How to layer your scents to make them last throughout the celebrations

Celebrate away while staying fresh and fragrant all day.

Eden Noronha

Mar 04, 2025

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Celebrate away while staying fresh and fragrant all day.

One thing no bride should ever have to endure is a bad spell of body odour—especially on a day when everything needs to be perfect. All that dancing, mingling, and posing for photos can cause the perfume you spritzed on in the morning to fade away. That’s no good. Even the most luxurious Eau de Parfum (EDP) can lose its intensity if not applied properly. So, how do you ensure that the signature scent you picked for your wedding day lasts throughout the celebrations? Here are some helpful tips to extend the wear time of your perfume tenfold.

Hydrate from the inside out

One of the most overlooked steps is drinking enough water. Staying hydrated not only keeps your body healthy but also ensures your skin remains moisturised, helping your fragrance cling longer throughout the day.

Apply a scented body lotion

Moisturising your skin is key to extending the staying power of any scent. Choose a scented body lotion that complements your perfume, as it will intensify and add more nuance to your fragrance profile. This step helps create a signature scent that is uniquely yours.

Bath & Body Works Dark Kiss Super Smooth Body Lotion, ₹1,999

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Go in with a deodorant

A deodorant is non-negotiable when it comes to preventing body odour. Even if you’re layering on expensive perfumes, a deodorant is essential, as it helps eliminate germs and unwanted odours caused by sweat. For extra protection, opt for an antiperspirant roll-on deodorant that will curb excessive sweating. However, if your skin is sensitive to antiperspirant deos, consider organic deodorants in cream form—they can be just as effective.

Bare Necessities Garden of Eden Deodorant, ₹279

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Pick the right perfume formats

The type of scent you apply directly to your skin and the one you wear on your clothes matters. Fragrances with a higher alcohol content, like Eau de Toilette (EDT) and body mists, are ideal for applying on the skin, as they tend to last longer than those with a lower alcohol content. Meanwhile, an EDP has a higher concentration of perfume oil and less alcohol, making it a better choice for spraying all over your body and clothes.

Spritz a body mist on your pulse points

Your pulse points—such as your wrists, neck, the centre of your chest, and behind your ears—are the ideal spots to apply fragrance. These areas produce more heat and have blood vessels closer to the surface, helping to capture and diffuse the scents you apply.

Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist, ₹3,800

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Layer with an EDP

Wearing just one fragrance is perfectly fine, but layering two or more can elevate your scent to something truly divine. Once you’ve got your outfit on, go over it with that luxury fragrance you’ve selected for your big day. Make sure it is an EDP, as this type of fragrance is more intense and long-lasting. Don’t shy away from spraying on more than you usually do—after all, it is your wedding day!

Lancôme Idôle Eau De Parfum Spray, ₹2,000 onwards

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Follow these steps, and voilà—you’ll be the most captivating bride.

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