Perfume highlights one`s individuality. However, Perfume shopping can not be that easy. Once you know the smell that suits your personality, it will be easy to buy the right perfume. Remember that perfume should be selected keeping in mind the image, personality and lifestyle of an individual.

It is not difficult to buy your favourite perfume, but sometimes it is charming to try some new fragrances in perfumes and select the next favourite one. In such scenario shopping the right perfume needs some simple but useful efforts.

Avoid wearing perfume while purchasing another one:
If you are using a perfume with particular fragrance while shopping for another with a different fragrance, you will be perplexed with both the smells and may not be able to detect the real smell. The new perfume may smell different afterwards and can lead you to disappointment.

It is advisable to avoid spicy food just before buying your perfume as it can reduce the ability of your nose to distinguish the fragrances. Some people even recommend giving proper rest to your nose before purchasing perfumes.

Try out the perfume:

It is important to remember that the same perfume may smell different on different persons because the smell depends on how it reacts to one`s body. Individual body chemistry is the prime consideration while choosing perfumes. So, don`t go for the perfume that smells enticing on another person. Try the perfume on your pulse point before purchasing it.

Take a little time to decide:

You may not be able to select the right perfume by smelling it or after applying it on the body. You can feel the real fragrance of a perfume after its reaction with your skin. So give yourself at least 10 minutes to decide after trying it out on your skin. Again, every perfume smells strong just after applying; it is after sometime that you can feel the real fragrance. So be patience.

Try several types of perfumes:

Selecting the best perfume in first attempt may not be possible every time. There is no harm in trying several brands and types. But be careful, if you are using more than three types of perfume at a time, you will be confused of the smells and won`t be able to distinguish.

Choose your perfumes according to season and occasion:

While purchasing perfumes consider the season when you are using it. The intensity of perfume reduces in cold weather. So, wearing stronger scents in winter is a better idea. Choose lighter scents for summer. Perfumes with heavier and stronger smells are for evening and special occasion. But be careful, the strong smell should not irritate you and people around you.

While purchasing perfume to gift:

Buying perfume as a gift is a risky task. If you want to pick up a perfume to gift someone, it is better to ask the recipient about his or her preferred brand.

Some other tips:

Rubbing the wrists while testing perfumes reduces the effect, so avoid it. If you are going to test a new perfume, try it on a small and single area, because you don`t know if there is allergy to any of its components. Avoid using perfume to your clothing and jewelry, it may leave stains. Don`t hesitate to experiment, try out some new fragrances. If you are a nature lover you can select some scents with the fragrances of flowers or fruits.

Irrespective of gender, perfume is as important as clothing, jewelry and makeup. A wrong decision in selecting perfume may mess up your individuality. Don`t ignore any single tip that will help you get the perfume that best suits you.