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It has long been known that women react to male scent. Which men's scent is better? How delicious does it smell? How can a man get rid of an unpleasant odor? How to choose men's perfume? All about the sexy smell of a man. A man's scent is too powerful a weapon not to be used against the fair sex.

“Smell matters a lot. If you like the way someone smells, then you like the person themselves.” Daphne du Maurier.

A masculine scent. What can we say about him? Women love not only with their ears, but also with their nose. Scientists have long found out that men and women choose a partner based on smell. The body scents of two opposite sexes are a test of genetic compatibility. Maybe love, in reality, happens not only at first sight, but also at first scent?

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How does a man smell? It consists of hundreds of different aromas. This is the smell of bacteria on the skin, hygiene products, the smell of clothes, surroundings, food, drinks and cigarettes. The masculine scent is a mosaic. A man should be aware of what makes up his overall scent. The strong smell of gasoline in a car can affect a man's overall aroma. They leave cigarettes too bad smell. You should eat onions and garlic before going to bed, and brush your teeth thoroughly in the morning.

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“In general, women have a much more developed sense of smell, and they smell men with enthusiasm.” Janusz Leon Wisniewski

A masculine scent carries sexuality. The word "pheromones" comes from the Greek "carry" and "excite." Pheromones are substances produced by the skin. These are biological markers that smell and evoke emotions and sensations in others. Male pheromones attract women, but if they stand out for a clean body. The very smell of dirty and not fresh sweat is repulsive. Therefore, you should wash regularly so that the smell of pheromones is stronger and there is less regular sweat. The natural smell of a man is also called “testosterone” aroma.

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Sweating is a natural reaction of the body. Sweat is an aqueous solution of salts and organic substances secreted by the sweat glands. Sweat serves to thermoregulate the body. A person secretes 500 ml of sweat per day in a normal room. On hot days of summer or during heavy physical activity, a person produces about a liter of sweat. Sweat contains various compounds, including even urine. The causes of sweat odor are the contact of sweat, which is odorless, with the skin. Bacteria and microflora, when interacting with sweat, form an odor. Reducing the number of bacteria on the skin will help a man get rid of the smell of sweat. You need to wash regularly. A pleasant masculine smell and the smell of sweat do not mix well.

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Considering that in the dark all men, like cats, are gray, you should focus not on appearance, but on smell.
- And what should it be like?
- To my relatives. Beloved. So that you can bury your nose, hug and fall asleep... and not run disgustingly to a tub of water.
Olga Gromyko

A masculine scent should attract, not repel, shippers. The best scent for a man is the scent of his clean body.

Many men do not like to wash, but in vain. Doctors recommend washing every day. You should use antibacterial soap when washing your body. It will reduce the growth of bacteria on the skin, reducing unpleasant body odor and sweat. You should take a shower every day.

To reduce unpleasant odor, you should shave your armpits and shorten the hair in your groin. If you've never shaved, you should. After a couple of weeks, the feeling will become more familiar, and you will never want to walk around overgrown and smelly again.

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“Even the mind does not drive a woman as crazy as the smell” Dmitry Grinberg

Clothes have a huge impact on a man's scent. Some great advice for men's wardrobe.

Natural fabrics have better ventilation, evaporate sweat well and maintain better thermal balance. Buy quality clothes, not solid synthetics.

The quality of men's underwear is especially important. This will allow ventilation of your penis and testicles. This will have a good effect on reproductive and sexual skills, as well as the absence of the unpleasant smell of men's underpants. Tight underwear is bad for your health. Men's underpants should be loose.

We recommend wearing a T-shirt under your shirt. It will absorb sweat and keep the shirt looking decent. This is the so-called “alcoholic shirt”. In the United States, such a T-shirt is called a “wife-beating T-shirt,” and in Israel, a “daddy beater.” But the fashion for such T-shirts remains unchanged. White T-shirts go well with a light shirt, and black ones with other clothes. If you served in the army, you can periodically wear a vest. You can wear regular T-shirts under your clothes.

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The “aroma” of feet can spoil a pleasant masculine smell. How to remove foot odor? Socks should be changed every day. Otherwise, the smell of socks will overwhelm your body odor and pheromones. Buy absorbent socks that are made from cotton and wool. They can easily deal with bacteria on your feet. There are special powders for especially sweaty feet. Deodorants against unpleasant foot odor are also sold. Foot odor depends on the cleanliness and dryness of your shoes. Take care of your boots. For them, you can buy a special shoe deodorant (Shoe Spray).

A man's general odor includes the cleanliness of his teeth and mouth. Brush your teeth after eating in the morning and before bed. After eating, it is recommended to rinse your mouth.

