How to Make Your Perfume Last Longer

A good perfume is an extension of our personality, but its fragrance can fade faster than we would like. To enjoy its scent for longer, there are strategies that help enhance its staying power and projection on the skin. Discover how to make your favorite Aguas de Victorio & Lucchino fragrance last all day long.

Moisturize your skin before applying perfume

Fragrances adhere better to hydrated skin. Before applying your perfume, use an unscented cream or one with notes similar to your fragrance to enhance its longevity. Dry skin absorbs scent more quickly, causing the fragrance to fade more easily.

Apply perfume to strategic points

Pulse points are ideal for intensifying perfume longevity, as body heat helps diffuse the scent gradually. Apply perfume to:

• Wrists
• Neck and behind the ears
• Inner elbows
• Behind the knees
• Chest area

Do not rub the perfume

One of the most common mistakes is rubbing your wrists together after applying perfume. This breaks down the fragrance molecules and speeds up evaporation, reducing its longevity. Instead, let the perfume settle naturally on the skin.

Use the hair and clothing trick

Hair and clothing can hold fragrance longer than skin. Spray perfume onto your hairbrush before brushing your hair, or mist it lightly onto your clothes from a safe distance. Keep in mind that some fragrances may stain certain fabrics, so it is advisable to test on a hidden area first before applying directly.

Choose fragrances with greater staying power

Fragrances with woody, oriental, or gourmand notes tend to last longer on the skin due to the intensity of their ingredients. If you are looking for a long-lasting fragrance, choose perfumes with ingredients such as vanilla, patchouli, amber, or musk.

Apply perfume in layers (layering)

To intensify the scent and prolong its wear, use complementary products from the same fragrance family, such as shower gels and body lotions. This creates an olfactory base that helps the perfume last longer.

And if you are looking for a truly unique scent, dare to try Mix & Match.
The Victorio & Lucchino collection is designed to be combined. You can layer two different fragrances to personalize your essence according to your mood, the occasion, or even the season of the year. For example, a soft floral base can take on a more vibrant nuance when combined with a citrus fragrance, or a fresh scent can gain depth with a woody touch.

This layering game allows you to create your own olfactory signature and turn your favorite perfume into something even more special. Experiment, mix, feel... and make your scent a personal expression that evolves with you.

Store your perfume properly

Storage affects fragrances. To prevent them from degrading, keep your perfume in a cool, dark place, away from sunlight and heat sources. Keeping it in its original box also helps preserve its properties.