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Perfumes have been used by both sexes for over 4 000 years. Once a sign of wealth and a means to cover less fragrant whiffs, today perfumes are a must-have accessory. Perfume needs to be carefully chosen and matched to personality and occasion. Familiarity with types, ingredients and the jargon of the parfumier’s art will help you choose amongst the many hundreds of brands on the market.
Perfumes consist of aromatic compounds dissolved in ethanol (alcohol), sometimes diluted further with water. They are described according to their dilution:
° Parfum extrait (perfume extract): 15–40%
° Eau de parfum: 10-20%
° Eau de toilette: 5-15%
° Eau de cologne < 5%
Like music, fragrance is described in terms of ‘notes’. Middle and base notes combine to give the principal scent of a perfume. The parfumier is an expert in creating harmonious compositions, as skilled as any artist.
° Head notes, or top notes, are the smells you smell first in a perfume (because they evaporate first).
° Heart notes, or middle notes, are the next to emerge.
° Base notes may take up half an hour or longer to appear, which is why you should never spray and buy in a hurry.
For the last twenty-five years fragrances have been classified into five main families:
floral, oriental, woody, fresh and fougère. Many masculine fragrances belong in the family ‘fougère’, meaning ‘fern’ in French. Fresh fragrances include citrus and ‘green’. Gourmand fragrances are those with the ‘eat-me’ factor, with notes that may include chocolate, vanilla or other edible substances.
Plants are the main sources of organic or natural perfume essences, and include flowers, resin and even roots and bulbs. Some sources are no longer used because the species is endangered (such as sandalwood) or because of cruelty to animals (civet, musk oil, ambergris).
Synthetic compounds are commonly used in perfumes today, in some cases because they are cheaper but also because chemists have created fragrances not found in nature.
Essential oils are distilled from plants instead of being extracted by dissolving in alcohol or by other chemical processes.
Storage of perfume is important if you want it to last. Heat, light and air cause perfumes to degenerate. Ideal temperatures are less than 10 degrees Celsius. Spray bottles are best because they prevent exposure to air every time the cap comes off the bottle.
Perfumes, especially those with higher concentrations of aromatic compounds, can trigger allergies, asthma attacks and rashes. Because the ingredients of perfumes are closely kept secrets, the industry has been under-regulated but is increasingly being required to comply with regulatory guidelines. If in doubt, stop and switch.
Understanding perfume helps you match scent to scenario. A concentrated perfume with heady oriental notes is for evening, a fresh, green eau de toilette ideal for daily use. The number one rule of perfume use is that less is more. The old chestnut about spraying perfume into the air and then walking through the mist is not such a bad idea. If the whole room smells like you, you’ve overdone it and are probably quite literally getting up people’s noses. Just the right amount suggests a person of elegance, taste and sophisticated femininity.
About the Author:
Owner of JLCGifts.com online gift store offering discount designer fragrances, jewelry and gift baskets for all occasion. My “Fresh Scents” Blog provides educational and informative articles on the fragrance industry.
An accountant by occupation for 20+ years and currently employed as a Controller in the non-profit industry for an organization providing social services to women and their families.
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Burberry by Burberry Women’s 3.3-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $43.18 Launched by the design house of Burberry in 1995Burberry by Burberry is a feminine scentWomen’s fragrance is recommended for daytime wear |
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Burberry Brit Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $43.49 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Burberry in 2003Burberry Brit is a feminine scent recommended for daytime wearWomen’s scent possesses a blend of almonds, limes and pears, with soft florals and vanilla |
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Jessica Simpson ‘Fancy’ Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $24.56 Fancy fragrance was created by perfumer Alexis Dadier Women’s fragrance is classified as oriental, vanilla, sexy and feminine Women’s eau de parfum spray comes in a 3.4-ounce spray |
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Curve Vintage Soul by Liz Claiborne Women’s 3.4-ounce Eau de Parfum Spray $16.06 Fragrance launched by the design house of Liz Claiborne in 2006Curve Vintage Soul is a feminine scentPerfume has a blend of lily, freesia, cactus flower, green lotus leaf, jasmine, blue tiger lily, gardenia, tuberose and more |
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Perry Ellis Women’s 1-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $9.6 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Perry EllisPerry Ellis parfum is a delicious, feminine scentWomen’s fragrance is perfect for any occasion |
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Chloe ‘Chloe’ Women’s 1.7-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $75 Chloe fragrance was launched by the design house of ChloeWomen’s eau de parfum is available in a 1.7-ounce bottlePerfume is great for nearly any occasion |
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Calvin Klein ‘Euphoria’ Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $48.49 Euphoria for Women by Calvin Klein is a sexy, one-of-a-kind scent Women’s fragrance contains notes of oriental ingredients and magnetic floral Ideal perfume for nighttime wear |
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Eternity Women by Calvin Klein 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $41.49 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Calvin Klein in 1988Eternity women’s fragrance is classified as romanticWomen’s scent possesses a blend of spice, flowers, exotic fruits, patchouli and amber |