The smell of a man depends on the cleanliness of his clothes. Change daily underwear to avoid urine odor. Fresh socks should also be worn. This will reduce foot odor to a minimum. Wash your other things. Dirty, unkempt and greasy clothes repel others. Washing machine will do everything for you. You just have to remember. Take care of the right masculine scent. High quality, sexy and delicious.

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“I always change my perfume. If I've been wearing a perfume for three months, I force myself to give it up, even if I still want to wear it, so that every time I smell it in the future, it should remind me of those three months. I never go back to them: they become part of my permanent collection of scents." Andy Warhol

Sexuality of male odor depends on the use of antiperspirants and eau de toilette. No one will envy a girl if her man does not use men's perfumes and deodorants. It is the smell that can captivate a woman, like bait. But many men neglect perfume altogether, which lowers their attractiveness scores with women. Girls react very well to a man's smell, but usually everyone is silent about it.

The most popular types of perfumes are perfume, eau de parfum (eau de toilette), deodorant, eau de toilette, eau de toilette, and cologne. How are perfumes different? What is the difference between perfume and eau de parfum? What are the differences between eau de parfum and eau de toilette? How do perfume and deodorant work and how are they different?

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Perfume- a flavoring agent for perfume compositions and infusions. Perfume contains a concentration of essential oils of 15% or more. The oils are dissolved in almost pure alcohol (96%). Perfume is the most persistent among perfumes. Their aroma lasts for 5 – 10 hours. They are especially good for evening meetings and entertainment.

Eau de Parfum– this is a lighter perfume with 10-20% aromatic oils. Eau de parfum has a scent that lasts for about 3-7 hours. Eau de parfum often called daytime perfume. Eau de parfum can be used daily for work, applying it once in the morning.

Eau de toilette (French: eau de toilette) differs from perfumes and eau de parfum in less harsh and less persistent aroma, as well as a lower content of essential oils. This is 10% essential oils dissolved in 80-90% alcohol. Eau de toilette can be used several times a day. Smell eau de toilette lasts up to 3 hours. Eau de parfum can be used daily for work several times a day.

Cologne (French eau de Cologne - “Cologne water”)- perfume created by Italian perfumer Johann Maria Farina. Cologne contains 70% alcohol and 2 to 5% aromatics. “Alain Delon does not drink cologne” sang Nautilus Pompilius.

Refreshing water (sports water)- this is 1-3% perfume and 70-80% alcohol. Very light aroma. Refreshing or sports water is good for sports and active image life.

Deodorant (from French des - removal, and Latin odor - smell) – cosmetic product designed to mask, eliminate and reduce unpleasant odors. Deodorant does not create odor, it eliminates it. Antiperspirant deodorants help close the sweat glands, preventing sweat production.

The masculine scent needs to be weakened and strengthened at the same time. A man needs to have at least two types of products: antiperspirant deodorant and perfume. The first will get rid of the smell of sweat, and the second will add, in addition to the natural aroma of the body. a little sexiness and character.

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There is an unpleasant masculine smell that needs to be hidden. It's a strong smell male sweat. For this we need an antiperspirant. It is recommended to use antiperspirant or deodorant, applying it under the armpits and on the body. This reduces the level of sweating, the smell becomes less noticeable and more pleasant to others.

What types of antiperspirant deodorants are there? Here are the best and most popular men's deodorants in their field:

Deodorant-antiperspirant Rexona Men Sport Defense
Roll-on deodorant Adidas Action 3 Dry Max System
Sports deodorant Garnier Men Mineral Ice Extreme
Deodorant stick Clinique Skin Supplies For Men Stick
Deodorant for sensitive skin Yves Rocher Sensitive Homme
Deodorant spray Collistar Freshness Deo Active Protection
Gillette Antiperspirant Power Beads
Excelsior DryDry deodorant for sweating.

Almost all deodorants and antiperspirants are unscented. By purchasing any of these deodorants, you can easily get rid of the unpleasant scent trail for the whole day.

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In addition to the natural smell of a man, he should choose the smell of eau de toilette, which will tell his character, style and lifestyle. In addition to antiperspirant, you should buy good eau de toilette. You don't need to apply a lot of perfume, especially in the morning. In the evening, more aggressive use of perfume is allowed. The aroma of men's eau de toilette should be slightly noticeable, and not scare away others.

Which eau de toilette should a man choose? Nowadays the choice of perfumes is very rich, but where should you stop? What men's perfumes are popular? Where to buy men's eau de toilette?

