How To Make The Best Buy of Perfume?

The importance of perfume has been realized a very long time ago. Its birth can be dated back to the early Egyptians era when it was being used for religious ceremonies and love making preparations. Nowadays, perfumes have virtually become a bare essential in our society and they are being used in all walks of life. The use of perfumes adds zing to the occasions as they are considered to be one of the most luxurious and sensuous accessories in the modern society.

When it comes to the use of perfume as an essential part of body accessories, they are numerous brands available in the market that one can choose from. However, the choice of a particular brand largely depends on the social stratum of a person. These days, the use of designers` fragrance is a rage in the market and everyone wants to use a specific brand of fragrance which is not only well-known but also stands out in terms of smell.

Some facts about perfumes:

Generally, the fragrance of perfumes last longer for people who have an oily skin. This is because their oily skin has more natural moisture content that holds the fragrance. On the other hand, dry skin has less natural moisture content and, hence it fails to hold the fragrance for a longer period of time.

Admired perfumes for men range from citrus, spicy, woodsy, leathery and while they are designed in a controlled environment, the same for the women are designed for primal senses with the combination of subtleness and refinement. Perfumes for women can be found in different wonderful themes such as floral like roses, jasmine, fruity like citrus or orange blossoms, oriental like mix of spices, amber and so on.

Perfumes are worn by both men and women to display their individual personality. However, what smells wonderful on your friend might not suit your body temperament. Hence, while buying a designer perfume, bear the following dos and don`ts in mind:

How to try:

When you want to try new fragrance for its chemical reaction, try it on your body and not on an object, say on the perfume bottle cap or a piece of cardboard. If you experience any irritation on your skin, take it for granted that the chemical components of the fragrance are not suitable for your skin tone and texture and its use could be harmful for you.

No two-timing, please:

Buyers are often found to be trying different perfume fragrances at the same time. Do not use three or four fragrances at a time as it affects your sensory reflections leading to confusion relating to the choice of a particular fragrance. So, the chances are you will fail to pick that perfect perfume which would be suitable for your skin tone.

Samples:

Always try to use sample perfume bottles if it is possible for you to get one. They are extremely ideal for you to understand the ultimate effect on your body. Incase you find them suitable or otherwise, you are in a situation to make a choice accordingly.

Designer perfume outlet:

The best way and place to buy a perfume is to drop at a designer perfume outlet where you can pick your favorite designer perfumes. It helps you to take the right decision as you have a wide-range of choices to pick from. Besides, perfumes purchased from a designer perfume outlet tend to live up to your expectation. They could cost you a bit more, but you can feel the difference as you impress people with the unique smell. This is when you feel that your spending is worth it.

Source : Essence of Perfume

Hantu Minyak Wangi

Cinta Dynas pada wangian berputik tatkala menerima pemberian daripada seseorang peminat rahsia ketika usianya 14 tahun. Selepas sedekad, cintanya tetap mekar.

DENGAN hanya satu semburan, mampu menceriakan mood yang suram, menghilangkan stres dan tekanan yang dihadapi.
Malah, haruman juga boleh menjadi tarikan pertama terhadap anda dan perkara yang paling diingati.
Bagi model, pelakon dan pengacara, Wan Intan Edrinas Wan Mokhtar atau lebih dikenali sebagai Dynas, 25 'cintanya' terhadap minyak wangi mekar sejak di bangku sekolah menengah.
"Ketika itu saya berusia 14 tahun dan mendapat sebotol minyak wangi, Cool Water Davidoff daripada seorang peminat rahsia.
"Itulah minyak wangi pertama yang saya terima." "Seperti yang kita tahu, harga sebotol minyak wangi bukan murah, sebab itu saya teringat hingga kini," kata Dynas ketika ditemui Kosmo! baru-baru ini.
Hadiah pertama itu telah memberikan impak yang besar dalam kehidupannya.
"Mula-mula saya ingat hanya golongan dewasa yang dibenarkan memakai minyak wangi.
"Tetapi masa saya menerima botol pertama itu, barulah saya sedar bahawa terdapat wangian yang boleh dipakai oleh mereka yang lebih muda," kata wanita tinggi lampai ini lagi.

Dynas memberitahu, minatnya terhadap minyak wangi turut dipengaruhi oleh rakan-rakan rapatnya.
"Adakalanya kami akan menghadiahkan minyak wangi kepada rakan-rakan sempena hari lahir mereka. Minyak wangi merupakan satu hadiah yang istimewa."
Dynas yang merupakan Duta Pesta dan Anugerah Wangian Sasa 2008 mengakui dirinya sebagai 'hantu' minyak wangi dengan kepelbagaian koleksi yang telah dikumpul sejak bertahun-tahun lamanya.
Dynas berkata, menjadi duta kepada produk barangan yang diminatinya sejak remaja merupakan satu penghargaan.
"Pesta dan anugerah ini memberi peluang kepada pengguna memilih minyak wangi yang dibahagikan kepada beberapa kategori.
"Di sini kita dapat melihat pasaran wangian dipengaruhi bukan sahaja daripada faktor haruman tetapi juga reka bentuk dan pakej, haruman lelaki dan wanita yang paling digemari ramai dan yang menjadi pilihan pasangan serta selebriti."
Beliau mengakui, terdapat puluhan botol minyak wangi pelbagai jenama tersusun rapi di atas meja soleknya.
Sejak menerima wangian pertama, sehingga kini, dia tidak pernah gagal membeli minyak wangi terbaru di pasaran.
"Setiap kali ada jualan murah atau apabila hampir dengan sambutan perayaan saya akan membeli haruman-haruman ini.
"Saya amat mudah dipengaruhi dengan bungkusan yang dihias indah terutama apabila ia mempunyai warna dan botol yang menarik," kata Dynas.
Dynas mengakui akan membeli wangian baru sungguh pun terdapat haruman di rumah yang masih belum digunakan.
Selain hobi, Dynas juga akan membeli minyak wangi untuk menggembirakan hatinya atau apabila mendapat berita buruk.
Di rumah pakai minyak wangi
Apakah faktor yang menyebabkan Dynas begitu menggemari minyak wangi?
"Minyak wangi mampu mewakili karakter dan personaliti setiap individu yang memakainya.
"Bagi saya, memakai minyak wangi adalah rutin yang wajib. Ia seperti memakai deodoran. Tanpanya, keadaan diri umpama tidak lengkap, keyakinan diri saya akan hilang."

