Perfume may just be something you wear to complement your outfit, even if you're just wearing your favorite T-shirt and jeans. Wearing perfume can liven up a date night, and help attract the attention of the partner you desire. However, there are some misunderstandings about how to use perfume, where to spray it, and what kind of perfume to buy. The difference between using perfume the right way and the wrong way is huge, and can change the course of your romantic evening. Fortunately the steps to wear perfume properly are very easy and simple.
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Part 1 of 4: Preparing to Use Perfume
Step 1. Find the perfect perfume for you
Don't just wear something because of the designer's name or perfume brand. Make sure you really like the top notes and bottom notes of the perfume.
- Top notes are what you smell first when you approach the spray bottle. Top notes are usually citrus notes, fruit, and spices. Top notes often fade very quickly so it's important that you check the bottom notes as well.
- Bottom notes are usually woody and natural scents. To find out if you like the bottom notes of a perfume, spritz a small amount on the back of your wrist, wait 20 minutes and smell the perfume again.
- You can also filter your decision by choosing a real perfume shop (such as Bath and Body, or at the perfume counters of convenience stores) and asking for help.
Step 2. Choose a scent during the day or night
If you're just getting out of town, going to work, or visiting the beach, try a daytime scent. If you're planning a date, or going out to dinner, you can try a nighttime scent instead.
- Pay attention to the label on the package. Usually the labels will mention between the day (daytime) or night (nighttime). If it's not explicitly stated, you can usually tell by the color of the packaging. Bright yellow, and orange colors mean spring time and are usually daytime scents. Dark blues, reds and purples give the impression of a nighttime scent.
- The nighttime scent is usually sprayed over or near the neck area. This is because night scents don't last as long as day scents and you need a more immediate impact.
- Daytime fragrance is usually sprayed on the bottom on the waist or knees. This is because the perfume will rise to the top as the day goes on and last longer. Therefore, apply more moisturizer near the area you selected so that the scent lasts longer.
Step 3. Take a shower
The skin absorbs perfume better once the surface is clean and warm. Do not forget to take a bath or shower under a hot shower so that the skin pores can open.
- Use liquid soap or soap that is unscented, or has only a slight scent. You certainly don't want the perfume to collide with the smell of soap.
- This is also a good time to moisturize the skin. Use creams or oils to make your skin more open to receiving perfume.
- Washing your hair can also help if you plan to use perfume on your hair. Don't forget to use conditioner so that your hair is soft and receptive to the perfume.
Step 4. Dry your skin
After a warm bath, make sure your skin is dry. Otherwise, the perfume won't stick when you spray it on your skin. In particular, dry hard-to-reach areas such as the back of the knees, neckline and hair. These places are what are called "pulse points," or points where your perfume is used and works best.
Step 5. Hydrate your skin
If you don't use a moisturizer in the shower, you really should apply after drying off. Perfume will have a better chance of locking in your skin if your skin is soft and smooth, rather than dry and rough.
- Body lotion or oil works best for this step. Pour a small amount on your palms and rub your hands together. Then move your hands to apply the lotion/oil all over the body.
- Another good option is petroleum jelly. Perfume will stick to the jelly molecules instead of the pores, and therefore will keep the fragrance lasting longer. Apply a dab of petroleum jelly and smooth it over the skin.
- The key is to moisturize the "pulse points". These points include, but are not limited to the feet, knees, elbows, collarbones and neck. These points are where you spray your perfume and where the perfume will work most effectively.
Step 6. Apply perfume before putting on clothes
Perfume sprayed directly on clothes can cause unsightly water spots, especially if you're going out for a romantic dinner. Perfume also works much better on "pulse points" than on clothes, because the molecules interact by direct contact with the skin.
Part 2 of 4: Using Perfume
Step 1. Hold the perfume bottle away from your body
You should keep at least 13 to 18 centimeters away from your chest or body. Point the bottle spout towards your body. If your skin gets too wet from the spray, you have mishandled the bottle.
Step 2. Spray perfume on your "pulse points"
These points are where the blood vessels are close to the skin. There is more heat at these points, and as the heat radiates into the air, your scent will be easier to smell. Some of the most frequently sprayed areas are the collarbones, knees, and neckline.
Step 3. Use a targeted spray
Instead of walking through a mist of perfume spray, aim the spray at the "pulse points." This will increase the effectiveness of the spray, and won't let you lose too much fragrance.
Step 4. Apply your perfume
If your perfume is not the spray type, you can use your hands to apply the perfume to the "pulse points." Just pour a little perfume on your hands. Rub it between your palms. Gently apply on the skin and rub in small circular motions.
Step 5. Let your "pulse points" dry without scrubbing
Do not put on clothes until the area is dry. Try to wait at least ten minutes. Pure, natural oils change the scent of perfume so you shouldn't rub the perfumed area.
Rubbing your wrists together is a constant behavior. However, rubbing your wrists will break down the molecules of the perfume and reduce the smell
Step 6. Try not to wear too much perfume
Just a little can last a long time when it comes to perfume. Better to wear too little than too much. You can always keep a bottle of perfume in your bag, and use it again later if you find it smells bad.