Don't skimp on eau de toilette and buy it only from good stores, to avoid fakes. The smell of men's perfume will tell everything about you. Some people like sweet smells, while others like harsh ones. Sometimes people choose eau de toilette that smells like tobacco or smells like leather. Therefore, you should buy “cologne” based on personal preference. Choose a masculine scent that describes you well. For example, good popular men's perfumes:

Christian Dior Homme Sport
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Dolce & Gabbana The One for Men
Chanel Allure Homme Sport
Givenchy Blue Label
Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gio
Dolce & Gabbana "Light Blue pour Homme"
Versace Man Eau Fraiche
Bvlgari Aqva Marine Pour Homme
Euphoria Men

Giorgio Armani Emporio Diamonds

These are excellent men's perfumes that you will like, and most importantly, will not leave the opposite sex indifferent. Don’t forget to save the article when you buy your own perfume, it will definitely come in handy. This is the best article about men's perfumes and smell.

You can change men's eau de toilette every three months, like the legendary artist Andy Warhol. But it is better to make the use time a little longer. One year - one scent. This will be like motivation to move forward. Old year, the old male smell and the past you. Every year we change, but the past remains in the past. Only forward.

How often do you wash, do you use men's perfumes? A man's scent is too powerful a weapon not to be used against the fair sex. Have you already learned how to seduce girls using only scent?

A woman should always smell delicious, but her aroma should be light and refined, and not heavy and suffocating. Sometimes you just start to choke (on the street, in a store, on a bus, etc.) when a beautiful lady floats past, pouring half a bottle of perfume on herself.

I even wonder how such ladies themselves do not faint from the aroma of their own perfume. The aroma emanating from a woman should be light, alluring, barely noticeable and in no way aggressive. It should attract, excite, dizzy, seduce, and not suffocate or knock down!

So how to smell delicious in order to charm and captivate, and not repel?

A woman's scent is a secret weapon of seduction

1. There is no need to pour a huge amount on yourself; there is nothing good if you smell all over the street. This is a sign of bad manners and bad taste. Always remember that even if you no longer smell your perfume, other people smell it very well.

2 . It happens that some women do not smell of perfume, which can suffocate. But they smell of sweat, which is generally unacceptable. Be sure to maintain your hygiene by showering every day and using antiperspirants. This is banal advice, however, there are women who do not bother with such banalities.

3. You need to take care not only of hygiene, but also of your food and drinks. Everything we eat and drink gives our body either a pleasant aroma or an unpleasant one. Fatty, spicy and fried foods directly affect our body odor. From heavy food the smell becomes heavy. In addition, this negatively affects the figure.

You need to watch not only what you eat, but also what you drink. It’s not even worth talking about alcoholic drinks, it is clear that they do not add the aroma of freshness and purity to a woman, but it’s worth talking about coffee. It is important to know that if you drink a lot of coffee, your breath will smell bad, which you may not even notice.

So, if everything is in order with your personal hygiene and nutrition, that is, you eat healthy food, take a shower every day and do not have the habit of pouring half a bottle of perfume on yourself, then this is just great. Then let's move on and learn a few more secrets about how to always smell delicious.

4. Before you go out, especially if it's a date or important meeting, place one drop of perfume on your palm. This will give your light on hands aroma, and if you touch the hands of your interlocutor, this aroma will remain on his palms and will remind him of you.

And if it is an exclusive perfume with pheromones, then your chosen one will not be able to resist you. Such perfumes should be purchased only from those manufacturers who have a certificate and the right to sell. In our “I want to get married” club, the “Pyramid of Love” perfume has simply become a bestseller. They last a very long time, as they are very durable and exclusive. The set contains five different unique and magical scents. You can find out all the details about perfumes with pheromones Here .

5. Spray a little eau de toilette onto your comb before combing your hair. You are guaranteed a pleasant and light scent throughout the day.

6. In your wardrobe, spray all the hangers with your perfume or eau de toilette.

7. Place a handkerchief or woven bag in a drawer or box with linen, sprinkling it with your perfume before doing so.

8. When taking a bath or shower, place a few drops on the wall near the bathtub or on the shower floor. Soon the aroma will smoothly envelop your body thanks to the steam, and when you leave the bathroom, a pleasant and light aroma will emanate from you.

9. And, of course, don’t forget to apply perfume correctly. They should be applied to those places where the pulse is felt (temples, wrists, neck, elbow bends, area under the knees).

Take these tips to heart to always leave behind a pleasant, fresh, tasty and subtle trail of aroma.

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It's time to deal with smells.

