Scent Direct . . . Passionate About Perfume

Saturday 10 May 2008


Our resident expert perfumer may look a little madcap but what Tim doesn't know about perfume just ain't worth knowing. We have already quizzed him over a few of your more frequently asked questions which are listed below but if you can't find the answer you're looking for then you can email him direct at asktim@scentdirect.com.

How do I find my perfect perfume?
Why did a perfume I bought smell different when I was in the shop?
How long should a single application last?
Which edition should I buy?
Sometimes my perfume is too strong, can I do anything about this?
Should I try just one fragrance at a time?
Does perfume smell different on different people?
Can the smell of my perfume change because of what I might eat?
How should I wear perfume?
Could I wear more than one fragrance at once?
Is it possible to wear too much?
Why can't I smell my own perfume after a while?
Can my perfume affect my mood?
Should I use a fragrance which matches my partners?
Why is most perfume expensive?
Are some perfumes better than others?
Are artificial or synthetic fragrances better or worse than natural ones?
What should I choose as a gift for someone?
Does perfume stain?
Does perfume go off? How can I tell?
How should I keep my perfume?

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