How to Match My Perfume Scent
Perfume is considered an accessory, and just like jewelry and make-up, it should match a person's body type and the type of event being attended. Perfume should never be overpowering, and it should not be worn heavily in small, enclosed spaces, such as on an airplane or in a classroom. A scent should be purchased based on how it reacts and smells on an individual, and not necessarily because of its name or brand. Because each person has a different pH level, skin type, lifestyle, and scent preference, some experimentation should be done to match the best perfume scent to the individual. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Different types of perfume
- Perfume testing strips
- Optional:
- Coffee beans
Instructions
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How to Match My Perfume Scent
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Consider your personal preferences for fragrances. If you enjoy the smell of flowers, look for a perfume or with a floral base, such as gardenia, roses, or jasmine.
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Avoid heavy scented perfumes if these tend to give you a headache or worse. Instead, search for something with a fruity scent, which should have a light and fresh smell. Fresh and light scents can include citrus, mint, apple, berries, and watermelon.
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Experiment with heavy, spicy scents if you are looking for something that will provide a calming effect on yourself or those around you. Scents that include tea might be a good starting point. Be sure to spray the perfume on a piece of paper or other item first, allow the fragrance to sit for about 30 seconds, and then smell the scent. If the scent is not offensive to your senses, then apply a small amount to the wrist and allow it to sit for 30 seconds before smelling the perfume.
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Keep in mind that oily skin will hold a perfume scent longer than dry skin. If you have dry skin, apply a non-scented or matching lotion, allow it to dry, and then apply the perfume.
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Remember that acidity levels of the body can change, and this can change how a perfume reacts with your body. Experiment with new scents if this seems to be an issue.
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Tips & Warnings
Ask for coffee beans when you are testing perfume scents. Take a whiff of the coffee beans before you smell a new scent. The coffee beans will help regulate your senses and prevent you from mixing up scents.
