The Surprising Connection Between Your Skin and Your Perfume

Perfume is usually thought of as the final touch before leaving home, something sprayed on the wrists, neck or clothing to create a pleasant scent. But the relationship between fragrance and skin is much more complicated. Your skin can influence how perfume develops, how long it lasts and even whether it causes irritation. Moisture, natural oils, skincare products and the condition of the skin barrier all have a role. That means the same fragrance may smell subtly different from one person to another. It also explains why changing your skincare routine can unexpectedly change the way your favourite perfume performs.