Kata Dynas, badan yang harum juga memudahkan orang ramai mendekati diri seseorang.
"Terutamanya bagi seseorang selebriti atau mereka yang menjadi tumpuan, kita tidak mahu orang kata kita mempunyai masalah bau badan pula. Oleh yang demikian, adalah penting untuk memilih haruman yang betul-betul sesuai."
Wanita setinggi 170 sentimeter ini berkata, beliau akan memakai wangian walaupun berada di rumah.
Menggemari minyak wangi yang mempunyai haruman flora dengan ciri-ciri romantis dan manis, Dynas berkata, pilihannya itu memberikan perasaan paling sempurna melambangkan dirinya yang sebenar - bercita rasa muda.
"Sungguhpun telah berusia 25 tahun, namun perangai saya agak keanak-anakan. Itu yang menyebabkan saya sukakan haruman yang bagi sesetengah pihak sebagai 'tidak matang'.
"Saya tidak sukakan bauan yang terlalu eksotik atau menggoda dan sitrus. Bagi saya, bau flora adalah pilihan yang paling tepat."
Dalam pemilihan minyak wangi, Dynas tidak terburu-buru membeli sungguh pun tarikan utama tertumpu pada bentuk botol dan pembungkusan.
"Minyak wangi mempunyai reaksi yang berbeza bagi kulit setiap individu. Ia mungkin berbau enak kepada orang lain, tetapi tidak pada diri anda.
"Apabila saya ingin membeli suatu haruman, saya akan mencubanya terlebih dahulu selama setengah atau sejam. Apabila saya merasakan ia sesuai, barulah saya beli," katanya.
Apakah haruman kegemarannya?
"Daisy daripada Marc Jacob dan Gucci Rush daripada Gucci."
"Saya biasanya memakai haruman yang berbeza, bergantung pada acara yang dihadiri. Tetapi perkara terbaik pada Daisy ialah ia sesuai digunakan sama ada pada hari siang mahu pun malam.
"Satu lagi, baunya yang tahan lama."
Dynas menambah, Gucci Rush mampu menarik perhatian sesiapa sahaja yang berhampiran.
"Bau Gucci Rush tidak boleh dikesan serta-merta tetapi hanya selepas beberapa saat si pemakai melintas di hadapan anda.
"Disebabkan terlalu menyukainya, suami telah memberikan saya sebotol minyak wangi itu sebelum kami berkahwin," kata Dynas. Suaminya juga meminati botol minyak wangi.

Apakah bauan yang tidak dilupakan Dynas?
"Pastinya bau Boss Pure daripada Hugo Boss yang dipakai oleh suami. Beliau telah memakai bau itu sejak kami bertemu ketika saya mengacara Beat TV di Astro sehingga hari ini.
"Suami sangat cerewet dengan cologne yang dibeli, jika beliau sukakan satu bau, itulah yang akan dipakainya sepanjang masa," kata pemegang Diploma Komunikasi Massa dari Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) ini.
Dynas mempunyai tip kepada mereka yang ingin membeli minyak wangi.
"Jangan beli sesuatu hanya berdasarkan stail atau trend terbaru tetapi pada hakikatnya tidak sesuai dengan diri kita.
"Minyak wangi seharusnya menyerlahkan lagi personaliti kita, bukan menenggelamkannya. Pastikan anda mencubanya sebelum membeli."

Sumber : Ehoza

Most Commonly Asked Question About Perfume

How do I find my perfect perfume?

All perfume smells different on different people so to be sure that a perfume is right for you just try it! You should go to perfumeries and use a tester or obtain a sample preferably in the eau de toilette edition or other lower concentration editions. You should also live with the fragrance for a while to be sure because it will smell different at different times of the day and different occasions as well.

Why did a perfume I bought smell different when I was in the shop?

The atmosphere of most department stores and the other common places for buying fragrance are full of smells by definition so everything smells a bit different. But seriously, all perfume is affected by the environment in which it is experienced. This environment is made up of temperature, humidity and background smells. More importantly than this is the fact that each perfume has a different evaporation rate so the 'top note' that you smell in the store may be different from the 'middle note' that you experience later at home. So your best bet is to try just one fragrance and wear it for the rest of the day.

How long should a single application last?

That depends. Fragrances are made up of volatile ingredients which evaporate over time. As a fragrance is worn it goes through 3 distinct phases. The first of these is the top note and is made up of those ingredients that evaporate first because they are highly-volatile. Then comes the middle note (sometimes called the body or heart of the fragrance) which is made up of those ingredients that are not so volatile. Finally, you guessed it, you get the base or lower notes which are the foundation of the fragrance. These are the least volatile ingredients and hence the ones that last the longest. Good quality perfume will smell very similar through all of these stages but in all cases the length of time it takes to go through these depends on the ingredients.

