Fragrance Guide

What are the different types of perfume?

From eau de cologne to pure parfum, the concentration of fragrance oils decides the name on the bottle, and how long it lingers on skin.

Extrait / Pure Parfum
20 to 40% oils
Lasts approx.
12 hours
Parfum
15 to 20% oils
Lasts approx.
8 hours
Eau de Parfum
10 to 15% oils
Lasts approx.
5 to 8 hours
Eau de Toilette
5 to 10% oils
Lasts approx.
3 to 6 hours
Eau de Cologne
2 to 4% oils
Lasts approx.
2 to 3 hours
Concentrations are approximate and vary by house
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