Classification and different types of perfumery products

Products of modern perfumery are produced in different types and for various purposes. They can be liquid, solid and powdery.

The main products of perfumery are perfumes, colognes, eau de parfum and eau de toilette.

Perfume (Parfum)

Perfume is a mixture of extracts dissolved in alcohol with the addition of a fixative of animal origin. Perfume contains 15 -22% perfume composition, which is dissolved in 90% alcohol. Into the mix fragrant oils includes the most expensive flower and plant essences, the share of odorous oils is 20 - 40%, sometimes even higher. This mixture, the most concentrated, is called Parfum by the French, and Parfume by the British. Most often, perfumes are produced in small bottles with a capacity of 7 ml or 15 ml. The perfume bottles are exclusive, some are a work of art. Therefore, it is not surprising that these are the most expensive perfumery products. Persistence of perfume 5 - 10 hours, maybe more.

Eau de Parfum

Today the most popular and demanded type of perfumery products. If perfumes are indisputably in the first place in strength, then eau de parfum is the second. The share of odorous concentrate is 15-25%. The perfume composition contains 12-13% of aromatic raw materials in 90% alcohol. Eau de parfum is sometimes called daytime perfume and is less persistent than perfume. On average, the smell lasts 4 - 5 hours, on clothes much longer. Clothes should be applied with care, for example silk and jewelry should not be applied.
Eau de parfum is sold, as a rule, in a spray - a spray bottle, which is very convenient - both for transportation and for use.

Eau de Toilette

In eau de toilette, the concentration of odorous substances is from 8-10% to 20% in 85% alcohol. This is a lighter type of perfumery. It is suitable for use during the day and during the hot season, as well as for work. Perfumery products for men are most often represented by eau de toilette, and the concentration of the fragrant mixture in it is slightly lower - from 6 to 12%. The share of light, refreshing ingredients is slightly higher than the share of warm and persistent ones. Eau de toilette keeps
2 - 3 hours. Eau de toilette is consumed more during the day than perfumery, but many are satisfied with this, since the price is more affordable and a variety of containers: 30,50,75,100ml.
Eau de toilette is sold most often in the form of sprays.

Cologne (Eau de Cologne)

This is the least concentrated product - 3 - 5% extract in 70 - 80% alcohol. Eau de Cologne is more often indicated on perfume bottles for men. However, in general perfumery products, the Eau de Cologne designation is also found for a refreshing liquid with a slight citrus effect. But the type of perfume made in the USA with the designation cologne is equal to eau de parfum.

Refreshing water - sports water - L'Eau Fraiche, Eau de Sport

This type of perfumery contains 1-3% perfume composition in 70-80% alcohol. This perfume is most often with a citrus scent, light, transparent, airy, filled with a scent of freshness.

Deodorant

This type of perfume is used as a means of hygiene, but it is used not only for its intended purpose, but also as an aromatic agent. Deo Parfum has both aromatic and refreshing effects.

Shaving lotion

The concentration of odoriferous substances is quite low 2 - 4%. It is best to use such a perfume product as a hygiene product with the perfume of the same name. Aftershave contains, in addition to aromatic raw materials, various therapeutic and prophylactic components that moisturize, soften the skin, and prevent irritation.

Dry perfume (sachet)

Perfume - sachets are intended for scenting linen.These are sachets made of cloth or paper, in which the plant mass: rose petals, lavender, crushed iris root, etc. The sachets are transferred when storing in the closet linen, which retains the smell of plants. Sasha used to be used not only for linen, but was placed in pillows or hung on the bed to the headboard in order to have a pleasant, even sleep, so that insomnia did not torment, and the nervous system calmed down.

Smoking essence

The essence is an alcoholic solution of fragrant substances. A few drops of such a liquid, poured onto a heated metal surface, is enough for the emitted aromatic vapors to surround you with their fragrance and create an atmosphere of comfort, freshness and pleasure in your home.

Smoking paper

Strips of paper impregnated with a solution of fragrant substances also serve to flavor rooms. Frankincense, myrrh and other resins are often used here. These stripes are held over the fire, and the atmosphere is fragrant and soothing.

Body lotion

It is also a related product for perfumery or eau de toilette. The lotion contains oils and emulsifiers that tightly coalesce and envelop the skin. It is usually used after a bath.

Bath oil

The oil is added to the bath. Used as aromatherapy. The scent is much more intense than the lotion.

These were the main types of perfumery products. And the next publication will tell you how you can save on perfume purchases.