How to Apply Your Perfume
How to Apply Your Arabic Perfume 💧
Arabic perfumes are different from Western ones. Apply them correctly and they will last all day (or longer).
📍 Key Application Points
Body temperature activates the notes. Apply where blood flows close to the skin:
- Wrists (do not rub them afterward)
- Neck (sides, not back of the neck)
- Behind the ears
- Inside the elbows
- Behind the knees (for summer)
- On the hair (in moderation)
✅ 5 Golden Rules
1. Apply on hydrated skin
Dry skin absorbs perfume. Apply unscented cream beforehand. Fragrances last up to 30% longer on hydrated skin.
2. NEVER rub your wrists
Rubbing breaks down aromatic molecules and reduces longevity. Just apply and let air dry.
3. Apply from 15-20 cm away (spray)
The right distance for a good, even spray.
4. Less is more
Arabic perfumes are up to 40% pure oil. 2-3 sprays are enough. For attar (oil), one drop is sufficient.
5. Do not mix more than 2 fragrances
It creates olfactory conflict. Better to layer: clean base (musk) + strong note (oud or rose).
💧 Spray vs Attar (Oil)
Spray (EDP, EDT, Extrait)
- Shake gently
- Spray from 15-20 cm
- 2-3 sprays daily, 4-5 at night
- Let air dry (DO NOT rub)
Attar / Pure oil
- Open carefully
- Use the applicator (wand)
- Apply one drop directly to pulse point
- One drop = scent all day
- Close the bottle tightly
⏰ When to apply?
Apply your perfume 15-20 minutes before going out. Top notes are stronger in the first minute; then the heart and base notes settle in.
🌡️ How to Store Your Perfume
- Away from direct sunlight
- Away from heat (not in a steamy bathroom)
- Stable temperature (15-25°C)
- Upright position, lid closed
- In its original box if possible
Stored correctly, an Arabic perfume can last 3-5 years.
❌ Common Mistakes
- Applying on clothes (stains and reduces longevity)
- Rubbing wrists
- Applying too much
- Storing in the bathroom
- Mixing attar with spray