Sometimes my perfume is too strong, can I do anything about this?

Well you could just put less on or buy a lower purity edition of the fragrance, an eau de toilette or splash if it is available. Alternatively, if you are feeling a little more adventurous, you could add an alcohol and water mix (about 10% distilled water to 90% alcohol). You might do this and put the resulting weaker fragrance in an atomiser to take with you in a handbag to refresh your fragrance throughout the day. This will not affect the smell at all, just dilute the perfume and hence the strength of it.

Should I try just one fragrance at a time?

If you are in a department store there will already be many different fragrances in the air and discerning any one without being affected by another will be difficult. You can also try more fragrances that are very different in one go than you can fragrances that are similar. For example, you could try two or three fresh fragrances and then find your ability to differentiate is impaired. But if you try a fresh fragrance or two and then move to oriental or floral you will still be able to judge them.

You will also find that heavier fragrances are more difficult to try as they tend to be stronger - so always start with light ones. And if you are testing them on your skin, put them as far apart as you can. Best to try a different one on each visit to the store!

Does perfume smell different on different people?

Yes it does. This is because different people have different skin conditions, body temperatures and even diets which can affect the way a fragrance might smell. Everyone has their own individual smell and this is mixed with the smell of the fragrance to make up the smell so you should really always try fragrance on your own skin to be sure (not on a paper tester). Unfortunately, this also means that if you smell a great perfume on someone else you might find it doesn't smell the same on you!

How should I wear perfume?

To answer this, one has to explain how fragrance works; all perfume contains a volatile liquid which evaporates on the skin during the course of its use. This process is facilitated by the heat of the body and the body is warmest where there is good blood circulation closest to the surface of the skin. Therefore, the warmer the skin that you dab the fragrance on the more effective this evaporation will be. That is the reason that the most popular locations are behind the ear, on the wrist and at the bend of your arm.

You can also spray your perfume in freshly washed hair but be careful that your shampoo or conditioner does not have too strong a fragrance itself or you might affect the harmony of the perfume. You could also spray it on clothes near the skin as well which sometimes improves the life of a single application. This works best on natural fibers but be careful if you like to wear different fragrances with the same coat as they may clash.

It's thought to help if you spray your fragrance on damp skin. This can be done after bathing or showering. Apply perfume to pulse points such as: neck, wrist, navel, ankles, behind your ears, back of the knees and inside your elbow. A light spray on the hair can last all day.

Could I wear more than one fragrance at once?

Most perfumers will tell you that this is the ultimate perfume sin because perfumers spend a lot of time developing fragrances in order to achieve a balance and harmony. But I feel that a fragrance is designed to make you feel great and confident so you should wear which ever fragrance you like with what ever you like and feel most comfortable with. Don't forget that perfumes are only careful mixtures of various ingredients so why should you not try a bit of mixing yourself.

Is it possible to wear too much?

As a rule the daytime fragrances are lighter and more and better suited to wear for long periods of time without being overbearing. The evening fragrances are for just that, evening and special occasions because they tend to be heavier, stronger and more intoxicating. In addition to these categories you should also pick the edition carefully as well. If you are going to wear it all day then try the EDT edition and if it is for special evening wear you could use the parfum. Note also that the longer lasting 'base' notes will accumulate if you re-apply the same.

Why can't I smell my own perfume after a while?

You can become accustomed to a smell and your brain filters it out as a background smell so that it is better able to discern new smells. This way you might think your fragrance has worn off yet someone else may find it quite strong still.

Can my perfume affect my mood?

We wear a special fragrance on special occasions and every time we smell it our mood is affected dramatically. We associate it with happiness, friends and laughter and it puts us in that frame of mind. This is one of the most important affects of fragrance. So the answer is yes a perfume can definitely affect the mood of anyone who smells it.

Do use fragrance throughout every day; it will increase your feelings of well being...add a special degree of graciousness to daily living and makes life for you and those around you infinitely more pleasurable and enjoyable.

Blends of floral and citrus-based fragrances are recommended for casual and daywear. Spicy, woody or warm amber-based fragrances are traditionally favorites for evening and special occasions.

Should I use a fragrance which matches my partners?

There are a few fragrance on the market that can be bought in pairs e.g. Armani's He and She, but you shouldn't worry overly about this. Masculine fragrances and feminine fragrances have been moving closer together in terms of the notes they contain whilst there are still some very definite male and female concept areas. You could even try swapping fragrance if you like.

Why is most perfume expensive?

You need read only a little about the ingredients of fragrances to see that some of the methods for collecting them is long and labour intensive which means expensive. In addition to this there are the modern economies of the industry. Firstly, you cannot buy cheaper bulk packs of perfume because it would go off before a single wearer manages to use it all. Secondly the modern designer invests enormous amounts of time and money creating and maintaining sophisticated aspirational brands that people want to buy into through advertising and sponsorships. These brand creation and upkeep costs need to be recouped.

Are some perfumes better than others?

There is a technical answer to this which is that a fragrance should be dermatologically safe and evaporate from the skin evenly and harmoniously throughout its stages, not loosing its essential notes throughout. It should also have 'tenacity' which means it lasts well on the wearer and does not need continuous reapplication. This is achieved through careful use of fixatives or heavy and less volatile notes which maintain the broad smell throughout its use.

