How to Make Your Perfume Last Longer: 7 Proven Tips
Ever feel like your perfume disappears too quickly?
We’ve all been there — you spray your favourite scent in the morning, but by midday, it’s barely noticeable. The good news? With a few simple tricks, you can enjoy your fragrance from morning to night. Here’s how to make your perfume last longer — the right way.
1. Moisturize Before Applying Perfume
Perfume lasts longer on hydrated skin. Always apply an unscented body lotion or oil before spraying your fragrance. Pro Tip: Apply a little petroleum jelly (like Vaseline) to your pulse points before spritzing to help lock in the scent.
2. Focus on Pulse Points
Pulse points are warm areas of the body that help diffuse fragrance. Apply your perfume to: Wrists Neck Behind the ears Inside elbows Behind the knees Important: Don’t rub your wrists together after spraying — it can break down the fragrance and shorten its wear time.
3. Apply Right After a Shower
Your skin is warm and pores are open after a shower — the perfect time to apply perfume. Gently pat your skin dry and spray directly onto slightly damp skin.
4. Layer Your Fragrance
Layering builds up your scent and helps it last longer. Use products from the same fragrance family: Scented body wash Matching lotion Eau de parfum Or try combining complementary perfumes to create a unique, long-lasting blend.
5. Store Your Perfume Properly
Heat, light, and humidity break down perfume quickly. Store your fragrance in a cool, dark place, like a drawer or shelf — not in the bathroom.
6. Spray on Clothes and Hair
Perfume tends to last longer on fabric than skin. Lightly mist your clothes (do a patch test first), or spray a bit on your hairbrush and run it through your hair. Note: Don’t spray directly onto your hair — the alcohol can cause dryness.
7. Choose the Right Concentration
For longer wear, go for fragrances with higher perfume oil concentration: Parfum or Extrait de Parfum (most long-lasting) Eau de Parfum (EDP) Eau de Toilette (EDT) (lighter, wears off faster)
Final Thoughts
Fragrance is a powerful part of your personal style. With these tips, you’ll make your scent last longer and leave a lasting impression — wherever you go.