ORDER, ORDER!

To triumphantly layer different products with the same delectable fragrance, there is a certain order one should follow: 


• Begin with a squeaky clean base layer. A fragranced body wash or soap enhances what is to come.
• Prep the skin with a scented, hydrating body lotion. Perfume is proven to last longer on moisturised skin. (Something wondrously scientific about the molecules of fragrance literally clinging to the moisture.) 

• If perfume oils or body oils are a regular part of the daily ritual, apply them at this juncture to seal in the moisture. 
• For those who are partial to a swish of the mane, a specially formulated hair perfume is just the ticket. One or two spritzes will do.
• Next comes fragranced hand cream, a pampering and sensorial experience as one massages it in.
• And last but not least, the perfume – choose between Eau de Cologne, Eau de Toilette or Eau de Parfum. Dab on the hotspots diligently.


The greater number of layers, of course, the greater intensity and longevity of fragrance. A bit of experimentation may be necessary to achieve the perfect combination.

A NOTE ON DIFFERENT SKIN TYPES

Fragrance mingles with the warmth and natural oils in the skin – so skin type matters. On “normal” skin types (neither dry or oily), perfume will usually smell the same on the skin as when sampled on paper. But there are matters of pH level, hormones and diet that could alter it. For a bit of love, mystery and majesty, might we suggest Babylon?​

​Oily skin holds the top notes in perfume longer, but can also intensify certain elements. So keep a nose out for fragrance notes which become too strong and spoil the balance. Fascinatingly, sweet notes are known to be particularly overpowering on oily skin, while citrus is exceptionally bright. Which makes Blenheim Bouquet a persuasive choice.​

Dry skin benefits from a stronger scent with a heavier base to make the perfume last longer. Think woody notes, or spicy and floral tones, like those found in Halfeti. And, of course, layering your products as above will do wonders.

FOR MORE ADVENTUROUS NOSES

Layering different scents may seem like a no-no, but it’s perfectly allowed – for those who might be so bold. ​

First, one may want a little refresher on fragrance families. If confidence is riding high or experimentation sounds appealing, we have some helpful hints to keep in mind:


• Floral notes go well with most other notes.
• Notes in the same fragrance family can be used to enhance each other.
• Try a single-note perfume with a mixed perfume to bring out a specific note, add depth, or even dampen other notes.
• Musky, amber and woody notes pair beautifully with fruity and citrus perfumes.
• Do not layer two heavy or strong perfumes.
• Do layer perfumes that have at least one common note.

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