There are many reasons for the high cost of perfume. Advertising, packaging, and the type of distribution channels used by perfume manufacturers account for most of the cost. Fragrance companies advertise perfumes in monthly publications. It costs about $32,000.00 for a one page ad in Vogue magazine. Industry sources say that Calvin Klein spent approximately $6 million to advertise their fragrance Eternity. Manufacturers pay premium prices for designer bottles, boxes, and display cartons. Some of the world's finest bottle designers charge more than $100,000.00. Department stores typically mark perfume 60% to 100%. Customers pay for these costs.

By eliminating the fancy packaging, the high cost of advertising, and marketing our fragrances directly to the customers.

The best way to find your perfume is by testing the fragrance on your skin and living with the fragrance awhile. Only then will you know if the fragrance is right for the occasion. Perfume Originals gives you the freedom to chose from 26 women's perfumes and 13 men's colognes. We have fragrances to meet all of your fragrance demands. The Guide to Fine Perfumes is an excellent source of fragrance information.

A variety of different fragrance types is less fatiguing to the sense of smell. When perfumes are very different you can try five to six; when they are similar, only two to three. Heavier scents tire your nose more quickly so when sampling always begin with lighter scents.

Yes, fragrances can smell differently on different people. Everyone has their own body chemistry and individual smell. A fragrance scent depends on both the condition of the skin and the individual's diet.

No, the scent of a perfume does not change. Spicy food can change the odor of the skin, thereby effecting the overall odor effect of a perfume

The sense of smell becomes quickly fatigued. After a period of smelling a fragrance you become used to it and may not be able to smell the scent. The scent is still there and is very strong for others.

Yes, various studies show that fragrances can influence moods. Some studies show the impact scents have on moods may come partly from memories they invoke. Therefore, a mood change may vary from person to person or at different times. A pleasant fragrance can both soothe and stimulate.

Not necessarily; synthetics are of equal value to the perfumer. There are extremely expensive natural components and reasonable synthetics and vice versa. Some natural synthetic odor components are more stable than the natural ingredients. Therefore, they are more desirable to the perfumer.

Yes, Perfume Originals uses synthetic aromatic ingredients in the composition of their fragrance items.

No, Perfume Originals uses synthetic animalic ingredients in the production of the fragrance items that contain animalic notes.

A good rule of thumb is to stay with a classic fragrance. A fragrance that has been on the market for decades is not as risky as new fragrances on the market. The age of the recipient can also influence your choice. If you are purchasing for a women of college age, Potion, Eternal, or Desire may be appropriate. If you are purchasing for a more mature woman, Amber, Opoponax, or Innocence may be a good choice. Lighter floral fragrances are acceptable to almost everyone. Heavier perfumes with oriental notes are more risky. To guarantee the correct fragrance, give a gift certificate and sample the fragrances at a later time.

This depends on their storage. The ideal storage conditions are room temperature out of direct sunlight. Do not place near extreme heat or light. Extreme heat may cause a fragrance to oxidize or change its odor. When stored properly a perfume will last almost indefinitely. Product note: When transporting your fragrances, keep them in a cooler to prevent excessive heat. Heat builds quickly inside a vehicle. Liquids expand and contract with temperature changes. Excessive heat may cause the bottles to break.

No, the ideal storage condition for perfume is room temperature.

This depends on your personal preference. Spraying gives a more even distribution. When dabbed, drops of perfume can go to waste.

Perfumes may be composed of fifty, one hundred, or one thousand ingredients; the sky is the limit. There are no set amounts. The number if ingredients used does not determine the quality or cost of a perfume.

Normally, they don't because most of the ingredients evaporate without leaving a trace. We do not recommend the spraying of perfumes directly on clothes because some fabrics may stain. If stains occur, they can usually come out when washed. Always apply your fragrance items before dressing.

Yes. When a perfume becomes thick, its color changes drastically, and there is a sour smell upon opening, this means the perfume has deteriorated.

A good rule of thumb is less is best. Your perfume should never dominate your surroundings. We suggest a light fresh floral fragrance for the warmer months. Increased body temperature causes perfumes to expand and the scent becomes stronger. During winter the opposite holds true. Build your fragrance wardrobe. Choose perfumes to meet your moods and the occasions.

Apply directly to pulse points--inside the wrist, behind the ears, at the temples, behind the knees, the back of the neck, the cleavage area, between the toes, ankles, and thighs.

Perfumes cling to moist skin; they thrive when worn on emollient skin. The warmth of a body enables the fragrance to warm thereby releasing its true beauty. Dry skin lacks the necessary oils to hold fragrances and can even distort the scent. If you have dry skin, use a cap full of Perfume Originals Perfumed Body Oil after your shower. Product tip--put the body oil in a plastic spray bottle and spray or mist on. Then gently pat your skin dry. Do not rub your skin with a towel. Rubbing robs your skin of moisture and precious oils. Seal moisture into your skin with the hand and body lotion. Now apply your perfume.

Perfume Originals uses SD 40 (standard--denatured) alcohol.

Layering is the process of applying fragrance items with the same scent.

To avoid fragrance clash, that is the wearing of several different scents together. Shampoo, cream rinse, deodorant, etc. all have their own fragrance. Depending upon what you use, the conflicting scents can detract from the one scent you want to stress, that of your perfume. In one day you may come in contact with as few as 10 or as many as 30 different scents. Therefore layer your fragrances using Perfume Originals products to compliment your overall fragrance wardrobe. Use our essence oils to scent all of your beauty products and fragrance items. Perfume Originals essence oils and matching fragrance products are the key to your overall fragrance wardrobe.

First choose the fragrance you want to wear. Next scent your fragrance items, shampoo, cream rinse, hair spray, deodorant, etc. with the essence oil of your choice. Once you scent the items, begin your day with a fragrance bath or shower using our bubble bath/shower gel. If your skin needs additional moisture add body oil to your bath water, or apply after showering. Product note--put the body oil in a plastic spray bottle and apply after baths or showers. Seal the moisture into your skin with the hand and body lotion. Next, apply perfume to your pulse points. These areas include the inside of your wrists, elbow area, shoulders, behind your knees, cleavage area, below the adam's apple, behind the ear, and your torso. Fragrances rise, so don't overlook your legs and feet.

The composition of a fragrance is of many different ingredients, each of which varies in scent and staying power. Different ingredients come to life at different stages. The industry refers to the stages as notes. The top note is the initial impact of a scent on the sense of smell. the middle note, or heart, develops a few minutes later. The base note, or foundation provides the most lasting effects of a fragrance.

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