Common Mistakes When Applying Cologne For Men
Common Mistakes When Applying Cologne
Get the most out of your favorite cologne by avoiding these common application errors:
- Applying too much cologne. Remember that with fragrance, less is more. A man's cologne should be subtle and understated. It is best to start light and reapply as needed.
- Rubbing cologne into your skin. When you spritz your skin with cologne, don't aggressively rub it in. The friction can make the scent fade faster and the heat you generate while massaging your skin can change how the fragrance blends with your natural aroma. If your fragrance doesn't have a spray applicator, gently dab the cologne onto your skin and give it time to dry.
- Splashing cologne onto your skin. When using a cologne that does not have a spray nozzle, you should also avoid splashing it onto your skin. Instead, place one finger over the bottle's opening and carefully tip it upside down to apply it using a dabbing motion. This method gives you much more control over the amount of cologne you use.
- Walking through the scent. Another all-too-common mistake is spraying a mist cloud of your fragrance and quickly walking through it. While it seems like this method prevents over-application, it is incredibly wasteful and comes with minimal payoff. To get the most out of your cologne, it must be applied directly to the skin. By spraying it in the air, most of the scent will just wind up on the floor.
- Spraying cologne on your clothing. Cologne only works when it's on your skin. By spraying it onto your clothing, you're preventing it from mixing with your natural oils, which is what gives scents their unique quality. Spraying cologne not only leaves you with a flat, single-note scent, but could also inadvertently fade or damage your fabric.
Men's cologne is a luxury, so you should treat it with the respect it deserves. With a little thought, patience and practice, it’s a breeze to master the art of applying cologne.
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