Archive for March 6th, 2010
In these hard economic times I believe anything that we, as women, can do to save a little money is well worth the effort. After doing some research I have found some very useful tips on how to preserve your women’s perfume so you may not have to throw it out, like I have done before, and end up buying more because of the loss in it’s potency.
The fragrance compounds in perfumes will degrade and breakdown if they are not stored properly. Store your fragrances away from heat and where they will not be exposed to light, 37-45 degrees Fahrenheit is best, possibly in a refrigerated area. When not in use the should also be kept in their original packaging. Since it is difficult to completely remove oxygen from the head space, opting for spray dispensers is always best to minimize oxygen exposure. Sprays also isolate the fragrance inside the bottle, therefore, preventing it from mixing with dust and skin which will degrade and alter the quality of the perfume.
Three things your women’s perfumes should not come in contact with, or at least at a bare minimum is light, heat and oxygen. If you follow these simple steps an opened bottle will keep its aroma intact for several years.