipient likes, this will make the job a little easier. Also, think about scents in their home. Do they have scented candles? This may give a clue about their preference. Once you have decided on a type of scent, find others that smell similiar.
Asethetics are also important when choosing a fragrance as a gift. Choose a perfume that has beautiful packaging, like MOR Cosmetics Peony Flower Eau de Parfum. The bottle has a crocheted vintage atomizer pump in pink.
You should also consider giving body mist as a gift. Body mists are lighter than fragrance so there is less risk that the recipient won't like the scent.
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