The book Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince describes a love potion, among other miracles. “It smells different to everyone,” says Hermione. “For example, I smell freshly cut grass and new parchment, and...” Indeed, each person has his own idea of ​​pleasant and unpleasant odors. Some people love the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, while others are crazy about the aroma of roses. However Scientific research using "eNose" device have proven that most people's noses are quite predictable when it comes to the most pleasant and unpleasant odors.

The “electronic nose” is a clever device with many sensors and sensors. They generate a scent pattern by imitating the sense of smell of animals. But the most interesting feature This device is used to determine the degree of pleasantness of a particular smell.

Israeli neuroscientists used eNose and also conducted tests on volunteers from Ethiopia and Israel to determine whether people from such different cultures identify pleasant and aversive odors in the same way. As it turns out, race, ethnicity, or sociocultural background do not affect a person's sense of smell. Moreover, the instrument readings coincided 80 percent with what the subjects felt.

So what's the definitive list of best and worst smells? Leading citrus. The most “delicious” were the aromas lime, grapefruit, bergamot, orange and mint. The second five looks like this: freesia, amyl acetate molecule (smells like apples and bananas), cinnamon, mimosa and spruce.

Regarding the most repulsive and pungent odors, the opinions of the subjects and “eNose” also agreed: the palm went to carboxylic acids and cyclohexanol, and many volunteers also called the odors unpleasant musk and patchouli.

The sense of smell is one of the most developed senses in humans, and the ability to perceive information about the world around us through smell is one of the oldest functions of the body. This is confirmed by the fact that in humans, olfactory centers are formed already in the second month of embryonic development. The sense of smell is most highly developed in a newborn baby, and with age we lose up to 50% of this innate gift.

The sense of smell can be “trained” if you regularly inhale complex aromas, for example, rose, neroli, rosemary, verbena. However, you should not count on great training results; they will improve your sense of smell by an average of 3-5%. The determining factor in the acuity of smell is still the genotype.

There is a whole science dedicated to fragrances - Aromalogy. A variety of scents are not only designed to improve our perception of the environment, but also have medicinal qualities and are used in aromatherapy. The perception of smells always provokes the emergence of a mass of emotions. It is difficult to find any scent that absolutely everyone would like. But let's try to rank pleasant smells, which are recognized by the overwhelming majority.

Orange flavor

Light, warm, fruity, sweet smell that evokes pleasant associations with New Year's holidays. This aroma is one of the most recognized antidepressants; it helps to detach from troubles and get rid of negativity. However, almost all citrus scents have this property.

The aroma of freshly cut grass

Freshly cut grass is considered by the vast majority of people to have the most pleasant smell. The whole mystery is in a special substance found in plant sap. Australian scientists have found that inhaling the aroma of freshly cut grass can relieve nervous tension and get rid of stress.

A bright, sunny and spicy spice that adds an unforgettable aroma to your morning coffee and fresh scones. Cinnamon has been known to us since ancient times. It was highly valued and therefore was presented as a gift exclusively to royalty.

There are many components mixed in the forest air. This is the aroma of sun-filled wood, strawberries heated in a clearing, the smell of mushrooms and moss hidden where there is dampness. The indescribable aroma of nature that you want to inhale deeply.

To be precise, rain, of course, does not smell, and that aroma of freshness that we feel after a good thunderstorm includes many components. The basis of this is essential oils, which are released by plants, and during rain they acquire the properties of an aerosol, as well as negatively charged ions, which create the feeling of freshness that we love so much.

Chocolate flavor

The most famous antidepressant is pleasant not only for its taste, but also for its aroma. The beans acquire this warm, pleasant smell of cocoa during processing. First they lie in the sun, absorbing its heat, and then they are fried in a special way. The aroma we all love comes from 40 different volatile compounds.

The smell of hay

A fragrant, sun-warmed, warm and cozy haystack, in which it is so pleasant to roll around. Dried meadow herbs have their own absolutely indescribable aroma, calming, relieving fatigue and allowing you to forget about the bustle of the city.

Remember how pleasant and easy it is to breathe on the seashore, how the splash of waves is mesmerizing and the turquoise distance beckons, how an indescribable feeling of freshness arises. We, of course, know that the cause of this aroma is salts dissolved in sea water, in particular iodine, and algae washed ashore. Negatively charged ions that smell so “delicious” and fresh.

The smell of a loved one

It is the pheromones secreted by our skin that determine whether we are suitable for each other or not. So if your precious one tells you how delicious you smell without all those perfumes and deodorants, and you are not irritated by his aroma even after a heavy physical work, rejoice, it means you really suit each other.

