By Omenaa Boakye Dec 21, pm. Save Pin FB More. Credit: Getty Images. But the good news is, on average, an open fragrance can last about two years. That said, it's definitely a good idea to finish one bottle before you start using another. By Omenaa Boakye. All rights reserved. However, if you have owned fragrance for many months or years you may have noticed that its strength has lessened, or it may have developed a strange smell. So, can perfume go off? Well yes it definitely can, and all is not lost as there are many things you can do to increase its life.
Not only this but there are a number of key factors that can determine the life of a perfume; the quality, the fragrance family and how you store it. In this article we will try and help you understand everything you need to know about how long perfume lasts and how to tell if your perfume has expired, along with how to store it properly.
Photo by Olga Serjantu on Unsplash. Yes, perfume and also after shave do go off. According to experts , perfumes with heavier base notes will last the longest. Some people compare these perfumes to a fine wine—they get better with age. Examples of scents with heavier base notes include oriental scents, such as those with oud and amber.
When the lighter base notes are prominent in a fragrance, the solution is often more volatile. Shelf life also depends on how you store the fragrances.
Perfumes that are stored correctly will last much longer than those that are not more on that later. If your perfume does expire, applying it could result in an unpleasant smell, skin irritations or - in extreme cases - an allergic reaction. You can tell if your perfume has expired by simply checking for a number of key signs; scent - does it smell different, appearance - has the colour changed and date - some perfumes may have an expiry date. Photo by Jasmin Sessler on Unsplash.
Storing your perfume correctly can help to keep it in good condition for as long as possible. Therefore, you should opt for rooms with stable conditions such as bedrooms and dressers and resits the temptation of storing your perfume in the bathroom. If possible, think about the positioning of your dresser, this is the same for makeup. The ingredients break down with time and exposure to light natural or artificial and heat, so if you want a perfume to remain fresh, store it in the fridge.
Bottom line: An unopened bottle of fragrance is good for 12 to 18 months, though a light scent—such as a citrus, one with fresh green notes, or a delicate floral—will most likely begin to turn sooner. Subscribe to the live your best life newsletter Sign up for the oprah. Get more inspiration like this delivered to your inbox.
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