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Rudi
Some of you may have noticed a poll running a while back posing the question "Ladies, how do you like your men to smell?"
Approximately 90% of voters chose 'like cologne', and the remainder chose 'like nothing'. Remarkably, nobody voted for 'like fish'.
I initially encountered a similar poll a few months ago where the respondents leaned heavily in favor towards wanting their men to smell 'like nothing'. I guess the female readers of Straight Eye for the Straight Guy are a discerning bevy of individuals who won't settle for anything less than the sweet/musky/citrusy aroma of a good fragrance.
Men's fragrances are popularly known as "Cologne". In true fact, cologne is merely one subset of the wide range of fragrances available:
As above, fragrances come in a variety of strengths, with 1/3 of perfume extract made up from aromatic compounds, to your everyday aftershaves which don't smell like much because they only contain up to a maximum of 2% of aromatic compounds.
Keep in mind that the saying "less is more" holds true. If people can smell your fragrance five minutes after you've left a room, you might want to think about going home and taking a shower. Being remembered as a walking Rafflesia flower is not the way to go.
The rule of thumb to keep in mind is that nobody should be able to detect even a hint of your fragrance unless they are within touching distance of you. In practical terms, this translates to keeping your usage each time to a single spray from your perfume bottle. Your girlfriend knows the best way to do it: spray it into the air in front of you and walk through it.
Other fragrance enthusiasts propose that the best way to wear perfume is to apply it on your 'hot spots' - the neck, wrist and chest area. Nevertheless, I don't really compute when guys talk about spraying their privates for a 'lil' somethin' special'. :/
"If the ladies only knew..."
Keep in mind that each individual fragrance is like a Harvard graduate - they don't work for just anybody. The way each person's body interacts with a fragrance is different. In addition, deodorant can actually alter the smell of a fragrance, so go for an odorless deodorant if possible whenever you wear a fragrance.
Perfumes are grouped into what is known as 'olfactive families', characterized by nouns that are indicative as to the scent of the fragrance:
Generally, the families to the right of the diagram are heavier in scent and the ones to the left are lighter and more refreshing. Don't be afraid to ask your salesperson as to the description of each individual fragrance you're considering. A good salesperson should be able to inform you as to the notes present in each perfume. Oriental noted perfumes are great for a versatile day-night fragrance, fresh notes are excellent for emanating summertime vibes and woody notes are the quintessential way a man should smell.
If you've so much as thought about wearing a florally based perfume (with the exception of perfumes merely bearing subtle floral tones), you need professional help.
Men's fragrances are popularly known as "Cologne". In true fact, cologne is merely one subset of the wide range of fragrances available:
- Perfume extract: 15-30% aromatic compounds
- Eau de Parfum: 10-15% aromatic compounds.
- Eau de Toilette: 5-20% aromatic compounds
- Eau de Cologne: 2-5% aromatic compounds
- Splash Perfumes and Aftershaves: 0.5-2% aromatic compounds
As above, fragrances come in a variety of strengths, with 1/3 of perfume extract made up from aromatic compounds, to your everyday aftershaves which don't smell like much because they only contain up to a maximum of 2% of aromatic compounds.
Keep in mind that the saying "less is more" holds true. If people can smell your fragrance five minutes after you've left a room, you might want to think about going home and taking a shower. Being remembered as a walking Rafflesia flower is not the way to go.
The rule of thumb to keep in mind is that nobody should be able to detect even a hint of your fragrance unless they are within touching distance of you. In practical terms, this translates to keeping your usage each time to a single spray from your perfume bottle. Your girlfriend knows the best way to do it: spray it into the air in front of you and walk through it.
Other fragrance enthusiasts propose that the best way to wear perfume is to apply it on your 'hot spots' - the neck, wrist and chest area. Nevertheless, I don't really compute when guys talk about spraying their privates for a 'lil' somethin' special'. :/
"If the ladies only knew..."Keep in mind that each individual fragrance is like a Harvard graduate - they don't work for just anybody. The way each person's body interacts with a fragrance is different. In addition, deodorant can actually alter the smell of a fragrance, so go for an odorless deodorant if possible whenever you wear a fragrance.
Perfumes are grouped into what is known as 'olfactive families', characterized by nouns that are indicative as to the scent of the fragrance:
If you've so much as thought about wearing a florally based perfume (with the exception of perfumes merely bearing subtle floral tones), you need professional help.
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I personally think it's best to just forgo the cologne if making a first impression is important to you (like in an interview, networking party, first date, etc. and go with smelling like nothing. Whether or not someone likes the fragrance is more of a personal opinion and will leave you open to be judged positively or negatively. And there's already enough for you to worry about when making a first impression.
And yes, it's important to not wear too much, especially when possibly around those with sensitive noses. After all, you wouldn't want people around you to be preoccupied with escaping your approaching "fragrance" before you're able to get a word in, would you?
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