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hai friends! ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝♡
this thread is all about cologne and how to pick one, what types exist, and how to actually wear it without overdoing it (｡•ㅅ•｡)
this thread is more for my more masculine friends, i have a perfume guide up for my more feminine friends alr !
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
fragrance families (づ￣ ³￣)づ
fresh / citrus
clean, sporty, feels like a fresh shower. usually has lemon, bergamot, or oceanic notes. really good for daytime and school or work.
woody
earthy and grounding. sandalwood, cedar, vetiver. feels mature and calm, nice for everyday or work vibes.
spicy / oriental
warm and bold. pepper, amber, cinnamon, tobacco. best for colder weather or night time scents!
aromatic
lavender, herbs, classic smell you would probably imagine. feels timeless and masculine.
gourmand
sweet and rich. vanilla, chocolate, tonka bean. very modern and seductive, more for going out than school or work.
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
how to test cologne (´･ᴗ･`)
spray on skin, not just paper because everyones skin can be different and make something smell different aswel. let it sit for 30–60 minutes before judging.
don’t test too many at once or your nose will get confused.
top notes hit first, but base notes last the longest. be patient.
cologne can smell different on everyone because of skin chemistry.
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
application tips (￣︶￣)
less is more. 2 to 4 sprays is usually perfect.
apply to pulse points like neck, wrists, and behind the ears.
don’t rub wrists together, it ruins the scent layers.
moisturized skin holds scent longer so maybe apply some moisturizer before with a similar scent or non scented !
you can spray lightly on clothes too, but avoid delicate fabrics so no clothes get damaged :3
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
day vs night (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧
daytime scents are light, citrusy, aquatic.
nighttime scents are heavier, spicy, woody, sweet.
lots of people rotate colognes depending on season or vibe.
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
signature scent vs collection (｡•ω- ｡)
a signature scent is one fragrance you always wear, people will start to link it with you.
a collection means you switch depending on mood, outfit, or event. both are valid, it’s just preference.
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
oke friends, that’s the basics of cologne.
smelling good is honestly one of the strongest parts of looksmaxxing, it really changes how people see you. people will be more willing to forgive bad features if you smell nice : D
thanks for reading, have a good day ( ˶ˆ꒳ˆ˵ )
remember I love you all and your awesome no matter what
this thread is all about cologne and how to pick one, what types exist, and how to actually wear it without overdoing it (｡•ㅅ•｡)
this thread is more for my more masculine friends, i have a perfume guide up for my more feminine friends alr !
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
fragrance families (づ￣ ³￣)づ
fresh / citrus
clean, sporty, feels like a fresh shower. usually has lemon, bergamot, or oceanic notes. really good for daytime and school or work.
woody
earthy and grounding. sandalwood, cedar, vetiver. feels mature and calm, nice for everyday or work vibes.
spicy / oriental
warm and bold. pepper, amber, cinnamon, tobacco. best for colder weather or night time scents!
aromatic
lavender, herbs, classic smell you would probably imagine. feels timeless and masculine.
gourmand
sweet and rich. vanilla, chocolate, tonka bean. very modern and seductive, more for going out than school or work.
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
how to test cologne (´･ᴗ･`)
spray on skin, not just paper because everyones skin can be different and make something smell different aswel. let it sit for 30–60 minutes before judging.
don’t test too many at once or your nose will get confused.
top notes hit first, but base notes last the longest. be patient.
cologne can smell different on everyone because of skin chemistry.
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
application tips (￣︶￣)
less is more. 2 to 4 sprays is usually perfect.
apply to pulse points like neck, wrists, and behind the ears.
don’t rub wrists together, it ruins the scent layers.
moisturized skin holds scent longer so maybe apply some moisturizer before with a similar scent or non scented !
you can spray lightly on clothes too, but avoid delicate fabrics so no clothes get damaged :3
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
day vs night (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧
daytime scents are light, citrusy, aquatic.
nighttime scents are heavier, spicy, woody, sweet.
lots of people rotate colognes depending on season or vibe.
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
signature scent vs collection (｡•ω- ｡)
a signature scent is one fragrance you always wear, people will start to link it with you.
a collection means you switch depending on mood, outfit, or event. both are valid, it’s just preference.
⏔⏔⏔ ꒰ ᧔ෆ᧓ ꒱ ⏔⏔⏔
oke friends, that’s the basics of cologne.
smelling good is honestly one of the strongest parts of looksmaxxing, it really changes how people see you. people will be more willing to forgive bad features if you smell nice : D
thanks for reading, have a good day ( ˶ˆ꒳ˆ˵ )
remember I love you all and your awesome no matter what
