Fragrance rises, so work from toe to top, instead of top to toe. Spray a little on ankles, the back of knees or wrists, then the nape of your neck or behind your ears. For a subtle all over fragrance, try spritzing a little of your favourite Avon scent in front of you and then walking through the mist.

 

If you want to smell great all day long, your fragrance should be applied about every three to four hours. The best way to make your fragrance linger all day is to layer scents, using shower gels and body lotions from the same fragrance range.

 

Yes, because dry skin does not hold fragrance as long as oily skin. It should be reapplied more often throughout the day.

 

Once you've opened your fragrance, use and enjoy! Otherwise, over time it will begin to fade or change its character. To get the most out of your fragrance store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

 

Yes. Sometimes you may think a fragrance has changed formulation, when in fact it's a change in your diet or lifestyle that's affected your perception of the scent. Pregnancy and menopause can also affect how a fragrance smells on you.

 

The sense of smell quickly develops odour fatigue if it's exposed to too many sensations in a short period of time.

 

Yes, this is true. Blondes with fair skin will be happiest with long lasting multi-florals. Brunettes should wear dramatic oriental scents, and redheads are usually most suited to fragrances with green notes.