The real answer to this question is that a good fragrance is a fragrance that makes you feel good about yourself. It's about the individual and expression.

Does perfume go off? How can I tell?

Yes. New unopened fragrance normally last well (at least a year or more if kept properly) but opened perfume will eventually go off as it is based on a volatile liquid that will evaporate. You can tell if it has gone off by checking to see if it has darkened significantly or thickened and you get a strange sour smell on opening the bottle. To prevent this happening you should always leave your perfume with the lid on tightly and not placed in direct sunlight or near a heat source. Unfortunately there is little you can do with it once it has gone off as trying to dilute it will not return it to its former glory.

How should I keep my perfume?

The best way to keep fragrance is at room temperature or slightly cooler (but not too cool) in the dark. Unopened the perfume will keep for more than a year or so but once opened it will eventually go off. This takes about 6 months depending on how the perfume is kept.

Keep all fragrance in a cool, dry area and away from windows as sunlight or extremes in temperature can unbalance the various ingredients of the perfume and change its scent.

What should I choose as a gift for someone?

There are many ways of selecting appropriate fragrances as gifts but usually you can tell a lot about the fragrance from its name and the advertising, images and emotions it portrays. For example, for a more mature recipient it is easier to buy lighter and more casual fragrances as gifts because they are more widely accepted whereas the heavier fragrances for more evening wear are more personal. If you want to play it safe you should choose one of the long time classics. Good luck and don't forget that a perfume or aftershave always makes a wonderfully and personal gift, whatever it is.

Source : Fragrance Online

Pesona Haruman Dior

HARUMAN hebat membangkitkan kesegaran serta meningkatkan keyakinan dan personaliti diri.

Begitulah wanita dan minyak wangi bagaikan satu kombinasi menarik dan saling memerlukan. Setiap kali melangkah keluar rumah, minyak wangi menjadi kemestian untuk tampil anggun dan mempesona.


Semerbak haruman pada tubuh bukan saja menjadikan kehidupan menjadi ceria, tetapi membuatkan hari lebih bermakna.

Tiada siapa dapat menyangkal keasyikan sesuatu haruman minyak wangi lantas bagi penggemar minyak wangi, setiap haruman cukup istimewa dan mempunyai sentimen tersendiri.

Diilhamkan untuk wanita moden dan glamor, wangian Dior, J'adore L'absolu ternyata mempunyai tarikan.

Minyak wangi direka pakar minyak wangi Dior, Francois Demachy, menerbitkan bauan bunga oriental dengan haruman memikat dan memberikan suasana kedamaian pada diri.

Dengan sentuhan jiwa moden, semburan J'adore L'absolu membawa elemen seksi, manakala warnanya begitu eksotik dan membangkitkan kemanisan pada si pemakainya.

Antara rumusan sensasi ada pada haruman baru ini adalah gabungan bunga melur Arab, bunga ylang ylang yang boleh didapati di kebanyakan negara tropika, bunga tuberose dan bunga ros Turki yang nyata membangkitkan kesegaran.

Sesuai sentuhan haruman diva, wangian J'adore L'absolu didatangkan dalam bekas gaya kontemporari mewah.

Warna keemasan botolnya menarik tumpuan dari jauh manakala kotaknya menonjolkan ia wangian personaliti yang bergaya dan mesti dimiliki.

Bagi peminat koleksi wangian Ralph Lauren, rangkaian minyak wanginya sentiasa diperbaharui dengan bau, warna menarik selain didatangkan dengan rekaan bekas lebih unik.

Istimewa buat wanita, jenama wangian terkenal itu memperkenalkan koleksi haruman terbaru Notorious yang didatangkan dalam botol menarik.

Minyak wangi itu antara lain digabungkan menerusi campuran bunga, buah dan rempah seperti bergamot, anggur, coklat serta vanila.

Menerusi semburan yang kekal lama, diri seakan dibuai mimpi indah dan memberikan kedamaian.

Untuk minyak wangi J'adore L'absolu, ia didatangkan dalam bekas 50 mililiter (ml) pada harga RM300 dan boleh didapati di semua kaunter Dior.

Koleksi Notorious pula didatangkan dalam bekas 50ml pada harga RM239 dan 75ml (RM300) serta losyen badan 200ml (RM159) yang boleh didapati di semua gedung beli-belah terkemuka.

Sumber : Harian Metro Online

Perfume Famous Quotes

'A perfume must be more mysterious than a copy of something in nature. When a man sees a woman, he shouldn't think of a rose; he should think of that woman..'
Perfume Jean Paul Guerlain on the philosophy of his grandfather Jacques Guerlain

'Perfume puts the finishing touch to elegance - a detail that subtly underscores the look, an invisible extra that completes a woman's personality. Without it there is something missing'
Gianni Versace

'A fragrance is like a dress, an expression of personality. It can be both erotic or powerful, or both, but it always combines femininity and sensuality"
Gianfranco Ferre, Designer

Source : Fragrance Online

Haruman Untuk Meningkatkan Ghairah Seks

AMARAN : PANDUAN INI HANYA UNTUK PASANGAN SUAMI ISTERI SAHAJA!

Haruman yang menarik akan menimbulkan rasa gairah yang berlainan apabila melakukan hubungan seks. Terdapat pelbagai haruman yang boleh melahirkan rasa gairah dan sesuai digunakan di dalam bilik tidur sewaktu hubungan intim.

