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  Nov 27, 2024

  Unisex Perfumes: The Perfect Blend of Scents for Everyone

  Don’t try to fix something that isn’t broken – that was the motto of large fragrance houses who relied on distributors & retailers for sales. Feedback on which fragrances are demanded more, or which ones should be made more would also flow back from them. As a result, woody and amber fragrance became For Him, and floral & gourmand fragrances came to be known as For Her. The big gap in between – of notes & accords that appeal to both was rarely experimented. Even while culturally the society was evolving to the idea of gender-neutrality, there was no real unisex perfume brand coming up. Till E-commerce came in. This encouraged many an Artisan and Niche perfume brands like Dopamine Perfumes to set shop as they could sell online directly. With no historical baggage, creativity in notes & accords was not a hindrance. And a new range of best unisex fragrances started getting developed.  

  Today, the gap between gender-specific perfumes and unisex perfumes is closing and closing fast. Niche perfume brands like Dopamine Perfumes have both the ability and drive to make the best unisex fragrances. Unisex Perfumes explore the wide array of permutation and combinations possible with mixing of fragrance notes & accords creating a bouquet of scents that appeal to both genders. The era of unisex perfumes has only just begun.  

  

   

  What is Gender Neutral Perfume? 

  A Perfume that contains a bouquet of fragrance curated to appeal to both men and women is a gender-neutral fragrance.  The best unisex perfume is the one that is loved by both genders for its unmatchable fragrance. If floral, powdery perfumes are quintessentially women’s perfumes, and if woody, musky perfumes are male, best unisex fragrances cater to the large section in between. It is about breaking the barriers and preconceived notions we hold about ingredient pairing. Many men prefer a light airy fragrance and many women like a strong statement scent. In a gender-neutral fragrance, you will feel on qualm in adding a floral note to woody note (historically considered as a male fragrance). Making the best unisex perfume is an art that requires time, patience, and effort. Niche and artisanal brands like Dopamine Perfumes, which are keen to make a mark in the world, have this unique white space for creating modern unisex fragrance blends  

  What makes a Perfume Unisex?  

  Simply put, the best unisex fragrances are the ones that appeal to both genders. They are not made keeping his mind preferences of men or notes associated with women. Imagine making music by combining musical notes & scales without worrying whether it’s rock or jazz or classical. Technically there is no official definition prescribed by any international bodies as to what make a perfume a Unisex perfume. Haven’t we heard of some women who like men’s perfume more? For that woman, that perfume can be called a Unisex perfume. The only difference is unisex perfume brands make a wide array of bouquets that make it likeable to a lot many men and lot many women. Be it luxury unisex perfumes or affordable unisex perfumes, all of them mix and match various ingredients to arrive at an optimal bouquet of fragrance that would appeal to both. 

  The benefits of Unisex Perfumes

  Unisex Perfume brands are more often Artisan or Niche brands who arrive at a complex set of fragrance combinations based on their creativity and open mind. Best Unisex Fragrances have certain remarkable benefits for a user 

  Wider Choice – Unisex Perfume brands do not stick to the quintessential notes at each end of the spectrum – woody and aromatic for men, and floral and gourmand for women. They operate in the large area between and therefore a perfume lover can get a wide choice of top unisex fragrances. 

  Modern Bouquet – Because traditional combination of notes is avoided due to their gender bias, a fragrance lover gets the latest aromatic combination, both natural and lab made.  

  Deep Personal Connection – Imagine you and your loved one using the same fragrance, a deep personal connection. The fragrance will remind you of your loved ones even they’re away from you.    

  Bang for a Buck – You can spread the cost of usage and also afford to experiment with fragrances since they can be used commonly 

   

  What are the common fragrances found in Unisex Perfumes? 

  While designing unisex perfumes, the one aspect that we have kept in mind at Dopamine Perfumes is the usage occasion. Both genders have similar objectives of using perfumes when you look at it from the prism of usage. At work, both genders want to be subtle and pleasing. At a party, they want a fragrance with great diffusion. On a date, they want to feel attractive. Our curations for Unisex perfumes are based on this logic. The best unisex fragrances are the ones that contain notes and accords to meet these requirements. Take our new range of Unisex Perfumes as a case in point. One of our unisex luxury perfumes, Between You & Me consists of mesmerizing Lavender with warm spicy Nutmeg. It instantly transports you to a cozy fireplace, snuggled up with your loved ones. This unisex fragrance is instantly liked by both men and women. So, when deciding for the top unisex fragrance always evaluate it from the usage point of view and you will always have a winning choice. 

