Ever wondered why one spray of a certain perfume lingers until evening, while another vanishes before you’ve even left the house? Read on to discover.
The Science
At their core, perfumes are a blend of aromatic oils diluted in a solvent, usually alcohol. Longevity is determined by the ratio of these essential oils to the alcohol. Alcohol is highly volatile, meaning it evaporates quickly, and the more oil present in the mix, the slower the evaporation process. This is the formula that allows the scent to cling to your skin for hours.
The Categories
Fragrances are categorised based on these oil percentages, which serve as a roadmap for their performance:
Eau de Cologne: 2-4% of essential oil (typically lasts about 2 hours)
Eau de Toilette: 5-15% of essential oil (typically lasts 3–5 hours)
Eau de Parfum: 15-20% of essential oil (popular choice for 5–8 hours of wear)
Parfum/Extrait: 20-40% of essential oil (this is the category that can last 12+ hours)
KDJ Offers Only High Quality
While many designer brands stick to lighter EDT concentrations for mass appeal, KDJ Inspired focuses on high-performance formulations. By prioritising high-oil concentrations and premium ingredients, KDJ ensures their inspired scents offer the depth and longevity usually that’s usually reserved for the most expensive luxury extraits.
How to Make Scents Last Longer
You can further extend your fragrance’s life with a few pointers, like applying fragrance to moisturized skin (Oil-based lotions act as a primer for the scent). Also, spray warm areas like the neck, wrists, and even the back of the knees. Final top tip: don’t rub. Rubbing perfumes together breaks down those sensitive top notes, shortening the scent’s overall lifespan.
