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But don’t necessarily blame the perfume itself.
There are right and wrong ways to apply a scent.
@theouai / Design by Camden Dechert
Keep reading to find out why your scent might not have the staying power it should.
(Of course, if you prefer a lighter scent, that’s cool, too.)
Spring for an actual hair perfume.
TheFrederic Malle Hair Perfume Mistis a lighter variation of the cult-favorite carnal flower fragrance.
Dab or spray it on, and just let it be.
(Ensure your moisturizer is unscented so it doesn’t compete with your perfume of choice.)
You’re Not Storing Your Fragrance Properly
Did you know thatfragrances have an expiration date?
If the perfume changes color or texture, it’s likely aged and lost some of its integrity.
Key Takeaways
Qader, M. M., & Perera, K. S. (2020).
Fragrance in dermocosmetic emulsions: from microstructure to skin tool.International Journal of Cosmetic Science,46(1), 1-23.
Athar, M. (2020).
Detrimental effects of perfumes, aroma and cosmetics.J Dermatol Cosmetol,4, 42-4.