  The ultimate collection of Unisex Perfumes at Dopamineshop 

  The Unisex perfume range at Dopamine Perfumes is anchored on the belief that a fragrance must evoke a feeling. A unisex scent should not be coloured by old beliefs that strong scents are for men and light for women. A unisex luxury perfume must be a perfect blend for both genders. Here’s a brief of our collection of Unisex Perfumes  

  Molecules of Mood Collection- Our latest range of Unisex Luxury Perfumes  

  Four outstanding, modern blends of unisex fragrance. Each unisex perfume has a unique identity, and each blend is created with notes and accords that accentuate your feelings and become self-expression of your mood. As our tagline goes, what’s your mood today?  

  Kissed by the Sea  :

  A refreshing blend created with Aqua, Bergamot & Patchouli.  A whiff this unisex scent will transport you on vacation.   

  Between You & Me :

   A cosy unisex blend with Lavender, Nutmeg & Vetiver. As the scent hits your nose, your mind will smell the warm embrace of your beloved.  

  Dark Side of Vanilla :

  A statement unisex scent. Period. With Tobacco Leaf, Vanilla, and Wood. A classy diffusion that’s spread across the room turning heads toward you  

  Deliciously Spicy  :

  “Why so serious?” is the right question that goes with this playful unisex scent made up of spices cinnamon, saffron, and tobacco. This unisex scent is so delicious that you will want to eat it.  

  PS: Hey, do check out our Oud Unisex Luxury Perfume collection here. It’s a trilogy of scents with Oud at the centre. A rare and unique collection of Oud Unisex Perfumes  
   

  

  Conclusion: 

  Unisex Fragrances have arrived and are here to stay. The important point is whether is it genuinely the best unisex fragrance. Does it have notes and accords that can appeal to both genders? Has enough research been done by the brand while developing unisex perfumes? If floral, powdery perfumes are quintessentially women’s perfumes, and if woody, musky perfumes are male, unisex fragrances cater to the large section in between. And that’s where its beauty lies. Unisex Fragrances are a great way to explore fragrances for what they are – magic key to unlocking good feelings 

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  Nov 12, 2024

  Perfume Vs Deodorant: The key difference between them.

  We are often asked by our customers ‘Deo vs Perfume, what is better’ or ‘Deo vs Perfume, what is the difference?’ It’s amazing how the two products are pitted against each other. Because it is like comparing two wheelers to sedans; while both are vehicles per se, each of them has different utility and meet different aspiration levels. To get a better perspective, one needs to clearly understand What is a Deodorant? What is its use and What is a Perfume? What need does it meet? The best of deodorants cannot meet the use of perfumes, and the best perfumes can’t address the functionality met by the deodorant. But then why this confusion? Because both have ‘fragrance’ as the main identifier. Both complement each other when it comes to fragrances. More so in India, where grooming products are in their nascent stage, most of the consumers try to achieve the goals of a perfume through a deodorant. Hence such questions arise. Let’s dig a little deeper and get out facts right in the ‘Deo vs Perfume’.

  

  What is a Perfume and what is its purpose?

  So, what is a perfume? What defines it? Perfume is an aspirational, lifestyle product which has, as its core functionality, to entice one of our five senses, the olfactory sense. It’s purely luxury product that denotes an elite standard of grooming and by extension, a higher standard of living. It complements fashion clothing through the sense of smell. The best perfumes are those that evoke emotions, memories and define one’s personality. Fragrances have been prevalent since the times of Emperors and Kings. In those days, oils were extracted from fragrant flowers and used as ‘attars.’ Broadly speaking, perfumes are an evolved version of attars in the sense that the fragrance oils are made mist worthy by adding alcohol and fixatives which help in evenly applying the liquid on your skin. The purpose of  is to aromatize your body without the ability to protect your body from bad odour, which is where Deodorants come in.

   

  What is a Deodorant and what is its purpose?

  As compared to Perfumes, Deodorants are comparatively newer products. While they contain fragrances, they are not as aspirational as perfumes (notwithstanding the innumerable deodorant ads you see about men attracting women!)  What is deodorant then? Well, the best deodorants are not just meant to smell good; it has another the job to do – de-odorize body odour effectively. The main functionality of Deodorants it to limit or kill the growth of bacteria growth that are prevalent in one’s private parts like underarms. Can we have a deodorant for men without fragrance? Yes. Can we de-odorize our skin just by adding fragrance? No!  Because they neutralize odour producing bacteria, Deodorants are meant to be applied in sweat prone private parts, under arms, groin etc. Traditionally, fragrances were added to Deodorants to make it attractive to use. Why will anyone buy non-fragrant Deo? You can have a Deodorant without fragrance, it will still deodorize. But if you were to remove fragrance out of a perfume, it would no longer be of any use.  