Vanilla aroma

The paradox spice has a sweet smell but tastes bitter. Without exaggeration, one of my favorite scents. Vanilla is still one of the most expensive spices; naturally, we are talking about pods, and not about powder sold in bags. It is also a generally recognized aphrodisiac.

What smells are the most pleasant for you, friends?

Whether it's cuddling with a friend or your crush on the couch, you don't have to worry about how you smell. A good smell gives you confidence and can even make you more attractive. It all starts with good care take care of yourself and wear clean clothes. You can then apply your signature scent and surprise others that you smell so good. Read Step 1 to learn how to get attention with your intoxicating scent.

Steps

How to keep it fresh

Take a shower. If you want to smell your best, start by cleansing. How often you should shower depends on your personal body chemistry, your daily activities, and the weather. Many people bathe once a day, but if you exercise or live in a hot climate, you may want to use the bathtub more than once. If you have very dry skin, one bath every two days will be enough. But no matter the circumstances, make sure you bathe often enough so that your body odor does not become noticeable to other people.

• In the shower, wash your skin with soap and warm water to make sure you wash away the dirt, sweat, and bacteria that cause body odor.
• When in doubt, wash it off! Trying to mask body odor with deodorant or perfume will not lead to anything good.
• If you don't want to wash your hair every day (many people say this leads to dryness and damage to your hair), use dry on the days you don't wash your hair. It consists of powders that absorb the oil that makes your hair look greasy.

1. Use deodorant. Two percent of people have a gene that prevents armpit odor. Those are the lucky ones, aren't they? The rest of us rely on deodorant to control body odor throughout the day. Apply it after showering and then reapply as needed throughout the day.

   • Consider choosing a deodorant-antiperspirant combination if you are prone to sweating.
   • Deodorants are available in solid sticks, gel sticks or sprays. You can also buy deodorant from natural stone or even make your own using baking soda and coconut oil. Experiment with a deodorant that feels most comfortable to you and gives you a pleasant scent.
   • If you're going to wear perfume or cologne, you don't have to use a strong-smelling deodorant. Don't use too many different scents at the same time.

2. Try using body talc. Applying a little body talcum powder after a bath or shower will help keep your skin fresh. Simply dry your body thoroughly, then apply a little to your armpits, feet, and other areas. Talcum powder will help keep your skin dry and cool throughout the day, so it comes in handy on hot, humid days.

   Wear clothes that smell good. Wearing the same clothes for several days can affect how you smell, so make sure you keep things clean! Choose detergent with or without a smell – it doesn’t matter as long as your clothes are clean.

   • You may want to carry a few extra pieces of clothing with you if you're going to be outside all day. Some people like to carry underwear, tights, socks or a tank top for emergencies.
   • If you work in a place with a strong odor or you are often around smokers, you should make an extra effort to keep your clothes smelling good. Washing it more often and using a strong scented detergent and fabric softener should help.
   • Take your winter jacket and other non-washable items, dry clean them every few months to prevent bad odors.
   • In addition to clothes, also pay attention to your bags, backpacks, hats and other accessories. Wash them occasionally, especially if you use them every day.

3. Make sure your feet smell good. If you're concerned about how your feet smell, give your feet a good scrub in the shower, dry them completely, and apply body or foot talcum powder before putting on socks and shoes. Keep an extra pair of socks with you to change throughout the day. Make sure your shoes are in good condition too - old shoes can cause bad odors.

   • You should have a separate pair of shoes for exercise, so don't wear your running shoes to school or work.
   • Carry a small bottle of foot talc with you so you can use it as needed throughout the day.
   • If possible, wear socks with your shoes. Without socks, your feet will sweat more, resulting in bad odor.

4. Freshen your breath. Good dental hygiene is the main way to keep your breath fresh. Make sure you brush and floss your teeth every day, and visit your dentist regularly to get rid of problems like plaque so your bad breath doesn't become chronic. In addition to basic hygiene, you can keep your breath smelling good by doing the following:

   • Drink plenty of water. This is especially important during and after meals. It flushes out food debris and cleanses your mouth.
   • Use mouthwash – but no alcohol. The alcohol in the liquid can dry out your mouth, leading to bad breath. Choose a breath freshener that does not contain alcohol and rinse your mouth when you need to quickly get rid of odor.
   • Avoid garlic, onions and very spicy foods on days when you really need fresh breath. It's difficult to mask food odor with mouthwash, and the odor can linger even after brushing your teeth and using mouthwash.
   • Carry mints with you right before you need them so that your breath smells sweet.

