A perfume expert shares tips on getting the most bang for your buck with your perfumes.
A trick made their perfume last longer.
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Reddit user common sense shared the beauty tip in a post.
“I used to work at Ulta, specifically in perfumery, so I have some tips!” they said.
They explained that applying the same scent multiple times can make a big difference.
“If possible, use the same scent for shower gel, lotion and perfume,” they said.
A trick with Vaseline also ensures that perfumes stay on the skin better.
“Another weird trick is to put a little Vaseline on your skin before applying perfume. It will then sit on the skin for a little longer before it sinks in,” they said.
“Invest in higher quality perfumes and avoid anything that is a ‘body spray’.”
Fun fact: perfumes can smell completely different from person to person.
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“They mix with the natural oils from your body, giving you a unique scent.
“Plus, something that smells good on steel paper can smell completely different once it’s on your skin.”
Others agreed that while luxury perfumes can be expensive, they are well worth the investment.
“This! A lady who works at Ulta also taught me the importance of investing in better quality fragrances,” one commenter said.
“I honestly thought she just wanted to sell something, lol.
“Even after her advice I was too cheap to splurge, so my husband went back and bought me a lovely YSL fragrance for Christmas, and let me tell you, it was a game-changer! Even my child said she likes my perfume now.”
Invest in higher quality perfumes and avoid anything that resembles a ‘body spray’.
Redditor Commonfckingsense
“You know, I’ve never thought about using the same scent for perfume and soap,” said another commenter.
“I’m going to do that now. Shame on you, I only have body spray because it’s cheap.”
One commenter added that the layering technique takes their scent experience to the next level.
“It’s a game changer if you use all three of the same scents or three scents that go well together,” they said.
“Body spray is fine. It just doesn’t stay on for very long.
“Try the Vaseline hack, it should last longer! Also avoid alcohol based products, [they] “only dries out your skin.”
