FRAGRANCES AROMAS AND SCENTS
Open Your World to the Joy of Aromas and Scents
 | | Perfume is a beauty product that can truly set us apart from the rest of the world. If you have a signature scent and are looking to add to your collection or if you’ve never worn perfume and are ready to take the plunge, read on to learn tips about how to choose a fragrance, tips for customizing and how to care for your fragrance purchase. | |
There are a wide variety of scents on the market these days. They are broken down into categories to help differentiate one from another.
TYPES OF FRAGRANCES
Floral – These are feminine and inspire feelings of love, warmth and closeness. Lily, gardenia and rose are popular floral scents.
Oriental – Often cinnamon, amber, vanilla, and clove are the predominant notes here. Think exotic, mysterious and lusty.
Citrus – Berry, apple and peach come to mind when thinking of citrus or fruit based fragrances. These scents are mood boosters and address energy.
Gourmand – You can actually take crème brulee, vanilla and chocolate with you daily in your chosen scent. These perfumes conjure feelings of comfort and familiarity.
When searching for a new fragrance, avoid spicy meals the night before and try to shop in the morning hours, when your sense of smell is strongest. Don’t just smell the scent in the bottle; this is not a true representation of the aroma. Test fragrance on your neck and wrists. Sales people often have complimentary samples of new and popular scents so do take a tester home with you and wear a scent for a few days if possible, before buying. Wear it while spending time with your significant other to see what the reaction is. Also remember that some scents are better suited to certain seasons, as in Orientals can be a bit much in stifling summer heat, while citrus can help create a fresh, cool atmosphere when worn in warmer weather.
Once you settle on a perfume, get your money’s worth by keeping it in a cool, dry place, as scents don’t tolerate light, heat or changes in temperature well. Keep in mind that an unopened bottle of fragrance may lose its original color but the scent will remain intact. A great way to make your scent last is to layer it with similar smelling shower gels or soaps, lotions and powders.
You can also mix and match your perfumes to create your own signature scent. Woody and citrus scents combine well, while a bright floral with a warm oriental can be bewitching! Try using two scents from the same family, such a lighter gourmand and a much more intense choice and see the amazing reaction you’ll get!
Choosing a new scent can be a fun and exciting process. Now that you are armed with advice and suggestions, you are set to find a new fragrance to add to your collection. Enjoy!
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Laura Miller is a beauty expert, always on the cutting edge of new products and technologies. Laura lives the mind/body/spirit life every day and enjoys her career as a freelance writer specializing in beauty, health/wellness and fashion.
