What’s fragrance layering?
12 Sep 2011 15:40 PM |
Posted by Editor
Want a one-of-a-kind signature scent? Try fragrance layering! Fragrance layering involves layering two different fragrances over the top of one another to create a kind of hybrid scent or signature perfume. It’s highly effective when done properly. To get it right, opt for complimentary scents: layer a woody perfume with a perfume with strong vanilla or coconut notes and try mixing a fruity scent with a floral scent for a fun, playful smell. Spray one pump of each scent into the air at the same time then walk through the mist. Voila! Your own hybrid scent!
Guys can layer too. Try combining an oceanic scent with a woody fragrance and see what you come up with. If your partner says "Eww, what's that smell?" take that as a sign that it's back to the drawing board but don't give up!
Member Comments
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Posted by:
Khem9111
(Australia)
I think this would work well with essential oils but not so much with designer ones as they are layered already
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September 13, 2011 (Sep 13, 2011 8:16pm)
Posted by:
adriennee
(Australia)
This sounds interesting, but could easily end up being a disaster!! ahaha
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September 22, 2011 (Sep 22, 2011 3:31pm)
Posted by:
kiki_01
(Australia)
I've always wanted to do this but never get around to trying :S
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October 05, 2011 (Oct 5, 2011 6:49pm)
Posted by:
Mellyanna1
(Australia)
Love this idea, sooo creative, can't wait to try!
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October 09, 2011 (Oct 9, 2011 7:58pm)
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Ktd333
(Australia)
I love doing this. Often I'll spray one perfume in the morning and then later in the day, layer with another fragrance. It works well.
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October 20, 2011 (Oct 20, 2011 4:43pm)
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Trish_D
(Australia)
Great idea and so simple. I'd need to try it out at home first to make sure the choices didn't clash!
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November 13, 2011 (Nov 13, 2011 4:27pm)
Posted by:
Jhyt0914
(Australia)
I didn't even think of that. I Should really try it, then mix and match to find my scent. Thanks!
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January 11, 2012 (Jan 11, 2012 12:44pm)
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Cat17
(Australia)
I want to try this but i dont really know how. But it's a great idea!
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January 16, 2012 (Jan 16, 2012 5:16pm)
Posted by:
Cherrybloss
(Australia)
Wow i can see how this could work really well and smell pretty unique but at the same time i could see me failing and smelly not so pretty!!
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January 17, 2012 (Jan 17, 2012 11:29pm)
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sprinkles37
(Australia)
I find that scented body lotions don't seem to be very moisturising. I normally moisturise and then add on the scented lotion
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February 05, 2012 (Feb 5, 2012 8:56pm)
Posted by:
jadziadax
(Australia)
I must admit I am a fragrance addict, I will definitely try this idea out.
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February 16, 2012 (Feb 16, 2012 9:25pm)
Posted by:
Elissa351
(Australia)
Great idea, scary to attempt :/
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February 20, 2012 (Feb 20, 2012 7:36pm)
Posted by:
sea157
(Singapore)
Sounds like fun! Might backfire if not done properly. I think the Jo Malone scents are for layering so I might start with those.
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March 01, 2012 (Mar 1, 2012 5:02pm)
Posted by:
Anita87
(Australia)
Never heard of this before
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March 06, 2012 (Mar 6, 2012 6:26pm)
Posted by:
Cheleshocked
(Australia)
Argh! I do this all the time and I thought I was a freak, I'm so happy it's an actual thing. My roll on deodorant has a really slight, delicate floral smell, I use cocoa or shea butter on my body (or sometimes something divine from LUSH), sandalwood on pressure points (behind ears, mid-section lymph nodes) and then whatever perfume I feel fits the day. I often alter the perfume choice if I happen to wearing a spray-on conditioner for my hair, so they better complement one another.
My fiancé said the second thing he noticed about me after my smile was my smell. I encourage people to have a go - nobody else will smell like you, you'll be more unique and feel more confident and sexy for it!
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March 08, 2012 (Mar 8, 2012 2:54am)
Posted by:
Sezaluke90
(Australia)
i never even thought of this, tomorrow im going to mix me 2 fav perfume and see what its like
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March 08, 2012 (Mar 8, 2012 10:19pm)
Posted by:
TheDevineOne
(Australia)
great idea!
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March 09, 2012 (Mar 9, 2012 1:09pm)
Posted by:
lynx
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I love doing this-makes me smell nice for longer.
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March 12, 2012 (Mar 12, 2012 2:54pm)
Posted by:
Sung Young
(Australia)
That is so cooool! So trying this next time :)
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March 13, 2012 (Mar 13, 2012 6:13pm)
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june
(Australia)
I always thought layering meant using the same perfume in different forms on the body, my lesson for the day.
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March 16, 2012 (Mar 16, 2012 4:24pm)
Posted by:
Vanity Fair23
(Australia)
I like to layer Tocca Collette with Acqua di Parma Iris Nobile, smells great!
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March 20, 2012 (Mar 20, 2012 6:49pm)
Posted by:
scentsation
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I haven't tried fragrance layering but sounds like fun experimenting with different notes.
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March 31, 2012 (Mar 31, 2012 5:04pm)
Posted by:
Senorita
(Australia)
wow great tip
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April 02, 2012 (Apr 2, 2012 9:29pm)
Posted by:
Rabi
(Australia)
i think i should try that
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April 03, 2012 (Apr 3, 2012 7:20pm)
Posted by:
JaneyPooh
(Australia)
Jo Malone offers a perfume layering system - Fragrance Chronicle. You get 4 fragrances in the chronicle set and can combine the original set with it's three accompanying accords to create a unique fragrance. Fun!
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April 22, 2012 (Apr 22, 2012 6:51pm)
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Posted by: Khem9111 (Australia)
I think this would work well with essential oils but not so much with designer ones as they are layered already
Posted on: September 13, 2011 (Sep 13, 2011 8:16pm)