Tag: perfume guide

For the longest time, I was of the opinion that rose fragrances weren't for people my age. The way I identified it with the strong, room-coating, floral scent my grandmother always used to wear is absolutely to blame, and as deeply nostalgic that is, I

I don't know about other beauty writers, but whenever I'm testing a new fragrance, one thing I consider is how many compliments I receive while wearing it. And as narcissistic as that sounds (it is), it does help me gauge how wearable a scent is, since what

We've seen the words eau de parfum, eau de toilette, and cologne all our lives, but what do they really mean and how are they different from each other? Ahead, we discuss fast facts and recommend the best fragrances to consider as

First impressions aren't just based on the first words you utter. Sometimes, it depends on the shoes you wear, how you shake hands, and even the scent you use. In fact, a good scent has been said to make you a lot

These days, it seems the standard price for scents starts at P7000. But, a great bottle need not be expensive. To further prove our point, we've put together a list of the best fragrances under P5000. Here are 12 fragrances that will

It’s a long courtship, the business of choosing a perfume. Here’s something no one bothered to tell you: People who walk through scent counters hoping for a quick buy are bound to end up with a barely touched bottle in their stash,

Just dropping by to help you with that big task you're not sure how to do: getting the men in your life gifts for Christmas.We all know that perfumes are no-brainers. They make a big impression. They offer an instant benefit. They're

If your outfits call for changing it up once in a while, why shouldn't this apply to your fragrance as well? Enter, fragrance layering. The thought of combining perfumes might sound complex at first, but there's an allure to making your scents

You have endless options when it comes to choosing your signature scent. You can pattern it after your mood, your personality, and even your outfit! But here's an interesting angle: how about wearing the It perfume the year you were born? Interesting,

A bottle of perfume definitely costs a pretty penny, which is why you shouldn't take shopping for it lightly. You simply can't spray something once, head straight to the cashier, and expect things to work out. Strolling the perfume aisle may sound

Filipinos are obsessed with smelling good. However, life in the urban jungle exposes us to pollution and intense heat making smelling good throughout the day a personal battle. So if you find yourself spritzing again by lunch time, you're probably not able

Perfumes are probably the most intricately packaged products in the beauty world, making them nothing short of addicting. Just ask photographer Shaira Luna, who has accumulated her fair share of perfume over the years. And as you might expect, she possesses quite

It's safe to say that all guys love perfume on girls, but haven't you ever wondered what your guy thinks about your signature scent while sitting right next to him? To give you an idea, we asked 15 of Manila's most stylish

Generally, fragrance is applied wherever a heartbeat can be felt, since this is where the skin is warm. Your body heat activates and helps optimize the scent. Fragrance rises, too, so apply on several points for a fuller aroma. Here's your go-to

Christian Dior said, "A woman’s perfume tells more about her than her handwriting." And we agree, Mr. Dior! The vast array of perfumes found in shopping malls make it easier for each individual to find their ‘own’ scent—one that condenses their personality

Forget luck. There’s actually a formula to this: Pick up that perfume bottle!Wearing perfume doesn’t only make you smell better; it also makes you feel and look more beautiful—and there are studies to support this claim! The Monell Chemical Senses Center, for example,

Via Preview Magazine June 2014Though she may be a beast at the gym, Ellen Adarna is a softie when it comes to fragrances."I'm very picky when it comes to perfumes because I get migraines or headaches if the scent is too strong,"

Don’t you ever wish that wherever you walk, you leave a sweet smelling trail behind? The kind of scent that people want to follow with ever whiff. Well, the answer to that, my dear friends, doesn’t necessarily mean having to bathe in

Okay, so you rushed out the door again. No biggie, right? But when you get in the car, you get a whiff of your perfume, only ten times stronger than what you intended it to be. Instead of leaving a sexy little