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Michael Kors ‘Michael Kors’ Women’s 0.5-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $20.45 Michael Kors eau de parfum is a scent for womenPerfume comes in a .5-ounce sprayFeminine fragrance is full of rich, deep florals |
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Juicy Couture ‘Viva La Juicy’ Women’s 1.7-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $55.99 From the duo that turned a velour track suit into a fashion statement, Juicy Couture bring you this fruity and floral fragrance designed for the trendy woman. ‘Viva la Juicy’ is available in a 1.7-ounce spray. |
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Marc Jacobs Women’s 1.7-ounce Eau de Parfum Spray $34.44 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Marc Jacobs in 2001Marc Jacobs is classified as a feminine scentWomen’s fragrance is recommended for evening wear |
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Pure by Alfred Sung Eau De Parfum Spray 3.4-oz $20.48 Launched by the design house of Alfred Sung in 1997, PURE by Alfred Sung is classified as a refreshing fragrance. The spray possesses a blend of white floral and orchid blooms, with light woods. All sales are final on this product. |
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Herve Leger ‘Herve Leger’ Women’s 2.5-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $34.99 Launched in 1999, ‘Herve Leger’ features a feminine blend of jasmine, sandalwood, and heliotrope. This women’s eau de parfum is available in a 2.5-ounce spray. |
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Kenzo ‘Flower’ Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $48.99 Fragrance was launched by the design house of KenzoFlower is a feminine scent that possesses a blend of orange flowers and sweet spicesWomen’s perfume is recommended for daytime wear |
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Lauren Style Women’s 2.5-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $42 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Ralph Lauren in 2004Lauren Style by Ralph Lauren women’s fragrance is classified as a floral orientalWomen’s scent is recommended for evening wear |
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Dolce & Gabbana ‘The One’ Women’s 2.5-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $65.91 Enhance your personal style with an eau de parfum sprayWomen’s fragrance features notes consisting of mandarin, peach, and bergamotBeauty product features lychee, jasmine, muguet, and madonna lily |
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Prada ‘Infusion D’iris’ Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $71.59 Fragrance was launched by the design house of PradaWomen’s scent possesses a blend of Mandarin orange, frankincense, cedar, iris, vetiver and galbanumAvailable in 3.4-ounce eau de parfum spray |
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Escada ‘Magnetism’ Women’s 2.5-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $35 Launched in 2003, ‘Magnetism’ by Escada features a feminine blend of pineapple, lily, ivy, vanilla, mint and watermelon. This women’s eau de parfum is available in a 2.5-ounce spray. |
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Fancy Love 3.4-oz Eau De Parfum Spray for Women $25 The follow up to last year’s success from performer and actress Jessica Simpson this is a floral oriental for women. Top notes o |
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Paris Hilton Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $25.99 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Paris Hilton in 2005Paris Hilton possesses a blend of frozen apple, peach nectar, freesia, mimosa, jasmine and moreWomen’s perfume is perfect for almost any occasion |
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Gucci II Women’s 2.5-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $53.49 Unwrap a rich and lasting fragrance with women’s Gucci IIWomen’s perfume offers tart, tangy fruits, elegant and romantic notesEau de parfum spray is 2.5 ounces |
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Burberry ‘The Beat’ Women’s 1.7-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $35.49 Fragrance was launched by the design house of BurberryThe Beat possesses a blend of bergamot, cardamom, pink pepper and moreWomen’s perfume is recommended for daytime wear |
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Kenneth Cole ‘Black’ Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $36.36 Launched by the design house of Kenneth Cole in 2002, ‘Kenneth Cole Black’ offers a feminine blend of lush floral, citrus, sandalwood and musk. This warm fragrance is available in a 3.4-ounce eau de parfum spray. |
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Forever Eau De Parfum Spray 4.2-oz for Women $22.29 Launched by the design house of Alfred Sung in 1995, Forever is classified as a feminine scent.All sales are final on this product. |
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Obsession Night Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $38.64 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Calvin Klein in 2005Obsession Night women’s fragrance is classified as a citrusy floralWomen’s scent possesses a blend of vanilla, amber, bergamot, orange, mandarin, white floral and more |
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Usher ‘UR’ Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $24.99 Fragrance was launched by the design house of UsherUR is an alluring, feminine scentWomen’s fragrance is perfect for any occasion |
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Pamela Anderson ‘Malibu Night’ Women’s 1.7-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $24.99 ‘Malibu Night’ comes from the design house of Pamela AndersonWomen’s fragrance contains an enticing, sexy blend of juicy wild berries and zesty mandarin fruitEau de parfum spray available in a 1.7-ounce container |
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Maria Sharapova Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $13 Women’s scent was launched by the design house of Maria Sharapova in 2005′Maria Sharapova’ is a feminine scentWomen’s fragrance opens up with a sweet Mandarin and fresh bergamot |