   Use of perfumes and colognes

   1. Choose the perfect scent. Look for a scent that suits your style and complements your overall look. A great scent is one that you don't mind smelling all day. It should not be too strong, as some people are sensitive to strong odors. Experiment with different scents until you find a few that you like. You can use the same scent every day or alternate several.

      • Different scents suit different occasions. A citrusy, floral, sweet scent can be great for the day, while in the evening you can opt for something more musky and strong.
      • If you're looking for a more masculine scent, choose a cologne with notes of fir, cedar, and sandalwood.
      • Fragrances change depending on who is using them. They interact with your body's unique chemistry and change slightly throughout the day. It's worth keeping this in mind when you're choosing a scent—the scent that suits your friend won't smell exactly the same on you.
      • You can use the scent in lotion or body butter form if that's what you prefer. Solid perfume is another popular option.

   2. Apply a small amount of to your pulse points. Don't bathe yourself in the scent you choose. Use it strategically so that people around you can sense it, but not too much. Use a small amount, especially if you are using real perfume. Apply a little on your wrists, neck and behind your ears - that's all you need.

      • If you use a spray, do not apply it directly to your body. Hold it about 10 cm away from your body and spray lightly, then place your wrist or other body part in this cloud of scent.
      • Even if you use a perfumed lotion, you shouldn't apply it all over your body. Just use it in a few places like your arms and neck. Use unscented lotion on other areas of the skin.

   3. Apply the scent to your hair. If your shampoo doesn't have a strong scent, you can add scent to your hair. It's a nice, subtle way to smell good all day. Rub a little perfume or essential oil between your palms and then distribute it through your hair. Alternatively, you can add a few drops of your favorite scent to unscented shampoo or conditioner.

      Pick one signature scent. Not good good idea– use 3-4 incompatible scents that create a trail of odors behind you as you walk down the corridor. Instead of asking for the name of your perfume, people will hold their noses when they see you! Use only one main scent at a time.

      • This means that if you use a lotion with a strong scent, you should not use perfume, and vice versa.
      • Make sure you have used too many scents accidentally. Your deodorant, hairspray, and lip balm may have odors. Try to choose unscented products and stick to one or two main scents.

   4. Try to create an original scent. If you don't want to spend money on a bottle of perfume or cologne, you can make your own scent! Buy several different essential oils, such as rose, lavender, lemongrass or vetiver, and use a few drops instead of perfume. You can even make your own scented blend by mixing several different essential oils until you have something you like.

      • To find essential oils, check health food stores or pharmacies. They are usually found in the skin care aisle.
      • You can dilute your essential oil with water or vodka to make the smell less strong. Pour it into a spray bottle and use it on your body and hair.

   How to smell great all day

   1. Freshen up several times a day. You probably smell good in the morning after you've showered and put on clean clothes, but it's a good idea to take some time to freshen up during the day. Whether it's school or work, there are some tricks you can use to keep your hair smelling good even if you've been on your feet or at your desk all day.

      • Brush your teeth or use mouthwash. It instantly freshens your breath.
      • Reapply perfume if necessary. Don't use too much - just a little spray in the middle of the day.
      • Change your clothes if you need to. If you exercise, you may want to change your underwear or socks mid-day.
      • Use antibacterial wipes for a quick refresh. Buy unscented wipes as scented wipes have a very strong scent. Quickly wipe the parts of your body you want to freshen, then reapply deodorant.
      • Use an herbal spray on sheets or pillows. Mix a few drops of essential oil with water and spray on your linens as you make your bed.
      • Shampoo your carpet regularly. Carpets trap odors, which can affect how all your belongings smell. Between washes, clean your carpet by sprinkling it with baking soda, and then use a vacuum cleaner.
      • Clean your car. Wash the seats and air them regularly.

   2. Add fragrance to your drawers and cabinets. If you want your clothes to smell great, try storing them in drawers and cabinets with scented sachets. You can make your own sachets by filling small garment bags with dried lavender or other herbs you like. Just place the sachets in the corners of your drawers or hang them in your closet. They will give your things a light aroma and prevent the appearance of a musty smell.

   Warnings

   • Don't use anything you are allergic to or you will get itchy. Be careful and read the ingredients carefully.

Animals choose partners by smell. We say that education, cultural traditions, and common interests are important to us, but we still return to instincts. Smell is perhaps the second thing we can evaluate in a new person in a few seconds. The first is appearance. But animals also change color or plumage on the eve of the mating season. In a word, we didn't go far. They say that choosing a new perfume is no easier than choosing a life partner. I absolutely agree. Each person has 347 olfactory receptors (according to Wikipedia) and a million of their own tastes, preferences, associations and stories... Despite such an impressive set of initial unknowns, let's try to determine a few rules for a good smell.

