From laundry detergents designed to boost scents to super-powered extrait versions of popular perfumes, to slow-release molecule technology, beauty companies are innovating to extend the performance of scents. Longevity is the number one priority for most perfume lovers these days. The most basic way to achieve this end is with moisturized skin. Notes MarieAnna Ferdinand, EVP Fragrance Development of Tru Fragrance and Beauty,
“I love layering difference product formats to create a fragrance signature that lasts all day. Perfumes and colognes tend to last longer on oily or well moisturized skin. The emollients provide a foundation or base for the fragrance molecules to adhere to. On the other hand, dry skin tends to absorb the fragrance.”
Great formats to use include oils, butters and hand creams; especially necessary during the winter months when skin tends to dry out quickly. The following are some of the best.
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This is a great universal scent that has a lovely bergamot opening and a resinous vanilla amber base. The cream features ceramides and snow mushroom to lock in moisture.
The Musk collection has inspired a fervent fan base since its launch in the 2os. This distinctive blend of bergamot nectar, orange blossom and musk imparts a warmth and sexiness to any scent but particularly to those that have ambers or resins in the base notes. Skin stays smooth thanks to apricot kernel and sesame oil.
By Rosie Jane Rosie Every Day Body Milk
Natural fragrances are notorious for poor longevity, this body milk featuring organic cucumber hydrosol to tone and tighten as well as sunflower oil to moisturize. The musky rose scent pairs well with any rose, yellow or white floral perfume.
Le Labo’s iconic Santal 33 needs no introduction but the brand’s body care offerings are also worth sampling. This thick body cream formulated with a blend of avocado oil and shea butter is the ideal salve for dry winter skin. The addictive scent of hinoki trees is inspired by the Buddhist temples of Mount Koya in Japan and is ideal for amplifying your favorite woody scents.
Nécessaire The Body Lotion Olibanum
Nécessaire was one of the first body care brands to encourage treating the skin below your neck with the same care as your complexion. This daily firming lotion features five peptides and 2.5% niacinamide for maximum moisture. The fragrance pairs pure Olibanum (frankincence) oil with vanilla, fig leaf and cassis buds and is a great partner to woody, incense or green vanilla fragrances.
Cyklar Sacred Santal Lotion (see above)
This alluring amber-based lotion is great for adding warmth to your fresh or fruity perfumes. The formula feels rich and indulgent and features unique ingredients like banana flower extract which is naturally rich in probiotics and antioxidants. The sleek chocolate-brown packaging also looks great in your shower.
This addictive and affordable option is TikTok viral for a reason. You can pick this up at your local pharmacy but the scent this affordable option delivers feels much more expensive. The shea butter-based lotion evokes the feel of fresh clean sheets with notes of black current and sheer musk. It pairs well with nearly all perfumes and body mists.
Another elevated laundry scent sure to add a hint of coziness and freshness to any fragrance with sparkling aldehydes and fresh peony. Byredo’s body butter format feels luxurious but never heavy.
Brown Sugar Babe Marry Me Body Oil
All Brown Sugar Babe body oils feature five key organic oils that blend seamlessly into skin including avocado, grapeseed, castor, olive and sweet almond. The texture is extremely light but delivers a silky base for perfume application. This particular scent features nectarine, praline and sandalwood and pairs well with fruity ambers and patchoulis like Kayali’s Wedding Silk Santal. The brand has an eclectic catalogue of offerings sure to enhance any scent profile.
Diptyque Eau Rose Perfumed Hand Cream
Hand creams are great on-the-go fragrance toppers. Diptyque’s body care range is known for being strongly-scented as well as meticulously crafted. This rich balm features both damascena and centifolia rose plus a litchi accord perfect for enhancing your favorite florals.
L’Occitane Almond Milk Concentrate
The L’Occitane range features almonds from Provence supporting local farmers and sustainable agriculture. The addictive yet lightly sweet scent pairs well with most any fragrance and the velvety texture helps dry patches disappear.
The Iso E Super molecule is unparalleled at heightening longevity and creating noticeable sillage by acting as a sort of fixative for perfume. This lotion not only includes this magical ingredient but also spicy pink pepper, the zesty freshness of lime, and a hint of subtle balsamic notes perfect for enhancing your-skin-but-better scents.
