Why Does Perfume Last Longer on Some People Than Others?

Have you ever tried a perfume that lasted 14 hours on a friend, but seemed to vanish on your own skin after 2 hours? The culprit is skin chemistry.

### 1. Skin Type (Oily vs. Dry)
Oily skin naturally retains perfume compounds longer because sebum provides a lipid layer that slows down alcohol and oil evaporation. Dry skin causes fragrance to dissipate into ambient air rapidly.

### 2. Skin pH Levels
Human skin is naturally slightly acidic (pH 4.5–5.5). If your skin tends toward neutral or alkaline due to harsh soaps, it can alter the olfactory balance and degrade top notes faster.