Fragrance Tips
Understanding Fragrances
What type of fragrances do you like? How do you wear your fragrance? Finding the right scent starts with understanding fragrance. Fragrances are designed to have 3 sets of notes which unfold over time to create each fragrance's individual scent. Learn more about the types of fragrances and what kinds suit you.
Scent Notes
Fragrances are designed to have 3 sets of notes which unfold over time to create each fragrance’s individual scent... There are three notes, normally depicted in the form of a fragrance Pyramid:
- First, you smell the Top Notes which are key to informing your initial impression of the fragrance.
- Heart Notes – these form the main body of the fragrance and come to life as the top notes dissipate.
- Finally, Base Notes bring richness and depth to create the fragrances lasting impression.
Fragrance Types
Eau de Cologne
Starting with the freshest and lightest fragrance formula, an Eau de Cologne typically contains around a 3% concentration of the aromatic compounds and will gently scent the skin for a couple of hours – perfect for a very natural and slight finish.
Eau de Toilette
The Eau de Toilette formula typically contains around 10% concentration of the aromatic compounds leading to a fresh, delicate and gentle finish with a 4-6 hour wear time.
Eau de Parfum
Compare this with an Eau de Parfum which is the stronger of our two fragrance formulas with around a 15% concentration of the aromatic compound and the result will be a bolder, more intense finish to really make an impact, plus a longer wear time of 8-12 hours.
How To Apply Your Fragrance
Spray On The Pulse Points
Avoid rubbing your wrists together, as it can dull the top notes of the scent, causing your top notes to evaporate more quickly. Simply spritz, then allow the fragrance to settle for the true complexity of the scent to meld together.
Apply your fragrance on your pulse points (the areas of the body where veins flow closer to the skin therefore emit more heat) allowing the fragrance to sing and develop faster. Your wrists, neck, inside of elbows, behind the top of the ear, and even behind your knees.
Extra Tip: Keep your skin moisturised. Moisturised skin actually hangs onto fragrance better as fragrances evaporate quicker on drier skins. Fragrance is also best applied when the skin is slightly damp after showering.
More On Fragrances
The Art of Fragrance Layering
The gesture of fragrance layering enables the scent to become part of your skin, instead of just sitting on top of it, and can last longer. Learn more on the art of fragrance layering: the Provencal-way to layer your favorite scent to last from morning ‘til night.
Find Your Signature Scent
Our fragrance lingering over the air is distinctive and makes us unique. From floral scents to citrus or warm gourmand, let us take you through our selection of fragrances and find the one that perfectly captures your personality.