Haruman wangi mampu merangsangkan organ seks yang paling utama iaitu otak. Tidak diketahui bagaimana haruman dapat merangsangkan rasa gairah seks. Namun rasa tenang dan selesa merupakan resepi penting dalam membentuk seks yang indah dan damai.

Tidak semua wangian adalah bersesuaian untuk digunakan sebagai rangsangan seks. Pilihan perlu dibuat berdasarkan kesesuaian dan penerimaan pasangan. Jangan nanti ia menimbulkan rasa tidak selesa kepada pasangan masing-masing.

Haruman yang paling diketahui akan menimbulkan rasa gairah dan ransangan seks adalah :-

Bau rose yang memang popular dan bunga rose itu sendiri adalah lambang sayang dan cinta. Yang lain adalah Jasmine, Sandalwood oil dan ylang-ylang.


Memakai minyak wangi yang bersesuaian turut merangsangkan gairah seks. Begitu juga menggunakan syampu dan sabun badan yang wangi turut merangsangkan gairah seks.

Haruman sahaja tidak cukup untuk melahirkan seks yang hebat dan hubungan seks yang bermakna. Ia memerlukan nilai kasih sayang yang tinggi dan saling memahami.

Sumber : Taman Wangi

Which Perfume Suits Your Personality?

A cologne might prove heavy on the pocket. But it gives the best value for money compared to other packaged fragrances like deodorants, body sprays and eau de cologne.

First, they have the longest staying power. Just a whiff is enough to keep you smelling great for hours.

They also lend relief when you are crammed in public transport system!

"I find myself clambering for just a whiff of Dior's Dunes or Carrera, so that the fragrance can overpower less enchanting bodily odours," says Shirish, a collegian who braves the Mumbai local trains every day, and is saving up for his first bottle of cologne.

It is going to be Polo Sport by Ralph Lauren for Shirish.

And if you want to hike your appeal in the eyes of that guy or girl you fancy, do a little private investigation.

Find out his or her favourite fragrance. Dab some on and make sure you come within arm's distance of the object of your affection.

If there is a little chemistry already simmering just beneath the surface, tickling his or her nasal senses is sure to get you noticed instantly!

Now that we have established at least some of the benefits of owning a perfume, here are some tips on how to carry off perfume or cologne with sophistication:

~ Perfume etiquette

It is politically incorrect to drench yourself in perfume just because you like the fragrance.

If you do, your humongous cloud of vapour will follow you wherever you go, pierce every nostril in the vicinity and leave people choking on the smell for hours after!

Be a little altruistic. Try not to infringe on another's personal space.

Etiquette expert Dr Tushar Guha shares some subtle hints on how to wear your perfume right:

i. Choose your perfume with care depending on the occasion.

ii. A cocktail party, a meeting with one or two people, a day at the office, a corporate event, these occasions demand a little sophistication. So go with a subtle scent that does not jerk an unsuspecting nostril out of its peaceful reverie.

iii. But if you want to make a splash at a wedding, a party or on a night of clubbing, go in for something stronger, but nothing too loud, unless a 'loud' image is what you really want to project!

iv. We all want to be accepted and your choice of perfume should complement what you stand for.

Apply it with finesse

i. While applying your perfume, don't splash it all over your clothes. Apply it behind your earlobes, the upper sides of your palms and on the right and left side of your neck. These are your pulse points and the fragrance will sustain for a longer period. Besides, you won't soil your clothes.

ii. Even though you might have seen it in the movies, do not rub your wrists together after spraying on perfume. This reduces the effect of the top layer of perfume.

iii. If you like a little flamboyance, do it the filmi way, by spraying some into the air and walk through it. Now, you are soaking in your favourite scent!

iv. Keep the spray away from your nostrils, else you might inhale the chemicals. This could lead to breathing trouble.

v. How much should you apply? One round of application to all the pulse points will do. Unless you perspire a lot, in which case, you could go in for round two.

vi. Many people love to spray perfume everywhere, including their hair, handbag, cushions and sheets.

Well, go ahead and indulge yourself. But when it comes to spraying it on to your silk sari or tie, restrain yourself, else you will end up ruining your best silk!

~ Shopping tips

According to Vilobha Vijay Joshi, perfumer with International Flavours and Fragrances, and a 'nose' to be reckoned with, the same fragrance will smell different on two people as the body heat and inherent body odours are different.

So please make sure you test your perfume on yourself and not your friend. Else your friend will smell like lily of the valley, while you could emerge smelling like durian!

Perfectionists could try out one new perfume at a time.

The rest could test a maximum of four at a time. Otherwise, you will muddle up the spicy flavour of Yves Saint Laurent's Opium with the floral scents of Le Feu D'Issey, two diametrically opposing fragrance families. Besides, you will get a headache.

A fragrance will smell different several minutes after you apply it, so give it some time. Don't rush into buying any perfume.

The worst thing you can do is splurge on a perfume you are allergic to!

To avoid that, apply a small amount on your wrist, the inner elbow or the back of your hand or arm. Wait for about an hour.

If there is a reaction, you know this isn't the one.

~ What she wants

Indian women seem to like floral fragrances with a woody, musky base, possibly because it complements sultry, humid weather.

And a medium, 'fresh' scent is what entices them on a man.

Shalini, 26, who owns a boutique, has a dressing table lined with at least five designer perfumes at any given point in time. She scoffs at the thought of wearing a deodorant or body spray, because they get too 'powdery' after a bit.

