- By Bornika Das
- Wed, 26 Mar 2025 01:27 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
International Fragrance Day 2025: To celebrate the art and science of perfumery, International Fragrance Day is celebrated on March 21. The day also encourages appreciation for fragrances and acknowledges their role in everyday life and emotional experiences. International Fragrance Day 2025 falls on Friday, that is, March 21. Perfumes are an essential part of the vanity in most people’s lives. They stand as a statement, a mood lifter and an essential part of self-expression. At the beginning of the summer season, people try to find the best perfume that suits their personality. The perfumes only makes people smell good but also keep them fresh in the hotter months.
Fragrances played a major role throughout history where royalty flaunted it, perfume industries showed growth, and evoked strong memories and emotions in people, connecting them to their past experiences. People indulge in using perfumes, especially in the summer season to feel fresh and smell good. However choosing the ideal perfume that suits one’s personality becomes a difficult task. With some tips and tricks, you can choose the perfect perfume for the hotter months and take a look at the best summer fragrances to elevate your aroma game.
Tips To Choose Ideal Summer Scents
Favourite Fragrance
The first and foremost tip to choosing the ideal summer scent is to believe your favourite fragrances. You’ll definitely love to carry a fragrance throughout the day that will evoke a good memory from your past which will eventually lift your mood irrespective of location.
Concentration And Where To Wear Them
People often get confused about the concentration of fragrance oil in perfume and where to wear them. For the summer season, it is better to choose Eau De Parfum (EDP) as they have a lesser concentration of oil between 8-15 percent which gives an airy and lightweight effect. The EDP containing 15-30 percent fragrance oil concentration would make it heavy for warm weather. Thus, pick perfumes depending upon these concentration oils based on functionality. While a light EDP is well suited for a day, a heavier EDP is for nights.
Floral And Green Fragrances
Hotter days demand scents with floral, beachy and exotic fragrance range. It is best to look for something refreshing, soothing and relaxing. Opt for ingredients within the family like rose, vanilla, orange blossom, mandarin, jasmine or green options like rosemary, lemongrass and peppermint.
Tips To Choose The Best Perfume For Summer (Image Credits: Canva)
Sniff And Spray Test
When considering buying a scent in the summer season, try out the sniff and spray test. Smell the bottle and embrace your feelings. For further sensation, apply it to your wrists as a patch test and allow some time to sink in. Trust your senses and make a decision on your next summer fragrance,
Layer Scents Mindfully
To create a personal fragrance, you can layer your scents wisely. The pro-tip is to complement fragrance families. For instance, sweet notes of caramel and vanilla pair well with floral summer fragrances like rose and jasmine. Moreover, citrus notes of mandarin and lemongrass work better with spicy notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and pepper.
Skincare Formulas For Long-Lasting Effect
To preserve the scent for a longer time in the body, try preparing the skin by combining elements like body wash and lotion. These concoctions are rich in nature which helps to trap the fragrances within the body to last throughout the day.
Best Fragrances To Keep Your Fresh This Summer
Green Tea
This is a light, fresh scent that is best for hot summer days. The earthy, woody smell offers a subtle and crisp fragrance at the same time. You can pair green tea with other scents like citrus, patchouli, or musk.
Citrus Scents
Look for citrus scents including grapefruit, orange, and lemon that are best for summer. There are also lesser-known citrus scents like neroli and bergamot that are loved by perfume enthusiasts. With every citrusy spritz, you can expect a little boost in energy. These fragrances are uplifting and energising making the best fragrance option for summer.
Geranium
Florals are ideal for spring and summer season and there are very few fragrances that are as reminiscent of summer as geranium. Geranium smells very similar to rose but has a slightly lemony touch. The smell of it is on the spicy, soft and green side. You can use this fragrance for early morning walks or casual summer night outings.
Floral Fragrances Are Ideal For Hot Season (Image Credits: Canva)
Pink Pepper
To be on a more playful side this summer, opt for pink pepper fragrance. Pink pepper is bright and spicy. In this scent, you can also pick a subtle rosy and woody smell. This fragrance is perfect if you’re looking to make summer nights even hotter.
Sea Salt
Nothing can beat the beachy fragrances of scents in summer. Sea salt offers a fresh, marine smell that will automatically transport you to your favourite sandy shore. Although it is a more lowkey fragrance, it pairs well with others for a distinct summery fragrance.