Cologne can be an important part of getting noticed if applied correctly. The goal of most people wearing cologne is to make sure that it lingers just long enough for other people to take notice without being overpowering. That being said, there are areas on the body that are more effective than others in making sure the scent stays and sticks on you throughout the day. In this article, we’ll discuss the most effective places where to put cologne on your body.
WHAT IS A COLOGNE?
A cologne is a combination of perfume oils, alcohol, and water following a particular ratio. The fragrance oils are usually about 4 to 5 percent in water and alcohol. Although it is common in the form of a liquid, it can also come in the form of a semi-solid stick. A cologne is usually formulated to suit the masculine scent hence why men mostly use it.
A cologne even though can be categorized as a form of fragrance, it is different from a perfume, body spray, body mist, body spritz, roll-on, or deodorant.
What differentiates them is the specific ratio of ingredients. A Cologne is usually formulated with a concentration of about 5% concentration of extracts from essential oils while perfumes are formulated to contain about 20 to 25% of extracts and Eau de parfum is usually 15 to 22 percent of extracts from essential oils. This trend shows that the lighter the concentration levels of the extracts, the lighter the smell.
WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO PAY ATTENTION TO WHERE TO APPLY YOUR COLOGNE.
Applying a cologne is an act that you need to master to get the most out of your favorite bottle of cologne. It is important to do that because it will help you retain the fragrance of your cologne for as long as you wear it, it will also help you to retain the quality of the scent up until the last drop. In addition, the wrong application of your cologne distributes your cologne to all the wrong places and this usually leads to your fragrance giving off a washed scent, to correct this you have to pay attention to where your cologne is applied.
WHERE TO PUT COLOGNE: THE MOST EFFECTIVE PLACES IN THE BODY.
To get the most out of your cologne, here are the most important parts of your body to apply your cologne on:
Target your pulse point.
Your pulse points are areas on your body that produces a lot of heat. The effect of this heat on your fragrance will warm up and diffuse the scent causing it to smell good all day without breaking down the chemicals and molecules in the fragrance. Your pulse areas are located on these parts of your body:
- Insides of your wrist
- Behind your ears
- Behind your knees
- Forearms
- Shoulders
- Thighs.
These areas are where to put cologne for longevity and fresh scent.
Your neck is part of the fun.
When applying your cologne, you might want to pay attention to your neck area. To achieve this effectively, spray your cologne directly to your neck while holding the can a few inches; about 3 to 6 inches away from your neck. You can be sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who comes in contact with you through hugs or whispers into your ears.
Don’t exclude your chest from the fun.
Your chest is also a great place to apply a touch of your cologne. Doing that helps your shirt smell nice and also serves a splash of freshness and refreshment to whoever you hug or hug you.
MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN APPLYING YOUR COLOGNE
There are certain things that you are doing that aren’t right when it comes to the application of your cologne and this could affect the longevity and the diffusion of your fragrance. To do it better, here are the things you should avoid doing:
- Avoid rubbing the fragrance onto your skin.
Doing this actually breaks the molecules of the scent thereby making it fade faster. If you want an alternative to rubbing your cologne onto your skin, simply dab instead.
- Spraying into the atmosphere and walking through it.
A lot of people do this to avoid the over-application of the fragrance but what it actually does is render the scent useless. The majority of the cologne will be placed on the wrong parts of the body while the rest lands on the floor.
- Avoid spraying your cologne directly on your cloth
Your fragrance gets its uniqueness from mixing with the natural oils your body produces. So when it gets sprayed directly to clothes instead of your pulse points, it renders the scent flat and monochrome
CONCLUSION
Colognes are a great way to smell nice if you are sensitive to strong scents. They can also be applied for just immediately after you get out of the shower when your skin is still hydrated. In addition, you might need to re-apply your colognes if you want by just simply dabbing into your pulse points. Now that you know where to put cologne, you can be sure to experience an all-around fresh scent and burst of sweetness.