   

  Still thinking Perfumes vs Deodorants? Let’s revisit our analogy of two-wheeler vs sedan, just like two-wheelers have a functional objective of cheaper, faster mode of transport, deodorants also have a functional objective of deodorizing your body. And just like we have better looking and little more aspirational motor bikes, deodorants come in better quality. They have evolved from being a single ingredient fragrance bouquet to multi-faceted product. Notwithstanding the better looking and expensive motor bike, you will still look for a luxurious sedan as your personal expression of good lifestyle and status. That’s what the best perfumes are. They are made after a lot of research on the bouquet of fragrance and all along, from the raw material to packaging, quality and style assume a lot of importance. 

   

  Deo Vs Perfume: What is right for you?

  So, as you conclude from the above, Deo vs Perfume or Perfume Vs Deodorant is not really the matter. It’s a needless comparison. You can use each individually or together. Understand the basic difference highlighted below and decide for yourself.

   

  Deos vs Perfumes	Does	Perfumes
  Core Function	Neutralize Odor producing bacteria from your skin; de-odorize it	Aromatize your body and even your clothes, hair
  Area of application	Area around, near your private parts. Chiefly underarms.	On your pulse points; behind your ear, neckline, wrist, elbow
  Can it be made without adding fragrance	Yes	No
  How much fragrance does it contain	4 to 6%	15 to 25%
  How long does the fragrance last	1 to 2 hours	Depending on the amount & quality of oil, 5 to 10 hrs
  Aspirational vs Functionality	More functional	Aspirational
  Pricing Perspective	Less expensive than Perfumes	More expensive than Deo's. Can be very expensive

   

  So, what is right for you? Our verdict – both have their own spot. Deo's protect you from bad odour and Perfumes elevate your sense of grooming. In fact, it’s not Deo vs Perfumes. Its Deo's and Perfumes. Both together are a great layering option. That’s why at Dopamine shop, we have fragrances available in the aspirational Perfume version, and the same quality of fragrances have been used to make a Deodorant version too. Used together, they become an excellent long-lasting combination.

   

  Discover the best Perfumes from Dopamine shop for every occasion:

  No marketing jargon here. Dopamine Shop is the go-to option for best scents for men because of some key fundamental reasons. Firstly, all our perfumes are Extrait De Parfums - the highest category of perfume. Secondly, the notes & accords in our perfumes are formulated on the plank of the principal that fragrances have a powerful connection to mood. Dopamine Perfumes also avoid non-essential cost (like glamourous packaging and shiny ads) and spend more on higher quality of raw material, making it an affordable luxury product. Check out our wide range of Perfumes.

  

  Top Deodorants from Dopamine shop for Lasting Freshness:

  Dopamine Deodorants come in two options – Deodorant for men and Unisex or gender-neutral Deodorants. Our Deodorants strike a perfect balance between its antibacterial properties and luxury fragrances. This unique availability is underrated amongst deodorant users. By using the same fragrance as the one we use in our Perfumes for men, our deodorants act like a form of body spray that is just a notch below actual perfume. The aerosol mechanism which uses propellent agents, ensures that the anti-bacterial agents spread evenly on your body (much needed as bacteria is spread everywhere). The propellent mechanism also gives a nice cooling effect when sprayed. You can buy our deodorants for men individually, and they also come as a bundle with discount and a luxury travel pouch.

  Conclusion

  Perfumes vs. deodorants is a fallacy of marketers who have chosen to downplay the functionality of Deodorants and pit it against Perfumes as an aspirational product. Deodorants are evolving in the fragrance profile with niche brands like Dopamine Shop, trying to give it a wider and complex bouquet of fragrances even while improving its core function of neutralizing Odor producing bacteria. So, the choice is not between Deo and Perfumes, it's actually both Deo's and Perfumes!

   

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  Oct 26, 2024

  Differences Between Perfume, Eau De Toilette, Cologne

  The highest number of questions we get asked by our customers are: ‘Parfum vs Cologne, what is better?’ ‘What is eau de toilette?’ ‘Please help: what is better, perfume vs eau de toilette?’ etc, etc. Some of them do not know what a cologne is and what’s the difference between a perfume and cologne. In this guide we see on what grounds perfumes are categorised and how that impacts how long lasting the perfume is, even and the cost of making it.

  For starters, you will recall seeing (and even sometime struggling to pronounce) various labels on perfumes like Eau de Cologne, Eau de Toilette (EDT), Eau de parfum (EDP) and Parfum.

  These are nothing but various categories of perfumes or types of perfumes.

   But you ask, on what basis is this done.