"I only wear perfume," she says, "and prefer floral fragrances, because they are neither too strong nor too mild. My current favourites are Burberry Weekend and Clinique Happy. On men, I adore Polo Sport and recognise the fragrance instantly."

~ What he wants

Men tend to be brand loyal when it comes to their colognes.

Jitendra Tulsiani, 24, an executive with an IT company, began his affair with Carrera and Dunhill Desire Red and Blue seven years ago, and pledges staunch fidelity for a long time to come.

"They are neither too strong nor too mild," he explains. "I can wear them to the gym, to work, or just about anywhere without sticking out like a sore thumb, which would be the case if I wore an Armani, which is really strong."

A popular favourite among men these days seems to be Issey Miyaki.

But that is exactly what makes Aman Arora, 26, who manages business excellence at an insurance firm, steer clear of it!

He likes his colognes to be 'distinctive', and personal favourites include Bazaar by Christian Lacroix, Dior's Fahrenheit, Armani's Acqua Di Gio Pour Homme and Carolina Herrera's 212.

"And Estee Lauder's Pleasures is fresh yet heavy and very becoming on a woman," he adds.

Other favourites that men fancy on their women include Hugo Boss, SCUK and Paloma Picasso, which lend a feminine appeal.

It doesn't matter if you have the hottest body in town, but if you smell of sweat and grime (except when working out in the gym or any other kind of workout), you won't be very popular with the men!

Smelling good is definitely a way of making yourself more desirable in the eyes of the opposite sex (or the same sex, if you please)!

~ A fragrance for your persona

Choose a fragrance that will enhance your aura, not overpower it!

Get fresh with these!

Vivacious, mischievous, exuberant and always living it up, you need a fragrance that is fresh and rejuvenating. You will smell of citrus, sea breeze and fresh dew with these!

Picks for men: Boss by Hugo Boss; Calvin Klein's cK One; Ralph Lauren Polo Sport and Dunhill Desire Blue.
Picks for women: Davidoff Cool Water; Donna Karan Be Delicious; Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey.

Floral favourites for women

If you like a touch of romance in everything you see, smell and touch, a floral scent will complement your appeal, have you smelling natural and feeling fresh as a daisy.

Picks: Chacherel's Amor Amor, Burberry Weekend and Carolina Herrera Carolina Herrera.

Oriental Spice

This one is for the those who ooze natural confidence and sophistication. They know what they want and have a way of getting it. Spice it up with these fragrances.

Picks for men: Alfred Dunhill Dunhill.
Picks for women: Giorgio Armani Sensi, Kenzo Flower, Dior Poison.

Woody fragrance for the sensual

Are you sensual yet classy, free-spirited yet grounded, nurturing yet confident? Then woody fragrances are for you.

Picks for men: Burberry Brit For Men, Dior Fahrenheit, Carolina Herrera 212 H2O Men.
Picks for women: Yves St Laurent's Opium, Calvin Klein Obsession.

An aromatic blend for men

If you value all that is classic, exude true machismo and are a self-made man, this one is for you. A potent mix of berries, citrus, lavender, spices and more will help you tap into your feisty side!

Picks: Gendarme Gendarme, Calvin Klein Eternity For Men.

Source : Rediff

Revolusi Industri Minyak Wangi

ARKIB : 02/11/2008

Oleh BINTU RASYADA A. RAHMAN

JIKA dahulu industri minyak wangi dimonopoli oleh pereka fesyen dan pengasas kosmetik, namun kini trendnya sedikit berubah. Nama-nama besar industri ini masih mengungguli pasaran, namun dalam masa yang sama diberi saingan sengit oleh jenama baru di bawah label selebriti atau bintang-bintang popular.

Pengaruh golongan ini sememangnya tidak boleh disangkal. Dengan kemilau dan kemasyhuran yang dimiliki tidak hairanlah jenama mereka turut mempunyai pengikutnya yang tersendiri.

Bagi Anugerah Haruman Sa Sa 2008, dua jenama tersenarai dalam kategori Haruman Selebriti Terbaik iaitu Midnight Fantasy oleh Britney Spears dan Deseo Forever oleh Jennifer Lopez.

Midnight Fantasy adalah haruman keempat himpunan jenama milik bintang pop, Britney Spears. Inspirasi kehidupan pemiliknya yang penuh kemilau dan menggoda, ia direka khas untuk wanita yang mempunyai daya penarik dan godaan tersendiri serta membuatkan anda sentiasa memerlukannya. Gabungan haruman buah-buahan mengungkap misteri keinginan dan tarikan, begitu juga dengan adunan bunga-bungaan dan ambar hitam, menghasilkan ciptaan Midnight Fantasy yang sukar dilupakan.

Deseo Forever pula sehangat empunya nama, Jennifer Lopez. Deseo bermaksud desire iaitu keinginan, harapan atau impian. Ia dihasilkan untuk memberi inspirasi dalam menggapai impian, agar si pemakai tidak pernah berhenti daripada berusaha memperoleh apa yang mereka inginkan. Ia campuran buah-buahan seperti epal, pic dan oren, diselang seli dengan haruman bunga-bungaan seperti magnolia dan mawar di samping kesturi, bergamot, patchouli dan pelbagai lagi. Kesegaran dan keharumannya bak taman semerbak di pagi tatkala musim panas.

Selain kategori Haruman Selebriti Terbaik, Anugerah Haruman Sa Sa 2008 turut menyenaraikan kategori Haruman Tahun 2008 yang mana pencalonannya terdiri daripada Pure oleh Boss, Diamond (Emporio Armani), Daisy (Marc Jacobs) dan Princess (Vera Wang).

