A Guide to Perfume Types

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Parfum
Parfum, also known as extrait de parfum or pure perfume, has the highest fragrance concentration. Parfum will contain anywhere from 15% to 40% fragrance however concentration is generally between 20% to 30% for most parfums. Of all scents, parfums last the longest; usually six to eight hours. Parfum generally also commands the highest price of all the fragrance types due to the high concentration of fragrance. People with sensitive skin may do better with parfums as they have far less alcohol than other fragrance types and therefore are not as likely to dry out the skin.

Eau de Parfum
After parfum, eau de parfum (EDP) has the next highest concentration of fragrance. Eau de parfum generally has a fragrance concentration of between 15% and 20%. On average, eau de parfum will last for four to five hours. It is also generally less expensive that parfum and while it does have a higher concentration of alcohol than parfum, it is better for sensitive skin than other fragrance types. Eau de parfum is one of the most common fragrance types and is suitable for everyday wear.

Eau de Toilette
Eau de toilette (EDT) has a fragrance concentration of between 5% and 15%. It is cheaper than eau de parfum and is one of the most popular types of fragrance available. EDT fragrance will normally last for two to three hours. Eau de toilette is considered by some to be for daywear while eau de parfum is considered nightwear. The term eau de toilette came from the French term “faire sa toilette” which means getting ready.

Eau de Cologne
Eau de cologne, or EDC, has a much lower concentration of fragrance than the above types of perfume. EDC generally has a 2% to 4% percent concentration of fragrance and a high concentration of alcohol. It is cheaper than other types of fragrance however the scent generally only lasts for up to two hours. EDC generally comes in bigger bottles and more of the fragrance needs to be used. Originally eau de cologne referred to a traditional recipe that used herb and citrus notes with little anchoring with base notes.

Eau Fraiche
Eau fraiche is similar to eau de cologne in that the scent will generally last for up to two hours. Eau fraiche has an even lower concentration of fragrance than eau de cologne, normally only 1% to 3%. While eau fraiche has a low fragrance concentration, it does not contain a high amount of alcohol. Along with the fragrance, the remainder of eau fraiche is mostly water.

Along with the types of perfume listed above, there are mists, aftershaves, and other types of fragrances available. Higher end fragrances can cost a significant amount of money so doing research beforehand will ensure that you get the type of fragrance you are looking for. Along with fragrance types there are also fragrance notes which determine the final scent. With all of the types and scents available, shopping for perfume is not always easy but it is possible.

pure pheromone

AndrostaDIENONE

AndrostaDIENONE is one of the most well-researched pheromones around. It has a wide range of sexual, emotional, and romantic effects, and works well as an attractant.

AndrostaDIENONE enhances men's masculinity, triggers interest in dating and romance in both straight women and gay men, and improves the moods of straight women. While it is a male pheromone and does not work well to attract straight men, some women use AndrostaDIENONE for its self-effects.

AndrostaDIENONE has a mild pheromone odor that can easily be covered by a cologne or perfume.

AndrosteNOL

AndrosteNOL is a social pheromone known as "the icrebeaker pheromone." It is a common addition to pheromone colognes and perfumes and works well in a wide variety of situations.

AndrosteNOL elevates the mood, relieves stress, and improves focus. It can give the wearer a friendly, socially dynamic impression, and can help bring people's walls down in both social and romantic situations. It also works well to balance out the sometimes-aggressive effects of strong sex pheromones.

AndrosteNOL has a light pheromone odor. The odor is easily masked by even light perfumes and colognes.

AndrosteNONE

AndrosteNONE is a potent sex pheromone sometimes called the "alpha" pheromone. Because of its strong, sometimes-aggressive effects, pure AndrosteNONE is better suited to pheromone experts than beginners.

AndrosteNONE can stimulate sexual interest in both men and women. It helps the wearer make a confident, dominant, sexually-charged impression. When used in too large an amount, it can make the wearer come across as overly aggressive, so it should be used sparingly for best results.

Pure AndrosteNONE has a strong odor similar to body odor, so it should always be paired with a cologne or perfume for best results.

AndrosteRONE

AndrosteRONE is a mild sex pheromone. Its effects are similar to those of AndrosteNONE, but are not as intense. For this reason it is more suitable for beginners than more intense sex pheromones.

AndrosteRONE improves confidence, perceived authority, and sex appeal. It does not give as aggressive an impression as other sex pheromones, so it can be used in larger amounts with lower risk of pheromone overdosing. You can also use it to enhance the qualities of stronger sex pheromones without overdosing on the more intense products.
 

Guide to Choosing the Right Perfume or Cologne​

Perfumes and colognes are scents that men and women wear to enhance their beauty or even attract a potential mate. They can lift a mood, evoke fond memories, or just simply help you smell really good. There are literally thousands of different perfumes and colognes available on the market today. In fact, wearable scents have become a multi-billion-dollar-per-year business. Thanks to new marketing, new brands, and designer lines, more people than ever before are choosing and wearing different types of perfume and cologne. So how do you know which smell will be the best fit for you? There are several different ways you can decide how to choose the perfect scent that will match your own unique style and personality.
Choosing a Scent
Each perfume or cologne consists of different "notes." These notes determine the overall scent. These notes consist of three different layers called base, top, and middle notes, and they all work in synergy to create a specific smell. Some perfumes, for example would be considered floral and contain different scent notes like rose, gardenia, or geranium. Others may be a bit fruitier, with undertones of citrus or apple. Exotic perfumes contain spicy notes like star anise or even cinnamon. Men's scents have various notes as well. Musk scents have a heavier, more masculine tone, while others may have smells like pine or even leather-based notes. It is always a good idea to determine which types of cologne or perfume you prefer and then see which base notes they contain before making a purchase decision. You can learn more about the different notes used to make cologne and perfume in order to get a better idea of which ones you think will suit your tastes.
Choose a Concentration
Fragrances come in four different levels of concentration. As the concentration gets higher, the price usually gets higher as well. Typically, colognes or perfumes with high concentration have a more powerful scent and last longer. They can be a bit pricey, but some people feel the higher price is absolutely worth it. The highest concentration is simply called perfume or parfum. This level usually will last all day with just one application to the wrists or pulse points. The next lower level is eau de parfum, which typically can last about six hours after application. The third level is called eau de toilette and is usually fairly affordable and easy to find in retail stores. It typically requires more than one application throughout the day to get it to last. The fourth and lowest fragrance concentration is eau de cologne, which only lasts about two hours.
Test the Fragrance
Before you decide to purchase any fragrance, you should definitely do a few simple tests to make sure that it is something you will want to wear and that you will enjoy. Do a simple sniff test of the bottle first to get the main idea of what it smells like. The key, however, is to try a bit of the fragrance on your skin. This is why most department and cosmetics stores offer testers for people so they can try something before they buy it. Our skin has its own unique code of hormones and pheromones that can slightly or even extremely alter the way a fragrance smells. It is a good idea to spray a small amount on your wrists, wait a few moments, and then smell the scent on your skin. Sometimes, depending on your own chemical makeup, it can enhance or diminish the smell. It can also be altered if you have a certain chemistry that does not match the scent's mixture. If you cannot shop in retail stores, try a few simple online tests that can help you find a scent that will fit your own style.
 
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