The festive season is nothing short of joyous. There are melt-in-your-mouth mithais and even sweeter moments with your loved ones. But did you know your fragrance can boost your happiness quotient too? Yes, you read that right. While manifesting lots of happiness can work, so can fresh, citrus scents – these compositions can help boost serotonin, your happy hormone, and reduce norepinephrine, the stress hormone. Plus, they smell incredible, last long and feel ultra fresh, so what more could you want?
The key to extra happiness this Diwali is literally right under your nose.
Take some notes
When choosing a fragrance, you can either pick a composition that pairs two or more distinct fragrance families together, or one that is a purely fresh or citrus fragrance. In either case, keep an eye out for these notes that will bring a smile to your face.
Orange: Pure, sweet citrus with an edge of bitterness
Mandarin: Bright, green, and sweet
Lemon: Tangy and sour with a sweet undertone
Lime: Light, sweet, and juicy
Bergamot: Tart, bitter and green
Grapefruit: Bitter and sweet yet refreshing
Make it last
We know that making your fragrance last all day long can feel like a total struggle. But all you need to do is make the right choice – case in point, pick eau de parfums over eau de toilettes. With up to 20-25% fragrance oil concentrate, eau de parfums are known to last longer. Be on the lookout for floral notes like jasmine and tuberose in the composition as well, as they can help avoid your fragrance from playing a total disappearing act.
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