This is interesting

We are used to paying more attention to appearance than on smells, so we limit ourselves to our favorite perfume aromas, the smells of our favorite places, often underestimating the influence of smell on our lives. Meanwhile, the olfactory impulse reaches the brain in a matter of seconds, is reinforced by the current state of health, causes a certain associative series, emotions...

And - voila, we can already say with confidence whether we like the interlocutor or not.

I'm not even talking about the sexual sphere, where olfactory preferences change depending on age, more precisely, the attainment of puberty. In youth, preference is given to sweet and fruity scents, in maturity - floral, musky, oily. It's all about pheromones - substances that cause sexual arousal. That's exactly what they smell like. By the way, to smell them, just a few molecules of the substance per cubic meter of air are enough. And we pour half the bottle on ourselves before an important date. The importance of associative memory cannot be diminished. We remember very well how our loved ones smell, what the aroma was in the apartment where you met as a child New Year, what is the smell of the pie that was cooked at home on the weekends. All this is kept in our memory and influences the choice of friends, partners, place of work, apartment, and so on. Not pleasant smells also firmly fixed in the head: my friend more than a year She couldn’t stand the aroma of one eau de toilette that her boyfriend had once used. For this reason, the new wonderful gentleman was rejected, who, it seems, did not have a single negative quality. Except for a small detail - that very “unpleasant” smell. In a split second, her associative memory reproduced a picture of a past relationship with a not very good ending. To succeed, the new boyfriend only needed to change the scent of his perfume, but, alas, his friend did not tell him this sad story, and he himself, of course, could not guess. Odor consists of molecules that affect the olfactory analyzers, causing a reaction at the biochemical level. And it sometimes depends on her whether communication with a person will continue. And while we, like animals, “smell” him, he, of course, “smells” us. And we can help him a little with the help of little tricks, including perfumes, deodorants and other aromatic products.

Fragrant story

Where did the opinion come from that we should emit a subtle scent of perfume, and not our own, so to speak, natural one?

Perfumery was first used in Ancient Egypt. Most mentions of her were associated with gods and sacrifices. The word "perfume" we use today comes from the Latin per fumum - "through smoke." In ancient times, people used herbs, flowers and spices to create fragrances: almonds, coriander, myrtle, pine resin, bergamot.

The Persian physician and chemist Avicenna, after his experiments, created the famous rose water, which had a more subtle aroma than the odors of mixtures of herbs and oils that existed before that time. The first real perfume was made specifically for the Hungarian queen in 1370. Then the art of perfumery migrated to Italy, and from there to France. Perfume recipes were kept strictly secret: for example, the laboratory of Catherine de Medici's personal perfumer was connected by a secret passage to her apartment so that no formulas could be stolen along the way. France remains today the center of perfume production, the capital of subtle scents, despite the fact that perfumes were originally used there to hide the smell of unwashed bodies! Those days, fortunately for us, are long gone, so today smells play a completely different role. This is a whole industry, a fragrant universe, a world of shades and notes, where everyone has their own fragrant story hidden. And now everyone can buy luxury perfumes on the Internet.

This is what my niece says when we pass by our favorite pastry shop, near which the divine aroma of freshly baked cakes reigns within a radius of two meters. A loved one says the same thing when swiping wet hair a girl who had just come out of the shower. I say the same thing when I walk into a familiar coffee shop. All this is one hundred percent part of our associations, dreams, conscious images and subconscious desires. What can we do to ensure we hear this phrase again and again?

1. Do not abuse

“True good is only in a sense of proportion” - here this expression is more relevant than ever. People are put off by an overly strong scent, even if it is the most expensive and most beloved scent. You should smell quite a bit so that a person would want to sniff, or rather, get closer and feel it more strongly.

2. Choose a deodorant with minimal odor (or from the same perfume series as perfume)

In order not to mix the aromas of perfume and body with it. The smell of sweat is unlikely to attract your interlocutor to you, but the smell of deodorant alone or a cacophony of different aromas is also not the best option.

3. Remember to concentrate

Different types of perfumes have different degrees of aroma concentration. The species identification is usually listed at the bottom of the package.

