Perfume Care & Use Guide: How to Apply, Layer & Store Your Fragrance

For optimal performance, apply perfume to clean, moisturised skin. Fragrance oils bind better to hydrated skin, allowing the scent to project smoothly and last longer throughout the day.

Spray once or twice onto pulse points such as the sides of the neck, behind the ears, wrists, inner elbows, or behind the knees. These warmer areas help diffuse the fragrance naturally.

Allow the perfume to settle on the skin. Avoid rubbing the fragrance after application, as friction can break down the top notes and shorten wear time.

For extended longevity, lightly mist perfume onto clothing from a safe distance of 20–30 cm. Avoid delicate fabrics, jewellery, and light-coloured garments.

Fragrance longevity is not only about concentration — it’s about how the scent is built on the skin. Layering creates a fragrance “anchor” that helps perfume project better, last longer, and develop more evenly.

Step 1: Cleanse with the Matching Body Wash or Shower Gel

Begin by cleansing with a Scentemy Body Wash or Shower Gel in the same (or a complementary) fragrance. This removes competing scents and starts building the fragrance profile from the base layer.

• Removes residual odours
• Prepares the skin to hold fragrance
• Builds the scent foundation

Step 2: Moisturise with the Matching Hand & Body Lotion

Apply the corresponding Scentemy Hand & Body Lotion while the skin is still slightly warm. Moisturised skin holds fragrance far better than dry skin, slowing evaporation and improving longevity.

Focus on pulse points such as the neck, wrists, inner elbows, chest, and behind the knees. Allow the lotion to absorb fully before applying perfume.

Step 3: Apply Perfume to Pulse Points

Apply perfume once the skin has been layered. Because the scent profile is already present, fewer sprays are needed, projection becomes smoother, and wear time increases.

Optional Enhancements

• Use a matching Roll-On for discreet top-ups
• Lightly mist clothing for extended wear
• Add Home & Linen Mist to scarves or bedding for scent continuity

Scentemy Tip: Proper layering turns fragrance into presence. Expect people to lean closer, ask what you’re wearing, and notice the scent long after you’ve left the room.

Store perfume in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity. Always keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

• Avoid bathrooms due to temperature and moisture fluctuations
• Keep away from windows and direct sunlight
• Store upright to protect the atomiser

Proper storage preserves the fragrance’s original character and longevity, especially in warmer climates.

Perfume naturally evolves over time through a process known as maceration. As fragrance ingredients settle and blend, the scent often becomes smoother, deeper, and more refined.

What You May Notice

• Softer openings
• Richer mid and base notes
• Improved projection and longevity

How to Support Maceration

1. Store the bottle correctly in a cool, dark place
2. Use 3–5 sprays when new to introduce oxygen
3. Allow the fragrance to rest for 1–4 weeks
4. Avoid heat, sunlight, and humidity