Eau de parfum, eau de toilette, cologne… What is the real difference?

The term “FRAGRANCE” comes from the word “FRAGRANT” that stands for “a pleasant, sweet scent”.

A fragrance is associated to a perfume, an eau de parfum, an eau de cologne…

So, what’s the real difference between these terms that justifies the price difference between one another, beyond the brand or the design of the bottle?


In the words of experts, there are no absolutes distinguishing an expensive perfume from a cheap one because so much of what we find appealing about a fragrance is usually linked to memories that we associate with it.


Another popular misconception is who wears what? 

One of the effects of modern marketing is the label “for men” and “for women”. In the fragrance market, associating that perfumes are for women and colognes for men.

Let's see the main differences between five types of fragrances, because finding the right concentration is just as important as choosing the perfect scent:

PERFUME CONCENTRATION

Image from: Quora

PERFUME

(contains between 20-30% of oil concentration that makes it last up to 8 hours)


Perfumes have the highest fragrance concentration (more than 20% oil concentration), this means that it is likely to be noticeable and last all day. As a consequence, perfume will also demand the highest price. Moreover, people with sensitive skin may do better with perfumes as they have far less alcohol and therefore are not as likely to dry out the skin.

EAU DE PARFUM

 (contains between 15-20% of oil concentration)


This is the next highest fragrance concentration. On average, you can get a solid four to five hours of your fragrance working and still containing a very low amount of alcohol to guarantee skin tolerance. Eau de parfums are made to last on the skin without giving people next to you a headache, or transferring onto someone else’s neck after a hug. These are the most common fragrance category. The scent will be prominent from morning to evening, and should still be detectable when you undress at night. In CARNER BARCELONA, we work with the best professionals worldwide to create the most exquisite collection of eau de parfums. With each bottle our aim is to deliver an emotion, a story that evokes the essence of our city, Barcelona.


EAU DE COLOGNE

(contains between 2-4% of oil concentration)


With a much lower fragrance concentration (about 2% to 4%) and a high alcohol content, the eau the cologne is considerably cheaper than those above. It generally lasts for up to two hours. These type of fragrance is referred to a traditional recipe that used herb and citrus notes with little anchoring with base notes. Eau de cologne usually comes in bigger bottles as more of this fragrance needs to be worn along the day.

EAU DE FRAICHE

(contains between 1-3% of oil concentration)


This last fragrance is quite similar to the previous one, in that the scent will last for up to two hours. However, it has an even lower fragrance concentration of only 1% to 3%. The main difference is that eau fraiche does not contain a high amount of alcohol. Eau fraiche is mostly water so this is also good for those with sensitive skin.

EAU DE TOILETTE

(contains between 5-15% of oil concentration)


This is one of the most popular type of fragrances, with a concentration of between 5% to 15%, it is cheaper than the eau de parfum. It will normally last two to three hours. Did you know that the term eau de toilette came from the French term “faire sa toilette” which means getting ready?

On a final note, along with fragrance types it is important to know that there are also fragrance notes which determine the final scent.

← Older Post Newer Post →

Comments

  • Hire a Hacker / Crypto Recovery Company to Recover Lost or Stolen Crypto Assets

    I want to take a moment to share my experience with ALPHA RECOVERY EXPERTS. After falling victim to an investment scam and losing $265,000 of my life savings, I felt completely helpless and devastated. Fortunately, I found Alpha Recovery Experts, who stepped in and handled my case with professionalism and dedication.
    They worked tirelessly to understand my situation and were consistent in their communication. Thanks to their efforts, I was able to reclaim my stolen assets, which has given me a renewed sense of security and hope. I can’t thank them enough for their support during such a difficult time. If anyone is in a similar situation, I highly recommend reaching out to ALPHA RECOVERY EXPERTS for help.

    Contact: Website: alpharecoveryexpert.com
    Email: (info@alpharecoveryexpert. com)
    WhatsaPp: (+44 7457 424681)

    Felicity Coleman on
  • To you reading this, Dr isikolo is very powerful and transparent in helping anyone and everyone.  When my wife left with my son, I was unable to make her return home because indeed I didn’t know all that happened was deeper than I knew.  Months passed and I kept trying till I contacted Dr Isikolo who fixed the problem and ensured the love and connection between us was restored. Unknown to me a man out there was hypnotizing my wife and manipulating her to ensure she divorces me and forever forgets about me. I loved her too much to see her being ruined by someone else. I am glad I contacted Dr Isikolo and he gave his best services and now, my wife and I are happy together and I pray it remains so forever. Email him: isikolosolutionhome@gmail.com or reach him on WhatsApp text on +2348133261196

    Nelson Bradshaw on
  • I have never believed in spiritual powers all my life because I grew up in a family surrounded by Atheists, I play the lottery for fun, my parents are wealthy people so I was born into a rich Family. I live in Las Vegas where gambling is on the rise. I play the casino and other games, including the lottery. Sometime last year I met someone who introduced me to a spiritual doc who specialized in helping one win gambles, the first sequence of numbers I was given won me over Two Million Dollars. This man is gifted with spiritual powers. contact him Via
    Email: droniha16@gmail.com
    CALL/Whatsapp number: +16692213962
    Website: http://onihaspells.com

    Connor Greg on
  • I have never believed in spiritual powers all my life because I grew up in a family surrounded by Atheists, I play the lottery for fun, my parents are wealthy people so I was born into a rich Family. I live in Las Vegas where gambling is on the rise. I play the casino and other games, including the lottery. Sometime last year I met someone who introduced me to a spiritual doc who specialized in helping one win gambles, the first sequence of numbers I was given won me over Two Million Dollars. This man is gifted with spiritual powers. contact him Via
    Email: droniha16@gmail.com
    CALL/Whatsapp number: +16692213962
    Website: http://onihaspells.com