Part 3 of 4: Choosing Your Targeted Places
Step 1. Comb the perfume through your hair
Fragrances stick to the fibers, so your hair is the perfect place to smell good for a long time. Perfume also sticks to hair care products, such as shampoo and conditioner, making the scent last even longer.
- Just spray the perfume on the hair comb/brush. You can also apply a small amount of perfume with your hands or a towel to a hair comb/brush. Gently comb through your hair. Make sure you reach all the sections, not just a few sections of the hair.
- Make sure you don't wear too much perfume. Otherwise, the alcohol in the perfume will dry out your hair.
Step 2. Apply a small amount of perfume behind the ear
The blood vessels are very close to your skin at this one "pulse point". Apply a little perfume on the tips of the fingers, and apply behind the ears. Using perfume behind the ear has an immediate effect and is best used for evening perfume.
Step 3. Rub the perfume near your collarbone
The neck/collarbone area has a lot of depressions due to the bone structure. This gives the perfume plenty of room to languish and interact with the skin. You can apply a small amount of perfume with the tips of your fingers, or spray a small amount of perfume from a distance of 13 to 18 centimeters.
Step 4. Spray perfume down your back
The back is not a common place to wear perfume. However, because it's completely covered by clothing, the back can hold onto the scent longer and not overdo it when you're out and about. Just reach back and spray a few times down your spine. You can also ask a friend to do this if you can't reach your back on your own.
Step 5. Apply perfume behind the knee
Because your knees are constantly in motion throughout the day, there is a lot of heat generated there. This heat matches the perfume and slowly lifts the aroma up over time. Simply dab a small amount of perfume with the tips of your fingers on the back of your knee, or spray it from a distance of 13 to 18 centimeters.
Step 6. Apply perfume on the inside of the elbow
Like the knee, the elbow is a "pulse point" that is constantly in motion throughout the day, generating heat. Apply a small amount on the inside of the elbow with the tips of your fingers or spray from a distance of 13 to 18 cm.
Step 7. Apply perfume on your belly button
It's a little weird to spray perfume here, but the belly button is an excellent point for perfume to settle in and interact with the "pulse point." The navel is also covered with clothes so the smell is not too pungent. Take a little perfume and pour it on the tips of your fingers. Run your fingers around and inside your belly button to apply perfume.
Part 4 of 4: Making the Most of Your Perfume
Step 1. Familiarize yourself with your perfume
The skin reacts in different ways to different types of perfume. Notice if you can smell the perfume after a few hours. Check to see if your skin is not reacting negatively to certain perfumes.
Step 2. Re-apply perfume every four hours
Even the best perfumes don't last very long. Ask a friend or family member if you need to add perfume. Often times you're used to the smell of your perfume, when in fact it may still be a little too strong.
Step 3. Use wet wipes and hand sanitizer
If you think that you are using too much perfume, just take a wet tissue (baby wipes) and a little hand sanitizer and clean the area. Then you can dry it and put on the perfume again. Make sure you don't spray or apply too much this time.
Step 4. Keep perfume out of the sun and keep it cool
This is because heat and light change the chemical mix in perfume. The scent of the perfume will then change and don't match your special occasion. The best place to store perfume is in the refrigerator.
Step 5. Check the expiration date on your perfume
Like other products, perfume can expire. If you notice a pungent smell when you open the bottle, that's another sign that your perfume has gone too long.
Tips
- Don't leave the perfume bottle in direct sunlight, as this will make the scent go away faster.
- If you don't like wearing perfume, but still want a nice, gentle scent: try scented liquid soaps and appropriate skin lotions.
- Try new scents every now and then. The same perfume can become boring and you may not be able to smell it again once you get used to the smell.
- Try men's colonge. While there may be a stigma about this, there are many men's colognes on the market that smell good when used by women too.
- Change your perfume on special occasions like Valentine's Day or Christmas.
- If you don't like perfume, you can try using a body mist.
- Don't use a different scented deodorant because your smell could be too extreme.
- Store in the refrigerator and the perfume there will last two to three weeks longer.
Warning
- Don't spray perfume after putting on clothes. Perfume can stain clothes and will stick to clothes, not your body.
- The key is not to "bathe" with perfume. Just apply a little spray at a few spots and you'll be fine.
- Don't use very strong perfumes that make people around you uncomfortable.
- Everyone has a personal "scent circle": it's about an arm's length from the body. No one is allowed to smell your perfume unless he is inside the "circle". Fragrance should be the most subtle personal message you send to those you come into contact with.
- Never rub your wrists together (or just rub once to spread the perfume onto the other wrist), rubbing the wrists doesn't break down the molecules or remove the perfume but generates heat which will cause the notes of the perfume to act differently due to evaporation. faster.
- Many liquid perfumes are gasoline or oil based. Solid perfumes tend not to contain these ingredients.
