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We've all encountered that one person whose 'signature fragrance' is noticeable from afar. But what if it's you who's overwhelming everyone with your excessive application of perfume or cologne? Here are a few guidelines to help ensure you're applying the right amount.
Excessive fragrance not only repels others but can also trigger headaches or even allergic reactions. The issue arises when some individuals either lack a strong sense of smell or have grown immune to the scent they wear daily. According to TLC, using too much perfume could also be a sign of depression.
Here are some tips from the site to help determine if you're overdoing it with your fragrance:
To find out if you're a potential culprit, apply your perfume as usual, wait for five seconds, and then press a tissue onto that spot. The tissue shouldn't cling to your skin. While time can help, a faster fix is to use rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball and apply it to the areas where you've applied the fragrance.
It's essential to avoid over-applying perfume from the start and to know where to apply it. Instead of directly spraying it on your skin, try spritzing a mist in the air in front of you and walking through it. Apply it in a few spots, such as your chest and neck, keeping the bottle at least 10 inches (25.4 cm) away when spraying. For stronger scents, consider applying them to lower parts of your body, like behind your knees, where the scent won’t rise too quickly and bother others. With practice, you’ll find the right balance, and your fragrance will attract people rather than drive them away.
According to Kineda, another indicator of a good fragrance is proximity. A compliment like "you smell nice" should come only when someone is close enough to you, and if you're constantly aware of your own scent, you've probably gone too far.
Now, if only there were a tactful way to inform someone when their scent is overwhelming your senses.
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