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Escada ‘Magnetism’ Women’s 1.7-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $31.49 Magnetism scent is created by the design house of EscadaWomen’s fragrance has notes of green and fresh fruits and leaves, with a touch of musk and patchouliEau de parfum spray is available in a 1.7-ounce size |
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Tresor by Lancome 1.7-oz Women’s Eau De Parfum Spray $48.31 Pamper yourself with Tresor eau de parfum from LancomeWomen’s fragrance offered in 1.7-ounce containerScent features hints of lilac and apricot with lower notes of amber and musk |
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Eclat D’Arpege 3.4-oz Eau De Parfum Spray $38.99 Eclat D’Arpege fragrance is made by the design house of Lanvin Women’s fragrance is a fruity blend of Sicilian lemon leaves, lilac, and moreEau de parfum is available in a 3.4 ounce spray |
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Gucci ‘II’ Women’s 2.5-oz Eau de Parfum Spray (Tester) $42.99 II scent was created by the design house of GucciWomen’s fragrance features a blend of tart, tangy fruits that are elegant and romanticEau de parfum spray is available in a 2.5-ounce tester |
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Burberry ‘The Beat’ Women’s Mini .15-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $9.19 The Beat fragrance was launched by the design house of BurberryWomen’s perfume is available in a .15-ounce bottleEau de parfum is great for nearly any occasion |
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Yves Saint Laurent ‘Parisienne’ Women’s 3-oz Eau De Parfum Spray $57.95 Parisienne perfume was introduced in 2009 by the design house of Yves Saint Laurent.Design house: Yves Saint |
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Marcella Borghese ‘IL Bacio’ Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $19.18 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Marcella Borghese in 1993Il Bacio possesses a blend of plums, peaches, and pears accompanied by musk, amber and cedar woodWomen’s perfume is recommended for daytime wear |
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Bulgari Omnia Women’s 2.2-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $33.99 Bulgari Omnia fragrance was introduced in 2003 by the design house of BulgariWomen’s perfume consists of an enticing combination of woodsy and floral aromasEau de parfum spray is 2.2 fluid ounces |
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Bvlgari Omnia Women’s 1.3-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $23.99 Bvlgari Omnia fragrance was launched in 2003Feminine scent possesses a blend of woodsy and floral, an enticing combinationWomen’s perfume is recommended for evening wear |
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Givenchy ‘Hot Couture’ Women’s 3.3-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $70.11 Launched by the design house of Givenchy in 2000, ‘Hot Couture’ offers a feminine blend of aromatic woods and spices. This fragrance is available in a 3.3-ounce eau de parfum spray. |
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Elizabeth Arden ‘Splendor’ Women’s 4.2-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $21.49 Launched by the design house of Elizabeth Arden in 1998, Splendor is classified as a refined, oriental, floral fragranceThis feminine scent possesses a blend of water lily, magnolia, and white musk |
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Givenchy ‘Ange Ou Demon’ Women’s 1.7-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $61.36 Fragrance was launched by the design house of GivenchyAnge Ou Demon is a feminine scent that possesses a mixture of Tonka bean, vanilla, mandarin and moreWomen’s perfume is perfect for almost any occasion |
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Sarah Jessica Parker ‘Lovely’ Women’s 1-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $21.49 ‘Lovely’ is a Sarah Jessica Parker fragrance by CotyWomen’s perfume is a blend of mandarin, rosewood, lavender, apple martini and bergamotScent has a heart of orchid and patchouli with cedar, white amber woods and musk |
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Ralph Lauren ‘Notorious’ Women’s 2.5-ounce Eau de Parfum Spray $38.1 Notorious fragrance was launched by the design house of Ralph LaurenWomen’s perfume is a glamorous and provocative fragranceFeminine scent possesses a blend of deep black currant, decadent chocolate and sensual patchouli |
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Clean ‘Warm Cotton’ Women’s 2-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $39.99 Warm Cotton perfume conveys the feeling of a fluffy, warm towel just pulled from the dryerEau de parfum is available in a 2-ounce sprayWomen’s fragrance features notes of citrus, lilac and jasmine |
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Vera Wang ‘Truly Pink’ Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $48.23 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Vera WangTruly Pink is a feminine scent that possesses a blend of white freesia, apricot and moreWomen’s perfume is the embodiment of femininity and charm |
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Paris Hilton Can Can Women’s 3.4-oz Eau De Parfum Spray $28.47 Fragrance was launched by the design house of Paris Hilton in 2007Can Can women’s fragrance is classified as oriental and spicyWomen’s scent possesses a blend of cassis, clementine flower, wild orchid, nectarine, musk and orange blossom |
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Michael Kors Women’s 1.7-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $48.49 Enhance your personal style with a Michael Kors eau de parfum sprayWomen’s fragrance features deep floralsFragrance is very sensuous |
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Gwen Stefani LWomen’s 3.4-oz Eau De Parfum Spray $27.2 Gwen Stefani by Gwen Stefani is a classic addition to your body lotion collectionWomen’s fragrance boasts a 3.4-ounce volumePerfume includes a potpourri of ingredients |
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Salvatore Ferragamo Women’s 3.4-oz Eau de Parfum Spray $30.99 ‘Salvatore Ferragamo’ women’s eau de parfum spray boasts a feminine scentWomen’s fragrance features dry scent of greens and anise with lily of the valley, spices and lower notes of fruitEau de parfum spray is 3.4 fluid ounces |
