There are different scents available to suit individual tastes, with varying concentrations. Some last for several hours or several days, depending on the ingredients in their composition. Perfumes are composed of water, alcohol, and essential oils.
The higher the percentage of essential oil, the stronger the fragrance's durability and longevity. The lower the percentage, the less durable it is, and therefore, the scent will last for a shorter period.
The concentration of the perfume is usually found under the brand name on the packaging. This concentration indicates the strength of the fragrance.
Perfumes are divided into main types based on concentration:
Parfum is considered the highest and most concentrated category of perfumes, with the percentage of essential oil ranging from 20% to 40%. These perfumes last for more than eight hours, making them among the most expensive. This category is used in most perfume products, especially oriental spray perfumes and distinctive French perfumes.
Eau de Parfum
The concentration of essential oil ranges from 15% to 20%, and the fragrance lasts for about five hours. Suitable for fall and winter, its fragrances are characterized by their longevity. Calm
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Eua de Toilette
The fragrance concentration ranges from 5% to 15%. It is considered a calming scent and lasts for about 3 hours. It is used in the summer and spring. It is light and less expensive.
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Eau de Cologne
The fragrance concentration ranges from 2% to 5%. It lasts for two hours and is suitable for the summer. It does not last quickly as the fragrance evaporates. It is considered one of the cheapest types of perfumes.
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Eau de Fraiche
The fragrance concentration ranges from 1% to 3%. It lasts for less than two hours and is considered one of the cheapest types of perfumes.