Your Skin's pH: The Secret to Making Your Perfume Last Longer and Smell Better

Did you know that the pH of your skin affects how your perfume smells?

The pH (potential hydrogen content) of our skin is a crucial factor that many people don't know about when it comes to perfumes. At FVF PERFUMES, we want to share this secret with you so you can enjoy your favorite fragrances to the fullest.

What is skin pH?

pH is a scale that measures how acidic or alkaline our skin is, on a scale of 0 to 14. Human skin normally has a pH between 4.5 and 5.5, which is slightly acidic. This natural acidity level acts as a protective barrier against bacteria and other external agents.

How does pH affect your perfume?

More acidic skin (low pH): Perfumes may fade more quickly, reducing their duration. Woody and spicy notes are often more noticeable.

More alkaline skin (high pH): Perfumes tend to last longer because the skin is more hydrated and fixatives adhere better.

Factors that affect your pH:

• Age (young skin tends to be more acidic)
• Hormones (especially during menstruation or pregnancy)
• Diet and hydration
• Personal care products you use
• Climate and humidity
• Stress and exercise

Tips to optimize your perfume according to your pH:

If your skin is very acidic:

• Apply a moisturizer before the perfume
• Try more intense fragrances
• Consider perfumes with citrus notes that complement each other well.

If your skin is more alkaline:

• Apply perfume to moist pulse points
• Use a fragrance-free moisturizer before perfume
  
• Try soft, muted fragrances

Ideal places to apply perfume:

Regardless of your pH, these pulse points are perfect for maximizing duration:

• Dolls
• Behind the ears
• Base of the neck
• Inside of the elbows
• Behind the knees

How to know your pH type?

To determine your pH level, you can use test strips dipped in saliva or urine, or you can observe your skin's reaction to contact with water or cosmetics.

You can also observe the skin's reaction . If it is dry and tight, it indicates a more alkaline pH, which could damage the skin's protective barrier. If it is oily or shiny, it indicates a more acidic pH. If it is balanced, the skin feels good without tightness or excess oil, which indicates a neutral or slightly acidic pH.

You can also test with perfume by spraying the lotion on a piece of paper and then on your skin. If the perfume lasts longer on your skin than on the paper, the pH could be more alkaline. If it fades quickly, your skin may become more acidic.

At FVF PERFUMES, we understand that every skin is unique. That's why we offer a wide range of fragrances, so you can find the one that best suits your natural pH.