Your sense of smell is one of the strongest senses you have, and it should not be taken for granted. What you smell can have a significant psychological effect since it is closely connected to your memory and mood. Particular scents can elicit a specific collective response from a group of individuals.  Take the citrus or lemon scent, for example. Many people associate this with a sense of freshness, which may partly be because it is so often used in both personal and home hygiene products. Peppermint, on the other hand, has a reputation for making people feel relaxed, clean, and...

Many people have a go-to scent. For some, using an affordable brand or drugstore option is enough. However, others prefer luxury perfumes. It’s not just for prestige; here are reasons why it pays to know how to distinguish your Christian Dior from your Carolina Herrera. Designer Perfumes Have Unique Scents Luxury fragrances are layered; they aren’t just “citrus,” “floral,” or “fresh.” They usually have the full spectrum—top notes, heart notes, and base notes—combining and creating unique scent profiles. Some fragrances use oils from rare roots or flower petals, and the more oil in a perfume the more concentrated the smell....

Fashion is a form of expression for many people, that’s why most strive to dress for different occasions. Whether it brings out your chic side through stylish clothes or dressing up for the job you want, people use things to make a positive impression. With that in mind, the same concept applies to smelling pleasant as a way to boost confidence.  Perfume can extend one’s personality in creative ways—be it to subtly enhance your appearance, uplift your spirits, trigger happy memories, or make a powerful introduction to any meeting, interview, or first date. While there are a lot of scents...

Before you embark on the journey of creating a custom perfume, you must understand how it works. Fragrances can be broken down into three essential oils: the top note, the middle note, and the base note. All of these work together to create a long-lasting and memorable scent. Top Note Oils This category fades away quickly and comprises about 5 to 20 percent of your perfume. Top notes usually smell fresh, so they’re usually made up of citrus essential oils. Orange Essential Oil The zesty and robust aroma of orange extract makes it the ideal top note essential oil. It...