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How do I choose the right perfume scent?
No one perfume smells the same on everyone. That is because the scent in the bottle mixes with your own body's unique chemistry to give you a fragrance this can be quite dissimilar, no matter if you are using the same perfume. So, how can you learn to choose the right scent for you when it won't even smell the same as what is in the bottle? There are ways to do this, by understanding your preferences, and testing a small sample of it for a day or so.
If you like floral perfumes, there is no reason you can't indulge your tastes, even if fruity perfumes are the rage. Go with what you like first, and then make sure to get a small sample. You can usually get samples from the maker of the perfume online, or you can go into any boutique and try a tester bottle.
Once you have the sample, put a little on the pulse points on your body. The wrists are a great place to start your scent adventure. The heat of the pulse points brings out the fragrance better. The first notes you smell will be the top notes. They shouldn't last more than a couple of minutes, although some can last longer. The middle notes come next and these will last longer than the top notes. This fragrance will eventually melt away into the base or low notes. If you have had the fragrance on for a day and still like the way it smells, odds are you have found a compatible fragrance. This type of test is also good to detect any allergic reactions you might have to the fragrance. If you experience redness, itching, or a rash on the point of application, then you will not want to buy that perfume. Stick to perfumes that not only smell good, but also are comfortable to wear.
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