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Using Perfume on Clothes
There is no single way to apply perfumes, and if you want to make it last a bit longer, spraying it on your clothes can help. However, there are times when this can backfire, as some perfumes can leave oily stains on fabrics, especially concentrated Eau de Parfum scents.
The higher the quality of the fragrance, the longer it will last on your clothes. Some perfumes will even survive going through the washing machine, while others dissipate within hours of application. This depends on the concentration of oils in the perfume – the higher the oil content, the longer the scent will last. If you’re looking for a more delicate aroma, using an Eau de Toilette would be better.
Fragrance Longevity on Clothes
People often choose perfumes based on how long the scent lasts when applied either to the skin or clothes. However, you must consider that the quality of the perfume will determine its staying power.
With some stronger perfumes, you can feel confident that your scent will last all day, and in some cases perfumes can linger on clothes for over a week. If you use a less expensive perfume with lower oil content, you can expect it to last anywhere from a few hours to a day.
Skin vs. Fabric Application
Perfume is primarily designed to be applied to the skin, as your body heat is what activates the fragrance. Depending on where you apply it, you can expect different performance levels – for example, applying it to pulse points will result in a stronger, more diffused scent than if you applied it elsewhere.
Additionally, there is a major downside to applying perfume to clothes – it can leave oily stains that are difficult to remove. Perfumes made with high levels of aromatic oils can leave greasy marks, and in some cases the colored dyes in the fragrance can make these even worse.
Furthermore, applying perfume to the skin allows it to interact with your natural body chemistry, making each scent slightly different depending on the wearer. This cannot be achieved when spraying fragrance onto fabrics.
Applying perfumes to fabrics may also interact with other scented products you have on your clothes, such as detergent or fabric softener. For the best, most consistent results and nicest overall aroma, you should apply perfume to your skin first before getting dressed.
