5 MOST COMMON MISTAKES WHEN USING PERFUME
- INCORRECT APPLICATION OF PERFUME
The most common mistake when using perfume is applying it incorrectly. Apply the fragrance to areas such as the inside of the wrists, the crooks of the elbows, the neck, behind the ears, and the backs of the knees. When applying, never rub your wrists together. Doing so causes the perfume to dissipate more quickly. If you feel you’ve applied too much fragrance, gently dab it onto other areas of your skin instead. The ideal spots are where you can feel your heartbeat.
- IMPROPER STORAGE OF PERFUME
Improper storage of perfume can significantly affect its quality. Never expose perfume to direct sunlight, high temperatures, or extreme temperature fluctuations. Temperatures that are too high or too low can affect the chemical bonds in the fragrance. Improper storage can cause the fragrance to change its properties, such as its color or scent. It is best to store perfumes at normal room temperature—between 16 and 22 degrees Celsius—in a dark room or box.
- CARRYING PERFUME IN YOUR PURSE
Although we really want to always have our favorite perfume with us, carrying a full bottle of perfume in your purse isn’t a good idea. That’s because doing so exposes the perfume to temperature fluctuations, which can affect its quality more quickly. When we carry perfume around, the contents of the bottle are constantly shifting and mixing. This exposes the perfume to air, which can significantly affect its quality. Smaller bottles, such as spray perfumes, are ideal for carrying in your purse! It’s best to leave the large bottle of your favorite perfume at home.
- APPLYING PERFUME TO DRY SKIN
Fragrance doesn’t work well on extremely dry skin. To get the most out of your fragrance, you need to keep your skin hydrated. One way to do this is by applying lotion, which should be unscented so as not to alter the scent of the fragrance.
- SHAKE THE PERFUME BOTTLE BEFORE APPLYING
One urban legend is that you should shake the perfume bottle thoroughly before applying the fragrance so that all the ingredients mix evenly. THIS IS NOT TRUE! By shaking the perfume, you expose it to unnecessary air, which over time can significantly affect the quality of the perfume, cause the scent to change, and shorten the fragrance’s shelf life.
