Do you also get the feeling that you can't smell your perfume after lunch? Are you off to a date in the afternoon, but the morning fragrance is gone? Snap! Don't worry though, I've got a really easy trick for you which anyone can master. Fragrance layering! You will smell divine all day long, and your aura will be unforgettable.
Layering is like mixing your own signature drink, but you are working with fragrances instead of flavours. It starts in the shower, continues with a body lotion or oil, and ends with your favourite perfume. The key is to find the best undertone – vanilla, wood or musk, for example – and let it permeate everything you use. This is where the real fun begins!
Starting with a blank canvas is a must-have. Choose a shower gel with a delicate, inconspicuous fragrance – vanilla, jasmine or citrus fruits are the ideal first step.
Hydration is king, but it can be fragrant too! Choose a body lotion or body oil with tones that complement your perfume. Citrus perfume? A light orange oil is your new BFF.
My trick: perfume goes on the pulse points - behind the ears, on the wrist, in the elbow socket. For extra effect, lightly spray into your hair (but not too much, so you don't dry it out).
If you feel during the day that you can't smell your perfume much anymore, just use a hand cream with the same fragrant base.
Scented candles don't just create a great atmosphere, they can also be part of your layering! Choose candles with tones that go with your signature style, and let them fill your space. When you come back home, your favourite undertone will surround you to extend the effect of your fragrance.
Hydrated skin retains a fragrance longer and the layers release it gradually. Plus, you can create a fragrance that's all your own. When someone asks you what you smell like, just wink and say, "That's me!"
Are you in? Layering is a game you will enjoy. And don't forget to have fun watching my video!