    Connor Greg on
  • I am here to testify how a great man called Dr Ahonsie helped me out with herbs and roots which he prepared for me in order to cure herpes. I takes his product (cure) for (14) days before I am to known I was totally cure out of it, and i promised him that i will testify my healing to the whole world about how he cured me which I am very happy I am doing now, Dr Ahonsie also cure all kinds of diseases , HEPATITIS, A,B,C , CANCER, DIABETICS , FIBROID, ALS ,and so much more , please you can get him contacted on his his whatsapp +2348039482367 or drahonsie00@gmai.com He can also cure following virus
    (1).Herpes
    (2).Cancer
    (3).Hepatitis
    (4).Hiv/aids
    (5).get your ex back
    (6).Fibroid
    (7) HPV

    Antoine D. Brust on
  • I am here to testify how a great man called Dr Ahonsie helped me out with herbs and roots which he prepared for me in order to cure herpes. I takes his product (cure) for (14) days before I am to known I was totally cure out of it, and i promised him that i will testify my healing to the whole world about how he cured me which I am very happy I am doing now, Dr Ahonsie also cure all kinds of diseases , HEPATITIS, A,B,C , CANCER, DIABETICS , FIBROID, ALS ,and so much more , please you can get him contacted on his his whatsapp +2348039482367 or drahonsie00@gmai.com He can also cure following virus
    (1).Herpes
    (2).Cancer
    (3).Hepatitis
    (4).Hiv/aids
    (5).get your ex back
    (6).Fibroid
    (7) HPV

    Antoine D. Brust on
  • Winning the lottery was part of my dreams, I tried so hard to win big but all to no avail, until I came across Dr Uyi online who made my dreams come through and made me win $16.7 million Euro. I was a logistics manager who lives in Lancaster, S.C. and works about an hour’s drive away, in Charlotte, N.C., I stopped at a store to buy a scratch-off lottery ticket during my lunch break, because Dr Uyi gave me all the assurance that the numbers are not going to fail after I did all he asked me to do. Dr Uyi is a powerful Dr that is on a mission to eradicate poverty from people’s lives and i have confirmed that by winning $16.7 million Euro with the numbers he provided for me, it is my promise to tell the world about my experience with Dr Uyi and that’s what I’m doing now, you can win the lottery fast with the help of Dr Uyi he is tested and trusted Email: drzukalottospelltemple@gmail.com OR WhatsApp on +17174154115

    Susan Jessica on
  • I am here to testify how a great man called Dr Ahonsie helped me out with herbs and roots which he prepared for me in order to cure herpes. I takes his product (cure) for (14) days before I am to known I was totally cure out of it, and i promised him that i will testify my healing to the whole world about how he cured me which I am very happy I am doing now, Dr Ahonsie also cure all kinds of diseases , HEPATITIS, A,B,C , CANCER, DIABETICS , FIBROID, ALS ,and so much more , please you can get him contacted on his his whatsapp +2348039482367 or drahonsie00@gmai.com He can also cure following virus
    (1).Herpes
    (2).Cancer
    (3).Hepatitis
    (4).Hiv/aids
    (5).get your ex back
    (6).Fibroid
    (7) HPV

    Antoine D. Brust on
  • I want to use this medium to thank Priest Ade for saving my marriage last month my husband filed for a divorce which really affected our family our marriage of 8 years was crashing and i didn’t know what to do so i saw Priest Ade’s WhatsApp online i reached out to him he assured me 24hours my husband will come to his senses i did all he asked me to do to my greatest surprise my husband came back home apologizing thank you so much i promise he can help you too email: ancientspiritspellcast@gmail.com    WhatsApp: +2347045400361Website:ancientspellcast.wordpress.com                                                                                  

    Susan on
  • I am Anita Williams, When I eventually found testimonies about this spell caster Dr.godfatherspellcaster, how he helped many people to get their lovers and broken homes back, i contacted him through his email address drgodfatherspellcaster1@gmail.com because I was absolutely desperate to get my partner back. Life without my partner was a real mess for me and my children. i wanted a dramatic change and I thought magic could be the solution. After discussing the resolution with Dr GODFATHER , he gave me hope that he will restore my marriage. I felt confident that he will actually make my partner to return home and he did! It’s fantastic what this great spell caster have done for me, his help is priceless! I don’t know what I would have done without Dr. GODFATHER ,he does his job so well he is organized and highly functional, i believe he is the best spell caster i can count on when it comes to all kinds of spell, I was floored that his spells worked, if you need help, contact him on  Drgodfatherspellcaster1@gmail.com or whatsapp +2347062606817

    HE FIX THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS TO ALL ACROSS THE GLOBE ON:
    1. Getting your lover or husband back
    2. Spiritual bulletproof
    3. Training
    4. Money spell
    5. Long life spell
    6. Prosperity spell
    7. Protection spell
    8. Get a job spell
    9. Becoming a manager spell
    10. Get a huge loan without paying any fee spell
    11. Getting your scam money back
    12. Child spell
    13. Pregnancy spell
    14. Freedom spell
    15. Love spell
    16, vanishing spell
    17. Invisible human spell
    18. Success or pass spell
    19. Marriage spell
    20. Avenging spell
    21. Popularity spell
    22. Killing spell
    23. Cancer spell
    24. Supernatural power spell
    25. Madness spell
    26. Free house loan spell
    27. Production spell of films and movie
    28. Hiv/aids spell
    29. Tuberculosis spell
    30. Loose weight and body spell

    Anita Aigbodion on

  • ​
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • 40
  • ​

Leave a comment