How to Make Perfume Last Longer

A lasting perfume will draw you into a world of beauty that lingers well into the day or night.
To help you savour your fragrance longer, discover EISENBERG’s secrets for maintaining longevity and sillage, the trail of scent your perfume leaves behind.

The secrets to longer lasting perfume

When should you apply your perfume?

OPTION 1:
APPLY LAST MINUTE

WHAT TO DO
There isn’t really a best time to apply perfume. It’s mostly a matter of personal preference. A common method is to apply it last minute just as you walk out the door. 

KEEP IN MIND
If you meet people shortly after applying your fragrance, they will only notice its top and heart notes. If you meet others much later, they will pick up on the heart and base notes but not the top notes. That said, warm weather can cause your perfume to wear off quicker than usual. For that reason, it’s best not to use your fragrance before heading out into the sun.

PRO TIP
To maintain your perfume’s longevity and complex sillage, spray your scarf or coat before leaving home.

OPTION 2:
APPLY AFTER SHOWERING

WHAT TO DO
Perfumes adhere well to hydrated skin, so consider applying your fragrance after showering. Just remember to completely dry your skin before application.

KEEP IN MIND
If you are in the habit of applying perfume only after dressing, this option may not be ideal.

PRO TIP
For even better hold, apply a fragrance-free moisturiser before you perfume. Moisture creates a perfect base, giving your perfume something to stick to.

Spray and mist or spray and rub?

SPRAY AND MIST – YES!

WHAT TO DO
Spray your fragrance towards your pulse points: wrists, neck, décolleté, behind the ears. Concentrated areas of heat will diffuse the perfume and help it linger longer.

KEEP IN MIND
Maintain some distance between the perfume’s vaporiser and your skin. Spraying too closely will produce a jet of concentrated scent, and feel less pleasurable when you apply it.

PRO TIP
Spray your perfume in the air and walk through the mist. This will help distribute the scent evenly, leaving you with a hint of fragrance.

SPRAY AND RUB – NO!

WHAT NOT TO DO
Avoid spraying perfume on your wrists and rubbing them together.

KEEP IN MIND
Rubbing breaks down the perfume’s odorous molecules. It also causes skin to heat up quickly. This causes the top and heart notes to evaporate more rapidly, altering the scent of the fragrance.

PRO TIP
Preserve the integrity (and longevity) of your fragrance by spritzing both wrists. This will allow the perfume to seep in. Then do nothing at all.

How much perfume should you apply?

  

LONGEVITY AND PROJECTION

WHAT TO DO
Don’t ignore the longevity and projection of your fragrance.

KEEP IN MIND
Longevity relates to how long a scent lasts on your skin. Projection refers to how far from the wearer the scent can be smelled. The longevity and projection of a sillage will depend on how diffusive a perfume’s ingredients are.

PRO TIP
How strongly your fragrance should be worn is a matter of personal choice. But if you don’t want to overwhelm others, be mindful of how it performs once sprayed.

   

SOMETIMES LESS IS MORE

WHAT TO DO
Experiment with your perfume to better understand how it performs. Start with one or two sprays and judge the reactions of the people around you.

KEEP IN MIND
Sometimes, the more we wear a fragrance, the less we are able to smell it. We become so used to the scent that it seems to simply disappear.

PRO TIP
Know your notes. Some notes are lighter and can be reapplied often. Others, like Amber, are stronger, so are less likely to require touch ups.

An unconventional approach

  

 

SCENTING YOUR HAIR

WHAT TO DO
Though typically overlooked, applying perfume in the hair is another way to guarantee its longevity.

KEEP IN MIND
Never spray directly on to your hair.

PRO TIP
Spray your favourite perfume onto a brush or comb, and gently run it through your hair. Or spritz into the air and allow the molecules to mist your hair. Either technique will leave your hair lightly scented and undamaged.

Preserve your perfume’s integrity

Properly storing perfume

  

KEEP IT DARK AND COOL

WHAT TO DO
Store your perfume in a dark place with a consistently cool temperature. Or, after application, simply put it back in its box.

KEEP IN MIND
Heat, humidity and light will quickly degrade a fragrance, altering its chemical composition, aroma and colour.

PRO TIP
Avoid placing your fragrance bottle on a bathroom counter or shelf.

   

HANDLE WITH CARE

WHAT TO DO
Keep your perfume ritual simple and steady. Uncap, spray, recap. No shaking necessary.

KEEP IN MIND
When opened or shaken, you risk introducing oxygen into the perfume. This accelerates the breakdown and evaporation of a fragrance.

PRO TIP
EISENBERG perfumes are bottled with an atomiser spray, the safest way to prevent oxygen from entering. However, you should still return the cap, making sure it is tightly closed. When using an EISENBERG Extrait, always return the cap to the bottle.

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