The Do's and Don'ts of Wearing Perfume

The Do's and Don'ts of Wearing 

Perfume

How to wear perfumes?

Most people wear perfume to draw attention to themselves in a positive way, but it can oftentimes have the opposite effect. The perfect perfume should make the space around you pleasant. Going with a fragrance that is powerful and strong can lead to people steering clear. Here are a few simple tips that will help you choose a perfume that wont offend.

Do's of wearing perfume

Simple steps to follow when applying perfume:

The best time to apply your perfume is after you have bathed or showered. This is when your skin is 

cleanest and more likely to absorb the fragrance fully.

Make sure not to overdo it. Keep in mind that your fragrance should attract people, not send them running the other way. A little can go a long way, so if you are using perfume splash, place a little on your fingertips and gently apply it to your pulse areas. Those can be found on your wrists, neckline, chest, behind the earlobes, elbow area, and behind your inner thighs and knees. Those areas are all perfect since it's where your blood runs close to the surface of the skin, allowing the scent to be 

diffused quickly.

If your perfume is in a spray bottle, you should still apply it to the same pulse areas, but be sure to spray the perfume from a foot or so away so as to get a fairly even distribution. Another tactic is to

spray the perfume in the air a couple of times before "walking" through the fragrant cloud it creates.

Given that heat rises, the best way to apply your favorite perfume is from the bottom up. You'll find that the scent will last for a much longer period during the day.

It's common knowledge that people with dry skin aren't able to retain scents for as long as those with oily skin. This is because the perfume oils join with the natural oils in the skin and slow down the evaporation process. If you have dry skin, then consider applying your perfume a couple of times per day or perhaps invest in a good moisturizer that you can apply before the perfume.

Give your perfume time to dry before putting on clothes. Dressing too quickly will mean that some of the perfume will end up on the fabric rather than absorbing into the skin. Keep in mind that it can take up to an hour for your perfume to really blend with your natural scent.

It's important to pay attention to all of the other scented body products that you use (deodorant, shampoo, body wash, after shave balm etc.) as these can create a whole mess of smells. This creates a fragrance barrier that is almost impossible for your perfume to penetrate. The best way to make your perfume really stand out is to layer all of it, which basically means making sure that all of your other products have a similar scent or come from the same brand. For example, bathe with a shower gel, then seal that off with a body lotion or balm, and end your routine by applying your favorite perfume.

As strange as it may sound, pay attention to the weather when applying perfume. Scents tend to last 

for longer periods when it is hot outside, whereas colder weather has the opposite effect

Don'ts for wearing perfume

If you follow the do's as listed above then you should always smell great, but here are some DON'T's that you need to look out for:r

Apply your perfume before putting on clothes or jewelry. There are some fragrances that will stain and damage clothing, pearls, and precious metals. The idea is to perfume your body, not the garments you are wearing over it.

A common mistake made when applying perfume is rubbing the wrists together. Doing so can actually dramatically change the fragrance of the perfume.

We mentioned the pulse points earlier, but that doesn't mean you have to perfume them all in one sitting. Madame Coco's rule of thumb is that you should only apply perfume where you wish to be kissed. That is sound expert advice, as is making sure to adhere to the rule of 3 sprays of Eau de Parfum or 5 sprays of Eau de Toilette.

Try to avoid spraying perfume into your hair as it can react badly to certain hair products and create overpowering odors.

Don't make the mistake of reapplying your fragrance if you can't smell it. The most common reason for it is because you have become accustomed to the scent. One way to get around that is to use 

different fragrances from time to time rather than settling on just one.