Fragrance is an eternal part of feminism and this has been in vogue not only in the modern world but since times immemorial. Perfumes thus form an important part of any woman’s cosmetic arsenal. They are however intimate to individual ladies and become a signature scent when used constantly. Choice of perfumes depends on individual taste and preference.
Though earlier perfumes were available as unisexual item that could be used by both men and women, changing times and attitudes have led the manufacturers to launch special “Ladies perfume” exclusively for women. There are many types of ladies perfume. These could be the basic Eau de toilette which contains fragrance levels from 3% to 8% the rest being water, oil and alcohol. This is the least expensive of the perfumes. Next is the Eau de Parfum which has a slightly better range of fragrance level from 8% to 16%.
These being stronger than Eau de toilette last longer. The other high end ladies perfumes have a concentration of 15% to 30% fragrance and last the most, sometimes up to 7 to 8 hours. The rich fragrance in these perfumes is the result of the usage of natural ingredients. However the price of these high end perfumes is exorbitant.
Ladies perfume can be further classified as per their fragrance. These are:
Floral: this is the largest branch and the most popular of the fragrances. Obtained from flower extracts the floral fragrances represent the flowers they are extracted from. A romantic ambience is created by the floral ladies perfumes, the most popular being the rose, jasmine and blossoms.
Fruity: obtained from the juices of fruits like tangerine, lemon and mandarin these fragrances exude a tangy, sharp and youthful aroma.
Green: a refreshing fragrance of freshly cut grass reminding you of spring is what the green fragrances exude. Can be ideally used for any occasion and makes one feel refreshing.
Oriental: best used for corporate environs this fragrance is a mix of spices, amber, resins and balsams.
Chyper: this particular ladies perfume has wooden and earthy aromas in it.
When buying ladies perfumes it is imperative to have a sense of what personality is to be showcased by the perfume. With the many choices available, choosing the right one can be sometimes difficult. One must take care of the perfumes interacting with the body oils therefore testing prior to buying must be definite. Along with this the correct way of wearing a perfume should be applied. Care must be taken to keep the perfume bottles away from light and heat. Perfumes are personal style statement hence one must stick to the brand.