There’s nothing worse than spritzing on your favourite fragrance, only for it to disappear before you even leave the house. If you want your signature scent to stick around for the long haul, these five simple tweaks will help your perfume last longer on your skin.
1. Moisturise before you spritz
Dry skin? That’s a one-way ticket to scent evaporation. Perfume clings to moisture, so applying an unscented lotion or a dab of petroleum jelly before spritzing will give your fragrance something to hold onto. According to a study published in Flavour and Fragrance Journal, hydrated skin retains fragrance molecules better, meaning your scent lingers for hours.
2. Target your pulse points
Your pulse points aren’t just for checking if you’re still breathing; they’re the key to long-lasting perfume. The warmth from areas like your wrists, neck, and behind the ears helps to diffuse the fragrance throughout the day. Science backs this up-heat intensifies scent, making it more noticeable..
3. Don’t rub your wrists together
We’ve all done it-spritz, rub, go. But rubbing your wrists together actually breaks down the fragrance molecules, making them fade faster. According to fragrance chemists, this friction alters the perfume’s composition, dulling those beautiful top notes quicker than you’d like. Instead, let the perfume settle naturally.
4. Layer your fragrance
Want your perfume to last from breakfast to bedtime? Layering is your best bet. Using matching body lotions, shower gels, or even a dab of the perfume in a solid form can reinforce your scent. Research from the International Journal of Cosmetic Science found that layered fragrances create a stronger scent profile, making it more resistant to fading..
5. Store it right
Leaving your perfume in direct sunlight or a humid bathroom is a fast track to scent degradation. Heat, light, and air break down fragrance compounds, making them weaker over time. Instead, store your bottle in a cool, dark place-like a drawer or even the fridge (yes, really). A study in Perfume and Flavour Chemistry confirms that proper storage can extend a perfume’s longevity and preserve its original composition.
Final spritz
Making your perfume last longer isn’t rocket science-just a few small tweaks can keep you smelling divine all day long. Try these hacks, and your scent will stick around longer than that one guest who never knows when to leave!