   For that, let’s get a little technical. So, Perfume is a fragrant liquid comprised of aromatic fragrance oils, solvents, and fixatives. Think of Solvents and Fixative as supporting actors; they help the oil to blend with the alcohol. For this guide, let’s talk about the main actor or the hero - the aromatic fragrance oil. This blend of oil is what gives the perfume its fragrance.

   The quantity of aromatic fragrance oils, or in other words, the amount of raw material added in a bottle is what defines the above category names (think about small and large pegs while drinking). Typically, the fragrance oil added ranges from 1% to 25%.  That’s there to it – depending on how much fragrance oil you put in, the classification changes form a cologne to eau de toilette, or from eau de parfum to extrait de parfum.  These guidelines are given by International Fragrance Association (IFRA) With these basics clear, lets dive a little deeper. 

  What is a Perfume?

   First & foremost, let's get one confusion out of the way – the words parfum and perfume are used interchangeably as extension (we will avoid going in the history of why both spellings exist). So, eau de parfum or eau de perfume both mean the same thing.

   Perfume is the umbrella, or the basic product category under which subcategories exist – eau fraiche (popularly known as after shaves), eau de cologne (also called only cologne, eau de toilette, eau de perfume and extrait de perfume. However, in general practice when someone says or writes about Perfume, it refers to eau de perfume or extrait de perfumes, the most common subcategory. The glass bottles with the sprayer which we see often see in ads. So, when one asks perfume vs cologne, the question is eau de perfume vs cologne. Extrait de Perfumes, the highest subcategory in perfumery, are also called as ‘Parfums’ officially (yes, its unnecessarily complicated but stay with us till the end and you will wiser ) When one asks perfume vs eau de perfume, it basically means extrait de perfume vs eau de perfume.

   

  What are the main categories of Perfume?

  In order of highest to lowest fragrance oil concentration:

  1.  Extrait De Perfume

  2.  Eau De Perfume

  3. Eau De Toilette

  4. Eau De Cologne or Cologne

  5. Eau Fraiche

   Let’s simplify each category so you have the entire picture clear.

   

  What is Extrait De Perfume?

  Extrait de parfum or pure perfume, also known as Parfums, has the highest fragrance oils concentration. Parfum will contain anywhere from 20% to 30%. For the mathematically inclined, a 100 ml Parfum bottles will contain 20 to 30 ml of fragrance oil concentration. Given that, fragrance oils are most expensive raw material of perfumes, naturally Extrait De Parfums generally are most expensive of the lot.

  How much a perfume lasts has a direct correlation with the amount of fragrance oil it has. Hence, Extrait De Parfums are classified as the longest lasting category. One application can last anywhere between 6 to 9 hrs-a solid performance.

  What is Eau De Perfume?

  After parfum, eau de parfum (EDP) has the next highest category in terms of fragrance concentration. Eau de parfum generally has a fragrance concentration of between 15% and 20%. EDP will last anywhere 4 to 6 hrs after one application. It is one of the most popular types of fragrance available.

   What is Eau De Toilette?

   Pronounced as ‘twaley’ (not ‘tulet’ or ‘toilet’), Eau de toilette (EDT) has a fragrance concentration of between 5% and 15%. Eau de Toilettes, with their concentration, will last between 2 to 4 hrs after one application.

   Eau De Toilette Vs Parfum: If one were to rank Eau De Toilette, it would come 3^rd. Because it is less concentrated than Eau De Perfumes which have about 15 to 20% fragrance oil. Eau De Perfumes would stand 2^nd, and Extrait De Perfumes would come 1^st.

  Why are Eau de parfum and Eau de Toilette made more than Extrait De Perfume?

   You must consider two factors, the evolution of modern-day perfumes and the impact of weather on the longevity. It’s the Western countries that have truly evolved in terms of designing fragrances and most of them have harmonious climate - less heat and humidity both of which impact the how long and how well the fragrance stays on your skin. Hence historically they have always made Eau De Toilettes and Eau De Perfumes. (less cost)

   With lifestyle and aspirations fast changing in counties like India which has a tropical climate, Eay De Toilette and Eau De Perfumes become less effective. Hence, here we will see more and more version of Extrait De Parfums coming out. And it makes sense too.

   All Dopamine Perfumes belongs to Extrait De Parfum category; they contain 25% fragrance oil. To put it differently, Dopamine Perfumes are modified to suit Indian Weather.

   What is Cologne?

  Cologne or Eau de cologne has a far lower concentration of fragrance than the above types of perfume. EDC generally has a 2% to 4% percent concentration of fragrance and a high concentration of alcohol. It won’t last more than two hours. These are one of earliest variety of perfumes. The industry has evolved over time and hence these are made lesser & lesser. Some people interchange perfume with cologne. But now you know, that’s not the correct representation. 

   

  Perfume Vs Cologne: What’s the difference?

