Is it difficult to get confused ordinary man in such names as perfume, eau de toilette, eau de cologne Perfume and cologne: What's the difference? , Perfume? When a new fragrance is very useful to know and take into account the difference between these terms in order to, in certain situations to meet certain smell.

There are many varieties of perfume, but they are divided into several categories, depending on the concentration.

• Eau de cologne

This is the least concentrated of all kinds of perfume. The concentration of aromatic essences therein - about 7%; and alcohol content - 60-70%. Cologne is very refreshing in hot weather and because the smell quickly disappears, it can be applied to the skin often. It is often sold in large bottles up to 200 ml.

• Eau de Toilette

Toilet water comprises up to 10% of the aromatic essence. Its aroma is dominated by top notes - those that are felt when applied first. The smell disappears fairly quickly. Colognes and eau de toilette - the best-selling types of perfume; they are particularly well suited for use in the warmer months.

• Perfume

Once the top note of flavor weathered, begin to differ, central, or heart notes of smell. It is the most strong in the perfumed water, so it is best suited for application to clothing or hair (but you have to be careful with delicate fabrics, such as silk Silk - a legacy of the Yellow Emperor   Eau water can leave spots). The concentration of essential oils is greater than 15%, sometimes reaching 20%. Perfume is more resistant than the eau de toilette, and is usually sold in bottles of a small size.

• Spirits

It is the most expensive kind of perfume. They are the most beautiful fragrance, as are a whole symphony, composed of top, heart and base notes. This is ensured by the high concentration of essential oils - up to 40% of the total (average concentration - just over 25%). Perfume is applied directly to the skin, in the places where detectable pulse - the inner side of the wrist, the skin behind the ears, neck. If you use perfume, it is important to remember moderation - just a very small number of them, for a long time to "wear" the smell for yourself.

Eau de toilette homemade

Prepare tualentnuyu water can be in the home. The most important thing - to know about the properties of the ingredients used, patience and all necessary materials and be very careful about the accuracy of dosing.

Romantic and sensual fragrance (love potion)

Ingredients

• 3 drops of essential oil of sandalwood (calming and acts as an aphrodisiac);
• 2 drops of essential oil of vanilla Vanilla: sweet tenderness   (has aphrodisiac properties);
• 3 drops of essential oil of cedar wood (relaxes and acts as an aphrodisiac);
• 15 drops of essential oil of bergamot (uplifting, invigorating);
• 200 ml of ethyl alcohol or vodka.

Cooking

• Pour alcohol or vodka in a bottle with a spray and a tight lid;
• Add the essential oils and how to shake the bottle;
• Put the bottle in a cool dark place and let it brew for toilet water for a week before use.
• For best results, apply the toilet water to those areas where detectable pulse.

The soothing and exotic flavor (the whisper of rain)

Ingredients

• 2 cups of distilled water;
• 3 tablespoons vodka or ethyl alcohol;
• 5 drops of essential oil of sandalwood;
• 10 drops of essential oil of bergamot;
• 10 drops of essential oil of black currant (refreshes and invigorates).

Cooking

• Pour the water and vodka or alcohol into the bottle sprayer or a simple jar with a tight-fitting lid, add the oils and shake well.
• Before using the toilet let the water stand for at least one night. Then use as a normal toilet water.

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