We all want to smell amazing all the time – but the secret to achieving a fresh, long-lasting scent lies in choosing the right kind of perfume for your day. If you’ve been on the hunt for a new signature scent, you’ll know that deciphering the difference in fragrance types can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry, you don’t need to be a fragrance expert to navigate the eau de parfum vs eau de toilette debate or decide between body mist vs perfume.
Whether you’re curious about the types of fragrances or simply trying to find your next signature scent, we’re breaking down all the essential details to help you make the perfect choice.
What Are The Different Perfume Types?
With so many fragrance types out there, choosing the right one can feel like a guessing game. Here’s a quick guide to help you pick your perfect scent match for every occasion:
• Body mists – Light and refreshing, body mists have a lower concentration of fragrance oils, making them perfect for a subtle scent that can be topped up throughout the day. They typically last a few hours and are perfect for casual wear or layering with other scents.
• Eau de toilettes – A popular choice for everyday wear, eau de toilettes have a higher concentration of fragrance than body mists but are still lighter than eau de parfums. They usually last around 3-6 hours and offer a fresh, noticeable scent without being overpowering.
• Eau de parfums – More intense and longer-lasting than eau de toilettes, eau de parfums contain a higher percentage of fragrance oils, giving them better longevity – typically 6-8 hours or more. They provide a rich, full-bodied scent and are great for special occasions or when you want to leave a lasting impression.
What is Eau de Parfum?
Ever wondered what is eau de parfum or which is stronger, eau de parfum or eau de toilette? French perfume classifications indicate fragrance strength, with eau de parfum containing around 20% fragrance oil – stronger than eau de toilette (15%) and eau de cologne (under 15%). For the longest-lasting scent, apply eau de parfum to pulse points like your wrists, neck, and behind your ears.
For a delicious, irresistibly sweet fragrance, try KAYALI’s Yum Boujee Marshmallow 81 Eau de Parfum. With marshmallow, strawberry, vanilla, and pink musk, this mouthwatering scent smells good enough to eat.
What is an Eau de Toilette?
So, what is an eau de toilette? Simply put, it’s a less concentrated version of eau de parfum – but significantly more concentrated than a body mist or perfume spray. We love an eau de toilette for a middle ground between pricier eau de parfums and an everyday mist.
These are our top eau de toilette picks…
Eau de Parfum Vs Eau De Toilette: What Are the Differences?
Generally, an eau de parfum will provide a richer, denser scent which is down to its concentrated composition, whereas an eau de toilette will be fresher and lighter. You may have noticed that eau de parfum is usually more expensive than other types of perfume – and the price difference is because there’s more perfume oil within an eau de parfum formula.
Although every perfume will react with your individual body chemistry differently (which is why the same scent can smell different on you and your friend), you’ll usually find that an eau de parfum develops into a heady, opulent scent on your skin. But an eau de toilette will remain the same density from the first spritz.
What is a Perfume or Body Mist?
Perfume mist, body mist, perfume spray, and body spray are all labels used to describe fragrances with a lighter formula than eau de parfums and eau de toilettes. The difference between body mists and perfume lies in their different strengths of perfume oil. Mists have a more subtle scent than those highly concentrated formulas, and are usually best used as a refreshing scent top up throughout the day.
Whilst many fragrance fans have experienced reluctance to switch from their beloved, tried-and-tested eau de parfums in favour of a body mist, there are actually a number of benefits to using a body mist. To keep topping up your fragrance with an expensive perfume throughout the day would become very spenny, very quickly, if you spritz anything like us. A body mist provides the perfect scent top up, without costing the earth, and allows you to experiment with different scents without making a big investment, first.
These are just some of our favourite perfume and body mists…