  If you have paid attention to what is explained above, you will know the answer. But we have still summarised it below:

  Perfume (Eau De Perfume) VS Cologne

  Perfume (Eau De Perfume)	Cologne
  Contains 5 to 15% Fragrance Oil	Contains 2% to 4% Fragrance Oil
  Lasts upto 4 to 6 hrs	Lasts upto an hour or two
  Expensive to make than Cologne	Cheaper and traditional version with more alcohol content
  Eau De Perfume (EDP) is generalised as Perfume, but Perfume is an umbrella category and EDPs are a part of this umbrella	Cologne is sometimes, and not rightly, used to refer to Perfume and sometimes used to refer to an After Shave (Eau Fraiche)

   

   Perfume Vs Eau De Toilette: What’s the difference?

   Eau De Toilette vs Parfum

  Perfume (Eau De Perfume)	Eau De Toilette
  Contains 5 to 15% Fragrance Oil	Contains 8% to 15% Fragrance Oil
  Lasts upto 4 to 6 hrs	Lasts upto 2 to 4 hrs
  Expensive to make than Eau De Toilette	Cheaper than both Eau De Perfume and Extrait De Perfume

   

   

  Discover best fragrances from Dopamine Shop:

  Now that you understand perfume vs cologne or perfume vs eau de toilette, you will also realize for the perfume to last longer, a higher fragrance oil concentration is necessary. That’s the bare minimum. Since all our perfumes fall in the extrait de perfume category, the penultimate requirement is taken care of. Go on then find your best scent at Dopamine shop

   Conclusion

  What is Eau De Toilette, what is a Cologne or Cologne vs Eau de Toilette should no longer be a mystery for you. Call it a choice of Perfumes vs Cologne or Perfumes vs Eau De Perfume, the bottom line is that the classification is a function of the percentage of fragrance oil in the bottle. The higher the fragrance oil, the longer it will take to evaporate of your skin. Also, the higher the fragrance oil, the more costly it is to make. That’s how you decide what is best, definitions notwithstanding. Happy Smelling!

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  Oct 23, 2024

  Top Diwali Perfume Gift Sets to Celebrate the Festival of Lights

  Do you know that there is linkage of fragrances with Diwali? When Lord Ram and Sita were returning to Ayodhya after the exile, the whole city was decorated with diyas and flowers. Several accounts of this wonderful event describe the occasion and the people, in which perfumers and incense stick makers find a mention. In fact, historical records dated several hundred years ago have noting that people of India were known for their love for fragrances? They took special care to make themselves and their surroundings fragrant. Gifting fragrances like sandalwood, agarwood etc to Kings was a regular practice followed by important visitors including British Merchants. So, when it comes to one of our oldest festivals. Diwali, showering love to your near and dear ones with fragrances is not only symbolic and deeply intimate, but also one of best Deepavali gift ideas. A Diwali Gift set that consists of perfumes gift sets features amongst the most favoured gift items for Diwali. If you are searching for the Deepavali gift ideas for your loved ones or Diwali gift ideas for employees, there some very good reasons to opt for Perfume Gift sets.

  

  The Symbolism of Gifting Perfume During Diwali

  As a festival, Diwali stands for victory, joy, celebration and coming together of loved ones. It signifies new beginnings and gratitude for the loved ones – friends and family. As an expression of this mood, we indulge in decorating our houses, dressing up ourselves, almost ornately, and cleaning our surrounding. All these are visual forms of expression. However, fragrances are the non-visual form of expression. Fragrances have a powerful connection to mood and this nonvisual form of expression complements & completes the celebrative atmosphere. Deepavali gift ideas that consist of perfumes gift sets is our way of our telling our loved ones to go out and express themselves and elevate their mood. It is often said that eatables and perishables as Diwali Gift items tend to go waste and lead to spoilage. More importantly, they don’t feel personal. On the other hand, perfumes as Diwali gift ideas feel personal and intimate. Deepavali gift items such as these also can be used for a longer part after Diwali thereby reminding your loved one about how much you thought about them at that time.  

   

  Why Perfumes Are the Perfect Gift Choice for Festive Season

  As a personal care product, Perfumes signify luxury, class and sophistication. There is a lot of aspirational value attached to a perfume. As much as that is true, Perfumes are also purchased on impulse; it’s a not a planned purchase. Nobody really steps out to buy a perfume, like they step out to buy, let’s say, clothes. These two points, make perfumes as a great choice as a Deepavali Gift item. When your loved once receive it as a gift, it meets their aspirational value. It assigns a status symbol to both the receiver and giver. And because of how we purchase perfumes, there will always be an unmet need for it – they’re going to say, ‘Oh yes, I needed a perfume’ Amongst all gift items for Diwali, Perfumes have an edge because of being a great mix of status symbol, luxury and personal appeal.   

