Experts pitch in on the best ways to keep your perfume fresh, especially during hot summer months.
Unfortunately, perfumes don’t come with instructions or care directions.
So, what are the best ways to store your fragrance and keep it fresh?
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Perfume Degradation
Perfume degradation starts the moment you pop swing open the box.
This method protects perfume from its three main aggressors: heat, light, and humidity.
The Trick to Make Perfume Last Longer?
Store It in the Fridge
Ultimately, both experts recommend the fridge for storing fragrances.
The freezer is surely on the extreme end of the spectrum, but it isn’t an invalid option.
“There is a lot of debate around this topic,” says Valadez.
“Will it help preserve your fragrance?
But is it necessary?
Like food, the best way to judge if a fragrance is past its prime is by observing it.
