Tips to enjoy your perfume even longer



 Storing your perfume

What you may not know is that perfume loses its fragrance over time. That's a shame, because that's also how the charm of the fragrance disappears. How long does perfume keep? On average, you can use a bottle of perfume for a maximum of 4 to 5 years. So it is smart to use even the most luxurious fragrances regularly. After all, does a perfume sit on the shelf for too long? Then the scent not only decreases, but the composition also changes. This can even cause the perfume to smell unpleasant. How can you store perfume longer? Here are some tips.

Avoid sunlight

Sure, it looks nice when your perfume bottle sits on a shelf that is nicely lit by the sun, but it's not good for the perfume. The UV rays cause the perfume to break down faster. This reduces the fragrance and can also affect the scent. That is why it is important to always store your perfume in a dark place. So place the bottles in a closed cabinet.

Choose a cool place

The cooler the environment, the longer your perfume will last. Perfume consists of several ingredients, including alcohol. Alcohol can slowly dissipate even at room temperature. It makes a big difference if you keep your perfume bottles out of the sun, but a room with a temperature of no more than 15° C is preferable. It is sometimes even recommended to store your perfume in the refrigerator for even longer life.

Always put the cap on the bottle

The cap on a perfume bottle often has a beautiful elegant look, but it's not just there for looks. It is important to put the cap back on after every use, because it prevents a lot of oxygen from entering the bottle. Oxygen can affect the composition of the perfume. Therefore, it is also better not to use perfume with atomizer pump. That may look elegant, but it causes a lot of oxygen to enter the bottle.

How can you make perfume smell longer?

If you store your perfume properly, you can enjoy it for years. Then it's time for the next question: how do you make sure you keep your perfume smelling all day long? You often find that perfume fades during the day, so you spray on some more in the evening to bring back the scent. There are tricks that make this unnecessary. This way, your perfume stays on all day:

Spray perfume on warm body parts

The smell of perfume is enhanced by heat. Therefore, it is smart to spray perfume on warm areas of your body. Think about your neck, your wrists, your cleavage and behind your ears. These places are warmer because your veins are very close under the skin here, which creates extra warmth.

Apply petroleum jelly first

Perfume lasts longer on oily skin. Not everyone has naturally oily skin, but you can easily recreate this. A thin layer of petroleum jelly is a good base for your perfume. Apply petroleum jelly to the areas where you spray perfume and you will enjoy a nice scent all day.

Spray perfume before you get dressed

It is not recommended to spray perfume directly on your clothes. This is because the ingredients can affect colors and fabric. Fabric, however, is very good at retaining odors. Therefore, apply perfume indirectly to your clothing by first spraying some perfume on and then getting dressed. This way, the scent will gradually soak into your clothes and you will smell great all day.

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