  The Perfect Fragrances Giftset for Every Kind of Relationship

  Another aspect of the perfumes and fragrances as gift items for Diwali is the fact that it can cover gifting for all relationships. Perfumes as a Deepavali gift idea bring universal appeal with it and therefore ease of managing the complex task of personalised gifts. Be it teenagers who get be gifted fragrant deodorant Diwali gift sets or married couple who can be given a couple perfume gift set. At Dopamine Perfumes, you can pretty much get fragrance gift sets in multiple options. From buying Diwali gift set for him & for her, to Diwali combo gifts sets in the form discovery sets.

  

  Luxurious Diwali Gift Ideas for Employees

  While selecting Diwali Gift Sets for Employees, one needs a value for money option as it is usually needed in bulk. At the same time, the Diwali gift should not look cheap, it should have an aspirational value attached to it for the receiver. Therefore, perfume gift sets or men’s fragrance gift sets become an ideal choice for Diwali Perfume Gift Ideas for employees. At Dopamine Perfumes, the Combo pack for 4 Perfumed Deodorants in a travel pouch by dopamine is an excellent value for money Diwali gift idea for employees. It’s the top choice for Diwali gift ideas for Employees.

  

  Conclusion

  When it comes to gift items for Diwali, perfume gift sets or fragrance gift sets become a fantastic choice for multiple reasons – aspirational value and status symbol associated with it, the importance of fragrance attached to the festival, the ease of selection across relationships and gender, and many more. Perfumes & Fragrances rank as the most preferred gift choice for Deepavali gift ideas. Go ahead then, choose a perfume gift set and make the Diwali a fragrant occasion for your loved ones

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  Sep 25, 2024

  Elegant Scents: Perfumes for the Perfect Wedding Celebration

  So, you have found the perfect partner for your wedding. But do you have the right perfume for the Perfect Wedding Celebration? 

  Think about this – how much planning and iteration do we do for our wedding clothes, jewelry, venue, food etc. And how much effort do we put for selecting the perfume we wear? Hardly comparable, right? In this blog post, we will explain how important, necessary and exciting it is to pick perfumes for wedding. The ideal best wedding scent for your big day! 

  Wedding is a once in a lifetime event, well, for most of us (thankfully we don’t ape the West so much in this). Either way, its indeed a special day for the bride and the groom. And in India, we have a whole industry built around it – Bridal clothes, Bridal jewelry, Bridal mehndi etc.  But what about Bridal perfume? This small yet critical detail is a significant aspect which often gets pushed back till the last day or worse, forgotten completely. However, given that both the bride and the groom spend their most important day in proximity to each other, and at the same time are also the center of attention, meeting so many guests, fragrance or perfume can’t be ignored. A great perfume will make the wedding celebration perfect and memorable. Read on to know how      

  

   

  Why does the Choice of Perfumes Matter on Your Wedding Day?  

  Picking up the best wedding perfume for your D-day has several solid reasons: 

  • It will accentuate the overall look – Perfumes for wedding must be exclusive. The fragrance should be long lasting of course, given the lengthy proceedings, they should also do justice to the bridal clothes and elegant make up. The bridal perfume should be a strong supporter to the visual appearance of the bride and the groom. The elegant whiff of the wedding scent should be noticeable, just like the rest of the get up.  

   

  • It enhances the experience of the bride & the groom – We keep saying fragrances have a powerful connection to the mood. And on their wedding day, even the best, need a dose of feeling attractive, calm and confident. The best wedding perfume is not only the one that smells great but it's also the one that makes the couple feel good. Think about it, the couple are going to spend a long day in the festivities. A good fragrance will make their experience with each other better. A great start to spending the rest of the life together. 

   

  • It’s a memory that you can relive time & time again – It will look funny if you wear your wedding clothes later to relive your wedding memories. And how often will you scroll at the wedding photographs? Guess what, if you wear the same fragrance again, it will retrigger the same memory, nicely and privately. And yes, its scientifically proven fact about memories and fragrances. Imagine it’s your first anniversary. Wouldn’t you want to relive the intimate moments without haing the need to explicitly talk about it? It’s elementary, my dear Watson   

  

  Tips for selecting Long Lasting Wedding Perfumes for Brides and Grooms 

  Now that you know why it is so important to put in some thoughts behind picking the best perfume for your wedding, let us give you some super tips on selecting your ideal wedding scent 

  