Tentunya kategori ini menjanjikan saingan sengit memandangkan keempat-empat pencalonan mempunyai kekuatan tersendiri.

Pure oleh BOSS diinspirasi daripada idea lelaki bersatu dengan kuasa air. Ia sederhana namun sofistikated, segar lagi menyeronokkan. Dengan haruman bertenaga, Pure mengungkap rasa sensual dan emosi seperti kuasa air yang suci dan sukar dihalang. Jejaka Pure sangat mementingkan stail, bercita-cita tinggi, kompetitif dan berjaya. Dengan kesegaran semula jadi akuatik, nota utama diserlahkan oleh air pokok ara, dengan kombinasi sitrus Mediterranean, menyerlahkan kesegaran yang menyeronokkan. Juga di tambah haruman kayu massoia, untuk menyerlahkan karakter maskulin.

Permata pula adalah inspirasi haruman Diamond oleh Emporio Armani. Wanita Diamond menjalani kehidupannya seperti sesuatu acara yang sedang berlangsung. Dia tidak pernah menyekat keinginannya. Seperti permata yang merupakan unsur paling keras, ia lambang kekuatan, kemewahan, glamor, kecantikan, kuasa dan kejayaan. Menurut Giorgio Armani, beliau mahukan haruman yang menyerlahkan kilauan, kekuatan, kebijaksanaan dan keseksian dalam rangkaian wanita Emporio Armani. Dengan itu terhasillah Diamond, haruman menggabungkan mawar, laici, rasberi dan juga campuran kayu-kayan serta ambar.

Daisy oleh Marc Jacobs pula seakan matahari yang bersinar. Ia lambang semangat keremajaan yang bercahaya, gembira, bebas, segar dan ringkas menawan. Daisy bak pengembaraan ke tempat suci dan tanpa pengaruh sesiapa. Harumannya diadun daripada jambangan buang-bungaan yang menyerlah unsur kewanitaan di samping bahan semula jadi seperti strawberi liar, daun violet dan limau gedang. Turut dibaluti kesturi, vanila dan kayu putih bagi menghasilkan nota yang seimbang lagi memikat.

Manakala Princess oleh Vera Wang pula memikat namun aneh. Bermula dengan unsur magis dan mistik kepada berani dan mempesona. Ia menggambarkan keberanian untuk menggelar diri sebagai permaisuri, Princess adalah semangat baru dalam haruman. Meraikan kewanitaan moden, ia dihasilkan untuk memerintah. Kaya dengan vanila, melimpah dengan pati bunga eksotik dan buah-buahan menjadikan ia haruman yang cukup memikat.

Haruman manakah bakal dinobatkan Haruman Selebriti Terbaik dan Haruman Tahun 2008? Anda boleh menjadi penentunya. Jangan lupa menyertai roadshow dan pelbagai aktiviti yang akan diadakan di North Court, Mid Valley Kuala Lumpur pada 14 hingga 18 November ini. Antaranya sesi Sense of Smell, Feel the Bottle dan sesi soal jawab. Bengkel yang akan dijalankan bertajuk Haruman Terbaik Britney Spears dan Mitos & Fakta Mengenai Haruman.

Setiap pembelian haruman sepanjang pameran dan anugerah berlangsung, sebanyak RM1 akan didermakan kepada Pertubuhan Kebajikan Kanser Payu Dara.

Sumber : Utusan Malaysia Online

Allergies and Perfume

There are various elements that are considered in the preparation of any perfume. If you are buying perfume, it is worth being able to understand what the perfume manufacturer displays on the bottle. To make the right choice, it is worth knowing what to look for. No one would eat food that was not clearly labelled, yet many people are uncertain of their perfume ingredients or the preparation methods that create them. This is particularly important in modern times when pollution levels have increased sensitivity and allergy levels.

Firstly, the concentrate of the blend of the perfume that you choose has a high impact on allergies. If you have intolerance to the ingredients that create the fragrance, then you can control this to a degree. The lowest concentrated blend is found in Eau de Cologne, which has a maximum of 5% pure perfume ingredients. This means that any reaction will be minimal in comparison to the other strength perfumes that are available. The next lowest strength perfume is Eau de Toilette which has a concentration of between 4% and 10% of perfume ingredients. The Eau de Perfume will contain between 8% and 15% pure perfume, whilst any labelled Perfume is the strongest with between 15% and 25% pure strength ingredients.

All perfumes must state the level of potency on the packaging. Make sure you are aware of the strength, and try a lighter compound if you have any adverse reactions. If you have a reaction to all of the above strengths, then you will need to consider other factors.

Another reason behind an allergy or reaction may be the ingredients used in the perfume to create the fragrance. Synthetic perfume sometimes contains synthetic scents. These synthetic scents are created to mimic a natural smell, but can be more easily controlled. Some natural ingredients are evanescent or short lasting, and so synthetics are used to make the perfume have more staying power. They also increase the life span of the perfume, as synthetic ingredients have a longer shelf life. Although the perfume and its ingredients are rigorously tested, there may still be an adverse reaction in some perfume wearers. If this is the case, then look for perfumes that contain natural ingredients only.