From largest to smallest:

• Aroma oils- essential oils in pure form.
• Perfume (Parfum, Extrait)- in French, and Perfume - in English). Containing 18-30% aromatic oils, these are the most concentrated and long-lasting perfumes. They are the most expensive products, produced mainly in small bottles. The perfume retains its scent for about 6 hours.
• Eau de Parfum- contains 10-20% aromatic oils. It is often called a daytime perfume and the scent lasts for about 4 hours.
• Eau de Toilette- This is a lighter type of perfume that can be used several times a day. Eau de toilette is great for summer. The concentration of the composition here is 4-10%.
• Cologne (Eau de Cologne)- the same as eau de toilette, but with a lower composition content, about 1.5%.
• Perfumed deodorant (Deo parfum)- contains 3-5% oils, 2% water. Sometimes it has an antibacterial effect. Most often included in the perfume series of the same name, it enhances the aroma when used in combination. In the hot season, it can be used instead of eau de toilette as an independent type of perfume.
• After shave- contains 2% oils. One of the most expensive types of men's perfumes, since in addition to 2% aromatic oils it contains 2% softening and moisturizing substances.

4. Keep track of time

Evening and day perfume, as a rule, differ. Summer and winter scents differ in the same way. There are three directions in perfumery: “natural” - fresh, invigorating aromas, with sea or forest notes; “gourmet perfumes”, which are created on the basis of “delicious” smells - vanilla, currants, berries and fruits; and “erotic”, that is, sensual, exciting aromas. It is clear that it is better not to choose seductive smells for work, since they do not fit at all with business style in clothes and makeup. But this scent is perfect for a date!

As for the seasons, “winter” scents should be more persistent, deeper and more refined. But in the summer you can get by with eau de toilette or perfumed talcum powder.

5. Apply correctly

The most common mistake is to apply perfume immediately before leaving the house. Experts advise making it a rule to put perfume on yourself first. Only then will they have time to warm up and open up.

Stepwise application will help preserve the aroma for a long time. The use of perfume begins with eau de toilette, which should envelop the entire body. As the aroma evaporates, it rises, so if you apply even long-lasting perfume only to your neck or behind your ears, you will lose its smell within a couple of hours. To cover your entire body with the scent of perfume, spray it into the air in front of you and step into the cloud of scent. When spraying perfume, remove jewelry (perfume can ruin the shine of pearls, amber and some stones) and clothing, as stains may remain.

A few minutes after applying the eau de toilette, add the final touch - a more concentrated perfume. They are applied primarily to those places where the pulse can be felt: on the neck - just above the first vertebra, below the earlobe, in front on the “hole” between the collarbones, on the inside of the elbow, on the “pulse” at the wrist, under the knee. There is no universal scheme. For example, Gabrielle Chanel advised applying perfume to the places where you want to be kissed.

Clean hair also retains its aroma well, natural fabrics- wool, leather. If you change perfume but not clothing, be careful as this may result in an unwanted mixture of scents.

6. Store carefully

The structure of the aroma changes due to improper storage of perfume. Store them in a cool, dark place out of direct sunlight and with the lid tightly closed. If stored improperly, some components tend to evaporate and deteriorate faster than others, which is why the smell changes over time. The average recommended shelf life of perfumes is 2-3 years. A sign that the perfume has gone bad can be a change in color or the appearance of sediment.

7. It takes a long time to choose

When choosing your scent, take your time. Apply some perfume to your wrist and walk around with it for at least a few hours. During this time, the perfume will “open up”, and you will try on all the shades of the scent you like, and at the same time reproduce the associative series associated with this aroma.

Classic perfume compositions are composed according to the principle of the triad: “starting note”, “heart note” and “ending note”. Over time, these three notes replace each other, and the character of the aroma changes. The "top note" or "head" of the fragrance appears immediately after application of the perfume and remains in its pure form for approximately 10 minutes. The opening note consists of quickly evaporating perfume substances, such as citrus and herbal notes. After about 30 minutes, the “heart note” arrives, which remains on the skin for several hours. This is the main and characteristic smell, which is made up of substances that evaporate relatively slowly, mixed in the composition. After 12 hours, the “final note” or “base note” remains, which is called the “trail” of the fragrance. It won't change until the scent disappears. The base note of a perfume is determined by substances with the lowest evaporation rate, which remain on the skin the longest. Clothes, especially woolen ones, that have been exposed to droplets of perfume can sometimes retain the scent of the base note for several months. By the way, not a single scent smells the same - for each of us it mixes with body odor and gives birth to a unique combination.

8. Wear it proudly

Fragrance is a detail of your image. As a piece of clothing or accessory. Perfumers sometimes do not even recommend combining the exquisite aromas of the most expensive companies in the world with jewelry, they are so valuable in themselves. Therefore, wear it proudly and with pleasure, enjoying yourself and imagining how people turn around as soon as they hear the trail of your perfume, gasping to themselves: “It smells so delicious!”