How to start with perfume?
So hello guys I have been flirting with getting into perfume for a while now but never got into it. Actually I did blind buy two perfumes I didn't like actually :xd:
What is a good way to start on fragrance?
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samples/small testers
lots of them
use it to find out what you like to wear then commit to big bottles
are you near any stores or boutiques where you could try things in person?
I could always go into a mall
How do I get samples? Physical stores?
you can order samples online too
but if you're really new i'd recommend going to a mall or sephora or something and figuring out what scents you like before ordering anything
you probably shouldnt start getting into samples/stuff not sold at malls until you really know what you want/like
Near me there are probably more specialized perfume shops (it's a city) but in a mall generally I see the cosmetic imports brand which would have the most famous international brands and also some generic national perfume shops but from what I tried I didn't like them very much, they were very generic
worth checking out those specialized shops then- if it's a good shop you can talk to the people there and they can help you out too
We have a very popular perfume in Brazil so it seems everything that "low tier" is either copying it with a small twist or trying to rip-off international brands
I'll look to see if there are any in the city but I believe yes
Oh I already know where the Sephora is so guess I'll first stop it thank you again
great, have fun 👍
yeah best is to just go try stuff in store. I did find the following article useful to put some structure around things because it can be overwhelming to see the amount of scents out there: https://basenotes.com/features/the-top-ten-male-designer-fragrances-every-beginner-should-sample/
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The Top Ten Male Designer Fragrances Every Beginner Should Sample ...
Claire Vukcevic takes us by the hand and shows us the ten men's designer fragrances every beginner should sample.
I remember trying Toy Boy Moschino (the one with the black bear bottle) in 2021 and really liking it but I didn't buy it
I remember not understanding perfumes as a teen until I was bored in the imports shop and tried out that one and I was like "oh I get it now"
I think I should retry that one and buy if I still like it