Nothing is worse than having applied your favourite perfume in the morning and hardly noticing it by lunchtime. It's not always the actual perfume. It's sometimes a question on how skin is prepped, where they're sprayed and how they're stored.

Knowing how to make perfume last all day on skin has only a few main steps: 1. Make perfume stick, 2. make it evaporate more slowly. 3. Make it develop better. 

Why Perfume Fades Quickly on Skin

The fragrance always goes through changes. Lighter top notes tend to fade out early and become less intense as the vintage grows; deeper notes at the center of the palate tend to endure the longer the vintage. However, some skin types break the oils or ingredients in a scent more easily.

Longevity is diminished by dry skin, the heat, sweating, rubbing against clothes, not wearing perfume on the proper parts of the body. Even a strong perfume can bring an end to quickly if skin lacks moisture retention. 

Start With Moisturized Skin

Moisture makes perfume stick around for longer on skin. One is that people put their scent on dry skin.

Before spraying perfume:

• Shower or cleanse the skin first

• Apply an unscented body lotion

• Let the lotion absorb for a minute

• Spray perfume directly onto moisturized skin

Only use products with strong fragrances if they are also the same as your fragrance. If there are competing scents, it can make the scent look disorganized. 

Spray on the Right Pulse Points

Pulse points are warmer parts of the body. Warming the perfume allows it to release slowly during the day.

The best areas that should be sprayed are: 

• Wrists

• Neck

• Behind the ears

• Inner elbows

• Chest

• Behind the knees

Avoid rubbing your wrists when sprayed. All that rubbing can cause the initial fragrance to degrade and result in an uneven scent release. 

Layer Your Fragrance Smartly

Layering does NOT mean "too many products". It refers to preparing the soft base which will hold the Perfume.

Wearing an oil, cream or light scent can come in handy. If you wear Acqua Di Parma fragrances and are more interested in Italian fragrance-loving styles, you might opt for fresh and clean perfumes that will not overpower you.

This type of fragrance pairing is particularly helpful for those who wish to create a sophisticated aroma without it being too overpowering. 

Apply Perfume Before Getting Dressed

If you're looking to wear perfume, apply it only to your clothing to prolong the wear, but if your looking for it to feel natural apply it to your skin. Use perfume prior to wardrobe so it remains properly deposited on the skin.

A light misting of clothes can be done after, but take care with dressy fabrics. Certain fragrances can discolor deliacate fabrics, white clothing or fabrics with texture. 

Store Perfume the Right Way

The elements of heat, sun and high humidities can cause perfume to become weaker over time. Avoid storing bottles in the bathroom. Keep in a cool and dry area out of direct sunlight.

If you like decorating your room with fragrance, too, a scented candle such as Blu Mediterraneo Chinotto di Liguria Scented Candle could provide atmosphere without the worry of overly applying perfume to your body. 

The Bottom Line

Learning how to make perfume last all day on skin is mostly about preparation and control. Always use perfume moisturize first, apply to warm pulses, be very careful not to rub, layer wisely and keep perfumes well-closed.

The error is to believe that more sprays equals more performance. Rarely, they don't. A good perfume has a longer shelf life, is a more refined and a pleasant smell throughout the day when you wear it.