Perfume - "more than common scents"

Unless you sweat pheromones, your ability to appeal to the opposite sex on more than one sensory level will probably require you to utilize something more than the deodorant under your arms. Choosing the right perfume is not as simple as smelling a piece of paper in a mall or on the glossy pages of a magazine sample. Given that all individuals have a unique pH balance which reacts differently to perfumes, it's important to understand some science behind what makes those scents so appealing or more importantly not so appealing.

    

Whether it's an expensive brand like Clive Christian, Chanel, Dior, Caron, Hermes or a fragrance you buy at the mall where you might get a free backpack with your purchase, the composition of perfume is standard. This characteristic is referred to as the notes of the fragrance and consist of tip notes, middle notes, and base notes. With the base note being like the finish of a great glass of wine, it's an important consideration in making your decision since the base note in a perfume sometimes does not become apparent until 20 minutes after the initial application and could act in concert with the middle note for hours and finally linger independently for up to a full day. this is why choosing a perfume should not be an impulsive decision and often should only be made after experiencing the full range of the scent which could mean returning the next day to make the purchase. Most inexpensive perfumes lack an enduring base note but have an appealing top note to entice the consumer into the impulse purchase.

Probably the most important consideration when purchasing perfume is to ensure the scent appeals to yourself. Don't be guided by slick ad campaigns or promotional items which may accompany the glamorous bottle. The decision should be based on the contents of the bottle unless you intend on keeping the product as a decoration for your bathroom rather than actually using it. Remember, perfume should add to your confidence and that will reflect in how the perfume is perceived by others just as much as the scent itself.

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