A MAN’S GUIDE TO FRAGRANCE: HOW TO CHOOSE AND WEAR COLOGNE

Mind it or not, men are extremists in doing whatever they are supposed to do, even when using perfumes. Either they will empty the whole bottle or they won’t even bother to wear any. Some men are so naive about fragrances that they can not even differentiate between a body spray and a perfume. For them, applying more than a half bottle of scented gas spray is equal to applying a sophisticated men’s perfume, which should be used in a minimal quantity. 

If you are a guy reading this and got offended by this, don’t. Take this as an opportunity, and learn to smell like a Greek God. This article is a guide to all your questions regarding men’s perfume and cologne.

Deodorants are both linear fragrance formulations that mask body odour. They smell exactly the same from beginning to end. Some have active antiperspirant ingredients that reduce sweat production. Spraying deodorant body sprays all over your body is possible. Perfumes on the other side are dynamic formulations that can be simple or complicated and can change from one end to another. Apply perfumes to the pulse points of your skin, such as the wrists and inside of the elbows. The body heat aids in the diffusion of the fragrance. You can also spray perfumes on clothing. The lower concentration versions should be used in the morning/day and the more concentrated versions in the evening/night. 

Some important rules

The body is where perfumes should be worn. Generally, the pulse points are located inside the wrists, behind the ears, and back of the neck. The body’s warmth makes perfumes bloom to their fullest potential. The warmth of perfumes applied to clothing will not be felt, and the lingering effect that is usually desired will be diminished.

Choose the perfect perfume for men

It is difficult to choose the right perfume for a particular occasion. Many fragrances can be classified into different categories or facets. A perfume is a blend of these classified ingredients which belong to some specific facets like, floral, woody, fruity or fresh sea notes. After a few trials, you will be able to determine which type of notes you prefer. They should feel good on your skin and compliment your personality.

You should also consider the occasion, season and mood. It is important to carefully consider the fragrance you will wear to work and to the beach.

1. At Work: Don’t over-spray your perfume at work. You can choose fresh cologne or aromatic sporty fragrances that contain citrus, mint, or rosemary.
2. For a romantic date, woody scents are the best.
3. Party: Choose a fragrance that highlights your individuality and shows off your masculinity. Because they contain warm, captivating notes of patchouli and vanilla, musk, amber, and musk fragrances are your best options.
4. Brunch: An enjoyable morning that allows you to relax. To feel a holiday-like calm, choose a marine scent with aquatic notes.