Mastering the Art of Fragrance Layering

Layering perfume by starting with an essential oil and then adding a spray perfume is a wonderful way to create a rich, personalized fragrance experience. Essential oils add depth and longevity to a scent, while the spray perfume can add complexity and projection. Here's how to do it:

1. Application of Essential Oil

• Pulse Points: Apply a small amount of the essential oil to pulse points like your wrists, neck, and behind your ears. Pulse points are warmer areas of the body that help the fragrance diffuse.
• Don't Overapply: Essential oils are highly concentrated, so use them sparingly. A little goes a long way.

2. Layering the Perfume Spray

• Wait a Few Moments: After applying the essential oil, give it a minute or two to settle into your skin.
• Spray Lightly: Apply your spray perfume over the areas where you've applied the essential oil, or on nearby pulse points to allow the two scents to interact subtly.
• Mist in the Air (Optional): Another technique is to mist your spray perfume into the air and walk through it. This creates a lighter layer of scent over the more intense essential oil.

3. Enhance Longevity

• Moisturize First: Before applying any fragrance, make sure your skin is moisturized. A neutral, unscented body lotion or oil helps the fragrance last longer.
• Lock in the Layers: You can apply a light layer of unscented body oil on top of the essential oil before applying the perfume spray to lock in the scent.

4. Enjoy the Evolution

• Observe the Scent Journey: As the day progresses, the scent will evolve as the essential oil and perfume interact with your skin’s natural chemistry. Essential oils usually stay closer to the skin, while the spray perfume may provide more projection, creating a multi-layered fragrance experience.