| Frequently asked questions about fragrances: |
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How can I keep my fragrance from going bad? |
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Keep your fragrance in a cool, dry area away from windows and sunlight. An opened bottle should be kept in its box. |
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What is the difference between parfum, eau de parfum, eau de toilette and eau de Cologne and aftershave? |
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The difference is in the amount of concentration oils in the fragrance. The highest concentration is perfume (15-30%). Next is eau de parfum (8-15%), then eau de toilette (4-8%), then eau de cologne (2-5%) and the least is after shave. The higher the concentration of oils in the fragrance the longer your fragrance will last. |
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Why do some fragrances last much longer than other? |
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PH levels vary slightly from person to person. The Ph level will determine how the ingredient in a fragrance will react to each person. Each person reacts differently resulting in varying results.
People with dry skin usually find that a fragrance will hold less time than with people with oily skin because oily skin will hold the fragrance longer. |
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What is the difference between splash and spray? |
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There is no difference between splash and spray. The only difference is in the application method and is a matter of personal preference. |
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How can I make my scent last longer? |
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Try applying your fragrance behind your ears, on your neck, between the breasts, ankles, and a light spray on your hair could last all day. Also, trying using other products such as shower gel, body lotion, after shave, etc. to enhance your fragrance. |
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Why does fragrance contain alcohol? |
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Alcohol makes the fragrance emanate from your skin so you can smell it. |
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What is the Difference between After Shave Lotion, After Shave Gel and After Shave Balm? |
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After Shave Lotion – Usually stings and will help to close your pores.
After Shave Balm – Soothing to your skin.
After Shave Gel – Soothes and Cools your skin. Relieves razor burn. |
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What is shower gel? |
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It's soap in a liquid form. When the same fragranced shower gel as your fragrance is used, it will enhance your fragrance to last longer. |
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What is the difference between Major Scent and Notes? |
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There are many different ingredients (notes) which compose your fragrance.
These notes are usually divided in 3 categories.
Top Notes – Very volatile and lasts less than 2 minutes.
Middle Notes – After interacting with skin, will become apparent in 5 to 10 min. and will last for hour or two.
Bottom Notes – Most stable and the heaviest notes. It will last the longest and will reveal the true scent of your fragrance. |
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What are Testers or Unboxed items? |
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Testers are what you see on the department store counters for customers to try out. Most of the fragrance companies make testers to promote their products. Depending on the manufacturer testers may come in a plain white box, brown box or no box at all. They may also come with or without a cap. They may also have the phrase "Tester" or "Demonstrator" printed on them. Since testers are made with the same content as the retail boxed items, they are great way to enjoy the fragrance at savings. |
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Common Fragrance Abbreviations |
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| M |
Mens |
bl |
body lotion |
tst |
tester |
| W |
Womens |
bc |
body cream |
nib |
new in box |
| U |
Unisex |
gel |
bath & shower gel |
ub |
unboxed |
| edt |
eau de toilette |
bp |
body powder |
sh |
shampoo |
| edp |
eau de parfum |
bm |
body mist |
mini |
miniature |
| edc |
eau de cologne |
deo |
deodorant |
as |
after shave |
| col |
cologne |
deo stick |
deodorant stick |
ab |
after shave balm |
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