  1. Go for Extrait De Parfum – the longest lasting category as classified by International Fragrance Association: 

  The concentration of fragrance oil in the perfume matters. If the perfume has about 15-20% fragrance oil, it’s an Eau De Parfum. Higher than 20%, is called Extrait De Parfum which is classified as the longest-lasting category. Given that you will need a long-lasting wedding scent, this high concentration will help when the fragrance starts to evaporate from your skin during the day; the wearing off will be slower and less pronounced. Remember, it’s going to be a long day for you. All our Dopamine Perfumes are Extrait De Parfums with 25% oil concentration  

  2. Long Lasting is a must, yes but it should be beautifully long lasting: 

  Select a fragrance that becomes pleasing in dry down stage. It should smell great while lasts long. If you know us, you know that we have a very well-researched view on long lasting.  Let us quickly tell you– It is the base notes of a perfume that are responsible for long lastingness. These combine with top & middle notes to form a bouquet of fragrance. E.g. musk, patchouli, wood, vanilla etc. Aside from that there are other molecules like aldehydes that make base notes. Base notes come into play a few hours after spraying the perfume. The important thing is this, the base note should not become off putting in dry down stage; sometimes powdery notes can mature into that. It will ruin the experience. Even though you can smell the fragrance, it won’t be pleasing any longer.  So, the combination of ingredients is very important.  When we paired Oud with Rose in our Oud Cardinal parfum, we added Saffron to it also so that when the three combine in the dry down stage, it comes as a very pleasing scent. 

  3. Pick a warm spicy and opulent fragrance that dazzles. Don’t let top notes sway you.

  When we buy or decide a perfume, the decision is based on the top notes. Because that’s what you smell at the start. Hence, we gravitate towards fragrances like Citrus and Aqua dominant perfumes as they smell great at the start. However, for your wedding you need a warm spicy and opulent smell – like royalty. This kind of a fragrance and feeling can come only with intricate mixture of middle and base notes. Ingredients like the mysterious Oud or the nuanced Lavender or sweet combination of vanilla with other spices, are the apt ones. When we created our ‘Mystery of Oud’ collection, our mood board was warm, intimate and opulent bouquet.  That’s why we paired Oud with two hero ingredients and made their versions of deep, rich and long lasting perfumes. Such perfume profiles are best perfume for men for wedding. In fact, a lot of women also think of Oud as a good bridal perfume option. 

  

  4. Do a trial of what you pick! 

  Needless to mention, give the best wedding scent as much important as wedding clothes. Do a trial. Wear your fragrance choice for a day before the big day. See how you feel. Let your future partner wear it too. You don’t want to surprise him or her on that day.   

  Matching Perfumes for Couples: Complementing Scents

  We get a lot of questions about matching perfumes with the bride or the groom? Well to be honest, that is difficult because every fragrance progresses differently after application. Yes you can look at complementing one of the key ingredients – like say leather dominated or wood dominated fragrance but please understand there are several ingredients that go into making blend so exact matching, like color of the clothes is not possible.  

  Instead, we highly recommend picking a unisex or gender neutral fragrance which is intimate, warm spicy and royale. And then both can wear the same fragrance. Yes, you read it right. Wearing the same fragrance is not only truly complementary, it is also an extremely intimate feeling. The current of Unisex fragrances in the market, like the ones we have, are remarkable in their variety and scent quality. And of course, it exactly matches!

   

  Conclusion:

  best wedding perfume or best wedding fragrance for you: 

  1. Firstly, Buy Extrait De Parfums as they will naturally be more long lasting. They are longest lasing category in perfumery 
  2. Pick a perfume whose base notes are pleasing on dry down. You may not like some base notes so be sure 
  3. Fragrances dominated by Warm Spicy, Sweet, Wood (Oud) etc are opulent, intimate and cozy.  Such profiles provide best bridal perfume options 
  4. Picking the same unisex fragrance is the best way not only to match the perfume but intimately connected with your partner on this all-important day.  

  
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  Sep 19, 2024

  A Guide to Identifying Long Lasting Perfumes for Women

  In this article we attempt to simplify the concept of long lasting perfumes for women. There is too much information clutter on this. In this blog we will cut this cuttler and present some key factors contributing to long lasting fragrances. It will help you make an informed decision about buying long lasting perfumes for women. 

   

  

   

  We love the women folk; they like to get to the bottom of things. Almost every woman customer of ours with whom we interact desires a long lasting perfume. But they are overwhelmed with how to choose one. What factors contribute to making a fragrance last long? they ask. They have thoughtful questions – ‘that perfume lasts long on Sheena but it didn’t last that long on me, why?’, ‘so many articles list down brand names of long lasting perfume for ladies or top long lasting female perfumes, but who will us what to expect from a long lasting fragrance?’  While answering them, it occurred to us that it will be a great idea to make a guide that breaks down this concept of long lasting fragrances so that our lovely ladies are better equipped while selecting their perfume.  

