How to Make Your Perfume Last Longer: 8 Proven Tips

Short answer: To make perfume last longer, apply it to moisturised skin at pulse points straight after a shower, don't rub your wrists, and choose an Eau de Parfum concentration. Here are 8 tips that genuinely work.

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8 tips to make your fragrance last

  1. Moisturise first — scent clings to hydrated skin. Use an unscented lotion.
  2. Apply to pulse points — wrists, neck, behind ears, inner elbows.
  3. Don't rub your wrists — it breaks down the top notes. Dab, don't rub.
  4. Spray after a shower — clean, warm skin holds fragrance best.
  5. Choose Eau de Parfum — a higher oil concentration lasts longer. Every Leclair & Moreau scent is an EdP.
  6. Layer with matching products where you can.
  7. Spritz hair or clothing lightly — fabric holds scent for hours.
  8. Store it properly — cool, dark place, away from heat and light.

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FAQ

Does Eau de Parfum last longer than Eau de Toilette?

Yes — EdP has a higher fragrance-oil concentration, so it lasts longer. All our fragrances are Eau de Parfum.

How long should a good perfume last?

A quality EdP typically lasts 6–12 hours depending on skin type and how it's applied.

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