It may not be the perfume causing the reaction, but the base ingredients. If you have an allergy to the carrier alcohols in perfume, then natural perfume is your best option. These will be labelled as either `natural` or `botanical` perfume and these are becoming much easier to find. The reason behind this is the rising interest in global environmental and health issues. Natural perfume is oil and water based, and will not contain any synthetic ingredients. This reduces the likelihood of allergic reactions. These have many advantages in that the perfume is often organic and environmentally friendly also. However, the disadvantage is that the perfume does not last as long as the synthetic types; a small price to pay, however, for well being.

Finally, the allergy may actually be due to the natural ingredients. There is a misconception that all natural things are safe and good for you, but in reality this is not necessarily true. Most natural oils in their purest form should not make contact directly with skin, as they would be harmful. If certain pure oils have an adverse effect on you, then make sure you only buy perfume that does not contain them. If you suddenly develop intolerance to a perfume that you have previously used, consider other factors in your environment such as a change in temperature, diet or even washing powder.

The best thing to do when buying perfume is to make sure you are aware of the ingredients, and make sure you buy according to what suits your skin type. If you do suffer a reaction from perfume, consider the elements outlined above and try to determine the cause. Once the cause is found, it can be eliminated by choosing a perfume that is right for you.

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This article can also be accessed in portuguese language from the Article section of page www.polomercantil.com.br/perfume-fragrancia.php
Roberto Sedycias works as IT consultant for www.PoloMercantil.com.br

Written By : Roberto Sedycias

Source : Wellness 2 U

Bunga Melur Ramuan Minyak Wangi

August 3rd, 2007

BUNGA melur atau disebut melati adalah tanaman bunga hias yang banyak kegunaannya terutama membuat minyak wangi. Di Itali, melati casablanca (Jasmine officinalle) yang disebut Spansish Jasmine ditanam pada 1692 untuk dijadikan parfum. Pada 1665 bunga melati putih (J sambac) pula diperkenalkan oleh Duke Casimo de’ Meici di England. Pada 1919 pula, ditemukan melati J parkeri di kawasan barat laut India.Di Indonesia, nama melur dikenal sebagai menuh oleh masyarakat Bali, meulu atau meulu Cina (Aceh), menyuru (Banda), melur (Gayo dan Batak Karo), manduru (Menado), mundu (Bima dan Sumbawa) dan manyora (Timor) dan malete (Madura).

Di antara 200 jenis melur yang telah diidentifikasi ahli botani, hanya sembilan jenis melati yang diketahui dan daripada jumlah itu, lapan jenis melati berpotensi dijadikan tanaman hias.

Syarat pertumbuhan:

· Cuaca: Curahan hujan 112–119 mm/bulan dengan 6–9 hari hujan/bulan, serta mempunyai iklim dengan dua hingga tiga bulan kering dan lima hingga enam bulan lembap. Suhu udara siang hari 28-36 darjah C dan suhu udara malam hari 24-30 darjah C.

Kelembapan udara (RH) yang sesuai untuk tanaman ini 50 hingga 80 peratus. Selain itu pengembangan melati paling sesuai di tempat yang mendapat sinar mata hari yang cukup.

· Tanah: Pokok melati memerlukan tanah yang bertekstur pasir sampai liat, gembur dan banyak mengandung bahan organik dan memiliki. Darjah keasaman tanah yang baik bagi pertumbuhan tanaman ini adalah pH=5–7.

· Kawasan: Tanaman melur dapat tumbuh dan berproduksi dengan baik di dataran rendah sampai dataran tinggi pada ketinggian 10 meter hingga 1,600 meter dari paras laut. Meskipun demikian, tiap jenis melati mempunyai daya adaptasi tersendiri terhadap lingkungan tumbuh.

Melur putih (J sambac) sesuai ditanam di dataran rendah hingga ketinggian 600 meter manakala melati Star Jasmine (J multiflorum) dapat hidup subur hingga ketinggian 1,600 meter.

Tanaman melati mulai berbunga pada umur 7 hingga 12 bulan setelah ditanam. Bunga melati boleh dipetik sepanjang tahun secara berkali-kali sampai umur tanaman antara lima hingga 10 tahun. Setiap tahun, tempoh melur berbunga ialah 12 minggu (tiga bulan).

Bunga melati agak lebat pada dua minggu pertama. Selepas itu produksi bunga akan menurun dan dua bulan kemudian meningkat lagi.

Melur umumnya tumbuh menjalar, kecuali pada beberapa jenis melati seperti Grand Duke of tuscany yang tumbuh menegak. Ketinggiannya bergantung pada jenisnya. Melati putih (J sambac) dapat dipangkas pada ketinggian 75 sm dari permukaan tanah, sedangkan jenis melati Spnish Jasmine (J officinale var grandiflorum) setinggi 90 sm.

Teknik Penanaman:

JIKA mahu ditanam di kawasan taman, olah tanah dengan cara dicangkul sedalam 30-40 sentimeter hingga gembur, kemudian biarkan selama 15 hari sebelum memasukkan anak pokok melur untuk ditanam.

Cara Penanaman: Jarak tanam dapat bervariasi, tergantung pada bentuk kultur budi daya, kesuburan tanah dan jenis melati yang ditanam, bentuk kultur perkebunan jarak tanam umumnya adalah 1 x 1,5 meter, sedang variasi lainnya adalah 40 x 40 sm, 40 x 25 sm dan 100 x 40 sm.

FAKTA

· Nama: Bunga Melur

· Nama botani: Jasminum sambac

· Famili: Oleaceae.

· Keistimewaan: Bahan buat minyak wangi, kosmetik, farmasi, penghias rangkaian bunga dan bahan campuran mengharumkan teh.

Sumber : http://www.fazlisyam.com