I bought a Paco Rabanne that smelled amazing in the store, but on my skin it barely lasts until the afternoon. I apply it to my neck and wrists like I was told, but nothing. Is it that my skin doesn't hold perfume well or should I try a different type?
How long your perfume lasts really depends on your skin type: if you have dry skin, the fragrance evaporates faster because it doesn't have enough moisture to "hold onto." Try moisturizing well before you apply it (unscented body cream works), and also apply it to less exposed areas like the inside of your elbows or behind your ears - those spots keep the heat better and make it last longer.
Paco Rabanne fragrances tend to be more "top notes" than actual longevity, so it's normal that it fades fast. What works is applying it to areas where you sweat less: behind your ears, on your chest, even in your hair if you want it to last longer. I tried putting the perfume in the fridge for an hour beforehand (not too long) and it behaves differently, dissolves more slowly on the skin.
It also matters if your skin is naturally oily or dry, but honestly with those gimmicky Paco Rabanne sprays it's almost impossible for it to last the whole day without touching it up.
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