The Art of Smelling Good

Th formula to smelling good is different for everyone. Our bodies react to fragrances and products differently, which affects the way we smell. Our physical hygiene, genetics, hormones, lifestyle, diet and environment all play a role in how we smell. Which is why, it is important to pay attention to all these elements and figure out your own art of smelling good. Having said that, there are great ways of ensuring you smell your best. Here are some tried and tested tips you may find useful.

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Pay attention to your physical hygiene

This simply means having daily showers and wearing clean underwear and clothes. Skipping showers is a no-no due to the build up of swear, dirt, sebum (natural body oils), and dead skin cells. This combination can lead to bacteria on the skin and creates unpleasant odour that lingers. Having a great physical hygiene is the foundation to smelling good.

Get rid of old clothes and underwear

Getting rid of old clothes and underwear is the next step in the art of smelling. Once your pieces no longer fresh, they should be discarded. Undies should be updated regularly and you should have a good number at a time.

Exfoliate and shave

Exfoliating the skin helps gets rid of dead skin cells, and this keeps the skin fresh and clean. A body scrubbing brush can help with this. Shaving regularly, especially the underarms is another important step in ensuring you smell great. Also, depending on much you sweat, you would need to apply a deodorant or antiperspirant after shower.

Layer on perfumes

Layering perfumes and body sprays is another fab tip. Opt for fragrances that complement each other, rather compete against each other. Also, go for perfumes and body sprays that suit your body chemistry. You can get little bottles of fragrances you like, and try them to discover the right scents to layer. Do ensure you don’t go overboard with the layering though.

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Product Review – Lancôme & Lacoste

If you have started thinking of Valentines Day, which is a month away, and wondering what to get as a gift for the special woman in your life. Then you may find this post useful. Today, I am reviewing Lancôme La Vie Est Belle and Lacoste Touch of Pink. I am a huge fan of both  Lancôme & Lacoste, so I was eager to write this review. 

 

 

 

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Both perfumes are amazing. I only have good things to say about them. So if you are contemplating grabbing one or the both of them, just do it! Read the full review below to find out why you should.

 

Lancôme La Vie Est Belle – £49.00 – £89.00

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This floral signature fragrance smells divine! La Vie Est Belle’ is a French expression meaning life is beautiful. And life is indeed beautiful if you walk around smelling like a million bucks!

This fragrance is an eau de parfum with ingredients – Concrete of Iris Pallida, Jasmine Sambac, Absolute Orange Blossom and Absolute Patchouli Essence.

 

PROS
  1. I adore the stunning bottle. It is such a beauty!
  2. This floral fragrance is very long-lasting. It stays on all day.
  3. It works for both day and night, and all seasons in my opinion.
  4. I love the name – La Vie Est Belle. It sounds very posh.

 

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CONS

None. I can’t fault this perfume at all.

 

Lacoste Touch of Pink – £29 – £55

This fragrance is a lot less serious than the Lancôme La Vie Est Belle and a lot cheaper. It is a vibrant and youthful fragrance worth trying. 

Lacoste Touch of Pink has both sweet and floral elements which make it a great perfume for young women. It features top notes of Orange, Coriander, Cardamom, Peach and Blood Orange, heart notes of Jasmine, Violet Leaf and Carrot Seeds and base notes of Sandalwood, Musk and Vanilla.

 

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PROS
  1. The pretty pink bottle always catches my eye. I think it is a lovely bottle.
  2. It smells great and stays on for hours.
  3. Touch of Pink is a great daytime fragrance.
  4. It is quite affordable, which is great.

 

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CONS

None. It is a lovely fragrance.

 

Both perfumes have excellent reviews as you can read. I recommend them both, especially as Valentines day gifts.

What are your thoughts on these Lancôme & Lacoste’s fragrances? Have you tried any of them before?

 

 

The Gift of a Scent

The gift of a scent is one of the best gifts you can give a perfume lover like me because you are not only giving me a perfect present I would love, you are also gifting me a memory. And since it is the season of giving, I have been thinking of various fragrances and perfumes and which scents I would love to give and receive this Christmas. Choosing the right scent for a loved one can be very tricky, you have to get it right which means you have to know what scents the person would like. It can’t be too strong or too mild, it can be a weak or an overpowering fragrance, it has to be just perfect. Which is why I won’t recommend you buy a perfume as a Christmas gift except you know the recipient of the gift inside out.

Here are a few perfume ideas you may find useful –

 

Estée Lauder Modern Muse Le Rouge Eau De Parfum Spray

 

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I love this fragrance. It smells amazing and stays on all day. The bottle is a beauty, and I think it would make a fabulous Christmas present. It may be pricey for many with prices ranging from £64 to £90, but I bet it would make that special person very happy.

 

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau De Parfum

 

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This is another great Christmas gift idea for a perfume lover. This YSL Black Opium is a lovely and fresh feminine fragrance. The packaging is so beautiful. And it stays on for ages too. Prices vary from £47 to £87.

 

Gucci Bamboo Eau De Parfum

 

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This Gucci Bamboo perfume has a fruity/floral fragrance that smells divine and stays on all day. I would be thrilled to receive this perfume, I think it looks heavenly and smells even more heavenly. Prices range from £68 to £80.

 

Prada La Femme Prada Eau De Parfum

 

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This Prada perfume is a true jewel. The amazing bottle is a stunner, and the floral fragrance leaves you smelling amazing all day. It is a great scent for the season, and a fantastic Christmas gift idea. Prices range from £49 to £99.

 

These perfumes are great Christmas gift ideas for the perfume lovers in your life, or anyone who likes to smell nice. You can get them and more at House of Fraser.

What do you think of them? Have you used or sniffed any of them before? Do share your thoughts in the comments section below.

Thank you for reading.

 

*This is a collaborative post.

 

 

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