What Are the Types of Women's Perfumes?

Floral, fruity, and feminine – these are generally the words used to describe the best perfume for women.

However, the question that remains is which one should you make your signature scent.

Shopping for a new perfume doesn’t need to be overwhelming if you are sorted with what you want your fragrance to do. How long you want it to last? How do you want yourself to smell? And finally, what’s your budget?

Once you get the answers to the above questions, the entire process will become more streamlined and smooth. To make it easier for you, we‘ve created a guide to perfumes for women highlighting the different strengths and types.

Read on as we discuss some seriously fancy names in the diverse world of perfumes.

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Parfum

This, right here, is a pure perfume that boasts of the highest fragrance concentration. While the broad concentration range can be anywhere from 15 to 40 percent, typically, parfums have 20 to 30 percent concentration.

You should opt for parfums if you want your scent to last for an entire day (at 6-8 hours). These are also most suitable for people who have sensitive skin because they contain a lower concentration of alcohol in comparison to the other types of perfumes. This, in turn, is responsible for the longevity of parfums as well.

You can consider wearing these to fancy and important occasions.

Eau de Parfum

Following the parfum is the eau de parfum, or EDP. These have the second-highest fragrance concentration ranging between 15 and 20 percent. In terms of longevity, you can expect the eau de parfum to last for 4 to 5 hours, which certainly isn't bad.

The other point of difference between a parfum and an eau de parfum is their respective price points. The latter is generally far less expensive in comparison to the parfum due to their lower alcohol concentration.

Just as in the case of parfums, those with sensitive skin can use an eau de parfum to smell wonderful without having to worry about any skin irritation and inflammation. The affordable price tag also makes eau de parfum perfect for everyday wear.

Eau de Toilette

The Eau de Toilette, or EDT is cheaper than the eau de parfum as they have a concentration between 5 and 15 percent. Generally, you’ll find women using an eau de toilette the most out of all the other types of perfumes.

This can last for nearly three hours and is most suitable to be worn during the day. On the contrary, parfums are considered nightwear.

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Eau de Cologne

Having a concentration between 2 and 4 percent, the eau de cologne, or EDC, has a much lower concentration of fragrance. In comparison to this, the concentration of alcohol is quite high, which might make it strong for overly sensitive skin.

Due to the higher alcohol content, the price tag of eau de cologne is on the lower side. The scent will last for around two hours, and you should always spray a generous amount to prolong the effects.

Eau Fraiche

Finally, the last one on our list. Similar to the eau de cologne, the eau fraiche has total longevity of about two hours only. The concentration of fragrance is even lower in comparison to eau de cologne at just 1 to 3 percent. As you might have guessed, this is the most affordable perfume that you can buy.

The interesting thing here is that, even in having a lower concentration of fragrance, the eau fraiche doesn’t have a higher amount of alcohol. Instead, this perfume uses water.

Takeaway Thoughts

There you have it! These are the different kinds of perfumes along with the different concentrations and longevity. When it comes to finding your perfect match, you should consider your lifestyle first.

If you tend to sweat a lot which might sometimes make you a bit smelly, we recommend buying a perfume or an eau de parfum. Even a single spritz of these will immediately shroud you with a pleasant smell instead of sweat. On the other hand, an eau de toilette gives you the perfect combination of a budget-friendly price and long-lasting smell.

If you have sensitive skin, you should consider buying an eau fraiche. Having minimal alcohol in its concentration, you won't have to worry about suffering from any potential skin irritation or inflammation.

Resources– Perfume.com, Perfume Direct

Rana Bano (315 Articles Published)

I'd always loved spinning words, which is why I chose to be a content writer. I have expertise in marketing, lifestyle, and health niches, and take pride in writing quality articles with a relatable vibe. Working at ReviewThis has been a treat, I get to help my readers decide products that are best suited to their needs and preferences by creating accurate and engaging content. In my free time, I can be seen dressing up, reading books and eating chocolate – in that order.

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