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Fragrance Basics
But America's retreat from stinkers may be too late. The increase in scent allergies (or increased recognition of them) has given perfume a bad name in some circles. And, in fact, 1998 fragrance sales lagged noticeably. Or maybe it's all those colognes with names like Om and Dirt. Most experts say layering your fragrance is
the best way to increase its lasting power. Apply perfume to your body's pulse points (where the heartbeat is apparent): inside your ankles, on your wrists, behind your knees, at the nape of your neck and between your breasts. Contrary to popular belief, there's no pulse point behind the ears. And for heaven's sake, don't douse yourself. Never apply fragrance before going in the sun. The photosensitivity of the oils can cause sunburn and leave permanent marks on your skin. Avoid spraying fragrance directly on clothes. It can damage certain fabrics, especially silks or furs.
Perhaps if we think of perfume as an expression of personality rather than fashion, and wear it more like underwear than an overcoat, we can recapture the special sense of luxury once associated with a bottle of fine perfume. Next month: Part 2: Aaaaaah, the sweet smell of...?
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by Gabby
DON'T!!! Most fragrance companies offer
perfumes, body lotions and oils made in the same scent.
Pick one, not ALL, and use nonscented soaps, deodorants,
and hairsprays; every grooming product has its own scent
and will only end up fighting with yours.
Finally, remember
that your fragrance will be unique to you. Because we all
have individual chemical makeups, scent smells different
on everyone. Its aroma will change depending on your skin
type (oily skin holds fragrance longer than dry skin), or
if you change your diet, begin taking certain
medications, or smoke. Your fragrance will smell
different when you travel to another environment, and it
can change at home depending on the humidity in the air.
What smells great on your best friend may smell awful on
you.