  As far as long lastingness in fragrances goes – there are things that are in our control while searching for a long lasting fragrance (for e.g. which fragrance family to pick) and there are the things that are not  (the environment in which we wear the perfume)  A particular name from the list of long lasting perfumes for women doesn’t necessarily mean everything. Its Odor profile should match her usage and personality too.  So, let’s demystify long lasting fragrances for our women 

   

  

  How should ladies look at long lasting fragrance? What things in a perfume help it make the cut in the list of ‘Best Long-Lasting fragrance for Women?’ 

  A fragrance is considered long lasting if you can still smell it on your skin or clothes after several hours; many brands claim this ‘several hours’ to be anywhere from 6 hours to 12 hours. Some of them even dare to say our perfumes lasts as long as 24 hrs! Wow. That’s how much a relationship lasts these days. But tell you what – cut all the noise out & first understand the below factors to a long lasting perfume. It's not the hours that it lasts, it's how it lasts through those hours.  

  Factors to consider for long lasting female perfume 

  • Is it Eau De Parfum or Extrait De Parfum; Perfumes or Parfums?

  The concentration of fragrance oil in the perfume defines this. If the perfume has about 15-20% fragrance oil, it’s an Eau De Parfum. Higher than 20%, is Extrait De Parfum. Obviously higher concentration is more expensive. Funnily enough, because perfume brands are concentrated in Europe, a predominantly cooler region, brands have been formulating Eau De Parfum. This because perfumes evaporate slower in cooler climate. Hence Eau De Parfum was optimum for them. However, in India we certainly need more concentration due to our weather and hence Extrait De Parfums (also known as Parfums or Pure Parfums) are best suited for lasting long. All our Dopamine Perfumes are Extrait De Parfums with 25% oil concentration   

  

  • Fragrance Family 

  All perfumes are a bouquet of ingredients. Ingredients belong to different families – citrus belongs to ‘Fresh’ family, Oud belongs to ‘Woody’ family, Vanilla belongs to ‘Oriental or Amber’ family.  Some fragrance families smell tremendously well upon spraying – they are intense but not long lasting. Eg: Fresh fragrance family. Some don’t come across as intense upon spraying, but their profile grows over some time & hence such profiles are long lasting. E.g. ‘Amber’ family.    The historically ‘women’ fragrances are fresh floral & hence not long lasting. These days more and more women therefore prefer unisex perfumes as they provide more options in the fragrance families.  

  • Dominant notes in a Perfume 

  You must have heard of top notes, middle notes and base notes. Every perfume strikes a combination of these notes, and a fragrance profile emerges. Think about it as you trying to fit 3 types of things in a jar. If you add one thing more of one type, you will have to reduce another type. Why is this important?  A top note heavy perfume will not last long. A base note heavy perfume will not turn heads when you spray.  What do you want? 

  • External Factors 

  Every skin or should we say every body reacts differently to a fragrance.  The reaction depends on multiple factors which are, frankly beyond our control. The same perfume will smell and last differently between different people.  You need to, based on experience, arrive as what type of fragrance suits you best. The long lasting aspect will automatically get taken care of.  

  Weather also plays a big role. Fragrances evaporates faster in heat and slower in colder places. India has a tropical climate -  a citrusy fragrance will smell great but will evaporate faster.  If your day involves you being more outdoors, the perfume will last lesser as compared to you having sit in air-conditioned environment. So perhaps you will have to pick an oriental or ambery fragrance.   

  

  Here are some tips to make your perfume last longer: 

  1. Spritz on your pulse points – wrists, behind the ears, on your forearms etc 
  2. Spray it from a 15 cms distance so the molecules spread well on your skin 
  3. You can also apply some moisturiser on the skin before spraying 
  4. Spray some on your clothes too.  It may not open up the fragrance like body heat does but it will last long on clothes 

  Conclusion 

  To sum it up, here are some of practical things you should pay attention to while identifying the best long lasting fragrance for you: 

  1. Firstly, always look at buying an Extrait De Parfum as they will naturally be more long lasting. They are longest lasing category in perfumery 
  2. Unisex fragrances will offer you more choices in fragrance families than traditional women’s fresh floral perfume  
  3. Evaluate your usage. If have important meetings during the day where you want to make an impression early on, wear a top note heavy fresh, floral fragrance. It may not last as long but you have would have achieved your objective. 
  4. If you have longer days or you have to go on a date straight from work, you should look at wearing a woody, ambery fragrance as that will last till evening 
  5. Don’t get swayed by number of hours being advertised. Firstly, it works differently for everyone and secondly you want to smell super and not just longer; even a mosquito repellent lasts longer.