Perfume Masterclass

Carter's Interactive Infographs Perfume Masterclass Everything you need to understand, choose, apply and layer fragrances like a true expert. Perfume Terminology Sillage The scent trail you leave behind. How far the perfume projects into the air after you walk past. Strong sillage means people notice you from a distance. Soft sillage stays close to the skin. Projection How far the scent radiates from skin. The initial scent cloud around you in the first 30-90 minutes. High projection fills a room. Low projection is intimate (skin scent). Longevity How long the perfume lasts. From a few hours (EDT) to 10+ hours (extrait). Depends on concentration, skin chemistry, climate and application method. Concentration Percentage of pure fragrance oil. Higher concentration usually means stronger and longer lasting. See the full comparison table below. Notes Individual scent ingredients. Top notes (first impression), heart notes (core character), base notes (dry-down and longevity…