Although you'd like the art of scenting to be easy, that's unlikely to happen. The thing is, mastering how to always smell good is easier said than done and certainly not as easy as wearing perfume.
Instead, you should approach it like your makeup or skin care routine, with layers of products and different steps to help you achieve your desired results. After all, “you smell good” is the ultimate compliment, so maybe it's a process you want to learn to master. We're here to help, so read on for our top beauty tips on how to stay scented all day long.
How to get rid of odor during the day?
Apply deodorant every day – some people like to use it after showering, while others like to apply it while getting dressed. Do what's best for you, just make sure you don't forget it. If you still find yourself smelling throughout the day, bring a travel-sized deodorant for easy application. There are also deodorant wipes on the market that are great for applying makeup on the go.
Fragrance is a very intentional thing. Here are nine tips to help you master the art of always smelling good.
1. Bathe regularly
First and foremost, proper hygiene is a must to ensure you smell good. You wouldn't want to leave a buildup of impurities and oils lingering on your skin - not to mention the accompanying scent - right? It's similar to applying makeup on dirty skin: You know it won't look good or last long. Whether you're a shower or bath person, make sure to cleanse your skin from head to toe as part of your beauty routine. It's hard to smell good if your foundation isn't clean.
2. Choose lotion carefully
Sure, perfume plays an important role in creating a pleasant scent (more on that in a bit), but it's not the only product that can give you a lasting scent. In fact, the best way to keep your perfume going throughout the day is to layer it, and that starts with your lotion. Start by applying lotion with a scent similar to perfume all over your body. If you don't have a scented lotion that matches your perfume, choose an unscented one. This will ensure there are no scents competing with your perfume.
Whatever you decide on, know that fragrance will last longer on hydrated skin, so along with replenishing moisture, applying lotion daily is a must for smelling good all day .
3. Be strategic about where you spray perfume
Instead of just spraying perfume before heading out the door, you should spray it strategically to ensure the scent stays throughout the day. Apply it to your pulse points: the inside of your wrists, neck, elbows, and the backs of your knees. Blood flows continuously in these areas, creating heat, which helps your fragrance continue to radiate throughout the day, so you will smell pleasant all day long.
Another thing to note is that you should not apply perfume to your wrists and rub them together. Although you may have seen your mother do this when you were a child, it will actually ruin the fragrance, causing it to fade faster. Just spray and let dry.
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