There are more articles and advice on perfumes for men than there are actual perfumes.
So much so that you’ve officially reached a stage where you don’t know what to believe and what to ignore.
Worry not, we’re here to help.
Because while everyone has many things to say about what makes a Good Perfume for Men, there’s very little information on what’s actually right.
1. Rubbing Your Wrists Together
It feels almost natural, spraying your perfume on your wrists and then rubbing them together.
The only problem is, this act is not doing what you think it’s doing.
It’s not making your perfume stick to your body better or mixing the perfume notes perfectly for you.
On the other hand, this action is actually affecting how the fragrance develops on your skin and is altering the way some of the notes are perceived.
So, while it may look cool to apply some perfume on your wrists and then rub them together, it’s actually making you look like you know less about them.
2. Applying Perfume On Your Skin Darkens It
If you’ve not been applying fragrances on your skin because you’re worried about this, then you’re not letting your perfume live up to its full potential.
The chances of a perfume actually darkening and ruining your skin are low. In rare cases, certain ingredients can cause irritation or pigmentation, especially if you have sensitive skin.
Perfumes, especially good perfumes for men, are designed to be applied on the skin as well. Not doing so will probably make them fade faster and make you think you’ve been buying bad-quality perfumes.
3. Expensive Perfumes Last Longer
If you think the perfume will only perform if it costs you half of your salary, then we’re here to bust that myth right out of your system.
What the price usually gives you is the premium brand’s name, packaging, a piece of luxury, and probably a stamp from a celebrity endorsing it. None of which decide the longevity of the perfume.
Some of the best perfumes for men don’t cost you a kidney and a loan. Because the composition and ingredients are what set them apart.
Always judge a perfume by how it smells on your skin and how long it survives throughout the day, not the number on the bill.
4. The More You Spray, The Longer Your Perfume Lasts
Taking a literal bath in your perfume is not the answer to wanting to smell good for long.
Longevity depends on how you apply the perfume and not on how much of it you put on.
These are some things that actually ensure your perfume lasts longer:
- Applying your perfume on clean and dry skin instead of using it as a replacement for not showering.
- Hitting the pulse points (wrists, neck, behind the ears, inner elbows) instead of spraying it around your body like a deo commercial.
- Layering. The act of using the same fragrance notes in your body wash or soap.
- Applying the perfume on both your clothes and skin.
What you shouldn’t do is put so much on yourself that everyone around you can’t stop sneezing and wishing you were in some other room.
5. One Scent Works For All Seasons
While the idea of having a signature scent feels really cool and put-together, you need to ask yourself whether that same perfume works for every season, especially in Indian weather conditions.
Perfumes will feel different in different temperatures, climates, occasions, and even your mood at that particular time. Using the same notes for all these situations will make you less “put-together” and more “all over the place”.
That’s why something with Oud might sound heavenly on a cold December night but feel suffocating on a hot June afternoon.
We suggest investing in Perfume kits or combos that come with different options for you to try and apply as per the need of the hour.
6. Perfumes Are Only For Special Occasions
This one is for those who think that perfumes are a luxury.
Most men think a good shower is enough for them to smell great all day long. And even if they don’t, it’s fine. Because smelling slightly sweaty is rugged and manly after all. It’s not.
Don’t keep perfumes only for a date, an office meeting, or when you’re going out for dinner with friends.
Make it a part of your daily routine, you’ll notice a whole world of difference in how people receive you.
7. Fragrances Can Be Stored Anywhere
If you’ve been carelessly putting your perfume bottles anywhere, thinking the glass they come in is protecting them, well, it’s not.
Perfumes need to be stored in a cool, dark, and dry space where the temperature is not too hot.
This means putting them in a bathroom is a big NO.
The heat and humidity from a hot shower will break down the compounds of your scent faster, making your perfume’s shelf life shorter and also altering the way it smells.
In Conclusion…
There’s a lot of misinformation on perfumes being spread around on the internet. Some of it feels so easy to believe that we all actually do.
The real point here is to not get swayed by what you hear or read and trust yourself to know what’s actually right for you.
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