Your scent is one of the most important components to leaving a lasting impression. Let's face it, it's always sweet to get complimented on your amazing scent–especially when you're having a long (and kinda of sweaty) day. Bueno, there are several fragrance hacks and tips to ensure that your favorite scent lasts and you're left smelling amazing at all hours of the day.
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Spray after you shower
Fragrance particles absorb stronger onto clean skin. Spritz on your neck, wrists, stomach and legs (yes, they deserve a spray too!) right after getting out of the shower.
Use petroleum jelly
Believe it or not, this multi-purpose skin ointment is awesome at holding in fragrance onto the skin for longer. Rub on your pulse points before spraying your favorite scent.
Know where to apply
You want to spray on target areas like your wrists and neck, but also ankles, legs and lower back. As you walk, you want the scent to rise and last longer throughout the day.
Pick a great fragrance combo
If you have dry skin, you want to make sure your fragrance locks into some type of moisture on your skin. Applying a fragrance lotion that matches your perfume, like Avon's Outspoken Party! by Fergie set, will ensure that you smell fabulous all day long.
Carry a travel-sized perfume
For pleasurable sniffing purposes, you never want to leave the house without a small bottle of perfume. Make sure your purse emergency beauty kit includes a travel-sized perfume bottle.
Try a scented hair spray
Your hair is great at capturing scents for a long period of time. Hair sprays contain aerosol fragrances, which won't be too overwhelming for your nose. Your admirers will love it!
Know your fragrance notes
Typically, most fragrances are made up of three notes: the base, top and heart notes. The base note is the strongest, which means you'll smell more like those components once your scent starts to fade. Make sure you're a fan of the smell before you commit to purchasing.
Spritz cotton swabs
If you don't have your favorite fragrance bottle in travel-size form, you can spray several cotton swabs with your perfume and store them in a plastic baggie. They'll be moist and ready for a touch up when you are!
Make your scented soap work double time
Grab one of your favorite scented soaps, wrap them in tissue paper and place them in your clothing drawer. This will ensure that your clothes also has a lasting fresh scent throughout the day.
Layer your sprays
If you want to smell great all day long, the trick is to layer your sprays in several applications. Spray after you get out of the shower, but also before leaving the house. Several layers will guarantee you smell fresh for longer.
