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Think your perfume habits are on point? These five facts might surprise you.
Spray Smarter: 5 Perfume Myths You Need to Forget
Think you know how to use your perfume right? Think again. Prachi Saini Garg, founder of Scentzania India, busts some of the most common perfume myths – ones that even seasoned fragrance lovers often fall for.
Myth 1: You use perfume the same way in all seasons
Perfumes behave differently depending on the weather, and how you apply them should vary too. In winter, spraying directly on the skin works well, as your body heat helps release the fragrance slowly over time. But in summer, when it’s hot and humid, it’s better to spray perfume on your clothes or under layers. When applied on skin in the heat, the fragrance can feel too strong at first and then fade away faster.
Myth 2: All Eau de Parfums (EDPs) are the same
Just because a bottle says EDP doesn’t mean it’s strong or long-lasting. Eau de Parfum is supposed to have a higher concentration of fragrance oil usually around 20% compared to Eau de Toilette (EDT) or Eau de Cologne (EDC). But here’s the catch: there’s no strict rule or global standard. Some brands use lower oil content and still label it as EDP. That’s why it’s always worth testing a perfume yourself, rather than relying solely on the label.
Myth 3: Coffee clears your nose while sampling perfumes
We’ve all seen those little bowls of coffee beans in perfume stores, and many believe sniffing coffee helps reset your sense of smell. But the truth is, coffee doesn’t actually “cleanse” your nose. It can even fatigue your olfactory senses if used too often. It might help if you’re comparing just two fragrances, but if you’re testing multiple scents, it’s better to take a break, step outside for some fresh air, or smell your own skin instead that’s what truly resets your nose.
Myth 4: Expensive perfumes are always better
Not always. A high price tag doesn’t guarantee better ingredients or performance. Many luxury brands spend heavily on celebrity endorsements and advertising, which adds to the product’s cost — but not necessarily its quality. Of course, very cheap perfumes often cut corners with synthetic or low-grade ingredients, which affects both scent and longevity. But between the extremes lies a world of beautifully crafted fragrances worth discovering. It’s not about the price — it’s about what works for you.
Myth 5: Perfume was invented in France
While France is considered the perfume capital of the world today, the roots of perfumery go back much further and much closer to home. Ancient India had a rich tradition of perfume-making, with texts like the Brihat Samhita documenting recipes and techniques thousands of years ago. In fact, some of the earliest distillation tools used for extracting essential oils were found in the Indus Valley Civilization. So no, perfume didn’t originate in France, we’ve been scenting our lives in India since ancient times.
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