Cologne

Categories of Scents

Fragrances are mixtures of different “raw materials” or perfume oils. These “raw materials” can be natural or synthetic and are mixed with a solvent (usually alcohol) to preserve and dilute the scent. The level of “raw material” in your fragrance will determine the length of time it will last when worn....

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Mistakes, Applying Cologne (Men)

Common Mistakes When Applying Cologne For Men

There are a few mistakes men commonly make when applying cologne that can prevent them from getting the most out of their cologne usage. When applying the fragrance you should avoid: Spraying the fragrance on your clothing. Spraying cologne directly on your clothes prevents...

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The Fragrance Lifecycle

The Fragrance Lifecycle

Fragrances almost always contain three “notes”: a top note, medium note and a base note. When you’re wearing a fragrance it goes through three stages of evaporation. Top notes evaporate first, then the medium notes and then the base notes, so you should take this into consideration when...

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Perfume -The History

Perfume is thousands of years old, with evidence of the first perfumes dating back to Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamiaand Cyprus. The English word "perfume" comes from the Latin per fume, meaning "through smoke."

History of Perfume Around the World 

The Ancient Egyptians were the first to incorporate perfume into their culture, followed...

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