Stop Wearing Fragrance Wrong (How To Apply Cologne The Right Way)

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  • Опубліковано 16 тра 2024
  • Most guys are applying cologne incorrectly. Here's the deal: if you're spraying a $250 fragrance into the air and walking through the mist, you may as well be pouring it down the drain. The same goes for you guys who spray it on their wrists and then rub them together. The fact is, most guys aren't taught the best method of applying fragrance. They fall into bad habits and waste their hard-earned money as a result.
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    Timestamps:
    0:00 - How To Apply Cologne The Right Way
    0:10 - Mistake #1: Rubbing It In
    2:00 - Mistake #2: The Mist Cloud
    5:27 - Mistake #3: Not Testing Fragrance Before Use
    6:29 - Mistake #4: Apply Too Much Cologne
    7:58 - Mistake #5: Where to Apply
    9:29 - Mistake #6: Not Applying to Clothing
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    12:57 - Mistake #7: Not Choosing Your Own Signature Fragrance
    14:12 - Which fragrance to wear for each season?
    16:10 - Should you wear fragrances daily?
    16:55 - Can you overuse fragrances?
    17:21 - Can you reapply fragrances?
    18:32 - Can you layer fragrances?
    19:00 - Can you layer with moisturizer or lotion?
    19:33 - How to make fragrance last ALL day?
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  • @RealMenRealStyle
    @RealMenRealStyle  Рік тому +50

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    • @legendaryepic24-7
      @legendaryepic24-7 Рік тому +1

      I love greenly from demarly

    • @index7989
      @index7989 10 місяців тому +3

      Applying perfume on lotion is not ideal. The alcohol in the perfume ends up breaking down the lotion.
      It should be down the other around. Apply the perfume let it settle then apply the lotion. This locks in the perfume longer on the body

    • @BOOSTEDLASER
      @BOOSTEDLASER 9 місяців тому +1

      BEST BUDGET SPRAY THATS SMELLS LIKE SAY DRAKKAR OR COOLWATER OR TOMMY?
      SEMPER FI
      GUNNY
      LONG LASTING/GOOD PUSH

    • @w999d
      @w999d 6 місяців тому

      what is inch?

    • @terra1049
      @terra1049 5 місяців тому

      18:15 Sold! Where can I buy travel fragrance tube with RMRS logo?

  • @JBirdBobbyJ
    @JBirdBobbyJ Рік тому +4949

    I just skip the sillage and spray directly up my nose

  • @ThinkPIONEERing
    @ThinkPIONEERing Рік тому +2483

    “I like to be discovered, not announced when i walk into a room.”
    Now thats how you exude Class, subtlety and discipline. Well-stated!!!

    • @azmike3572
      @azmike3572 Рік тому +33

      Unfortunately though, some people walk into a room and they are just relatively ignored.

    • @ThinkPIONEERing
      @ThinkPIONEERing Рік тому +37

      @@azmike3572 thats true but that has to do with your overall presentation. Cologne cant do all the work

    • @splod44
      @splod44 Рік тому +7

      It is ok to " announce " if it is a class fragrance hello world here I am

    • @azmike3572
      @azmike3572 Рік тому

      @@ThinkPIONEERing It can't?--"What a revoltin' development!" 🙂

    • @ThinkPIONEERing
      @ThinkPIONEERing Рік тому

      @@azmike3572 try mixing cologne with body odor, no deodorant and a tacky outfit and see if that doesn’t deduct a few points from your chances of getting laid… I’m sure someone agrees with my thesis

  • @BlacChip
    @BlacChip 4 місяці тому +162

    I like drinking my fragrance so my sweat smells like Dior.

    • @benduncan4027
      @benduncan4027 2 місяці тому +5

      You should check some info about russians who drink cologne.

    • @SueDamron
      @SueDamron Місяць тому +1

      😂

    • @devilstrider289
      @devilstrider289 Місяць тому

      😂😂😂

    • @hindsightapparel
      @hindsightapparel Місяць тому +1

      systemic fragrance. I like it.

    • @Teko99x
      @Teko99x 27 днів тому +1

      Does this method work? I want to try it!

  • @Stereotactixxx
    @Stereotactixxx Рік тому +416

    It's so refreshing to hear a UA-camr say less is more. It seems most fragrance aficionados are so deep into their special interest, they want to push their exotic and sometimes difficult scents onto everyone around them. But applying lightly is just so much more classy. If you respect people around you, it will be so much easier to earn their respect for you.

    • @reginasaveholmolsson8057
      @reginasaveholmolsson8057 9 місяців тому +5

      I definitely appreciate anyone living by the "Less is more" method since I'm very scent sensitive and one of the worst things with being out and around is when you have people where it's like walking into a wall like 2 meters away.

    • @MrDrdirtyjr
      @MrDrdirtyjr 4 місяці тому +5

      less is more but made a 20 minute video for 2 minutes of info...

    • @damonomstead4765
      @damonomstead4765 3 місяці тому +2

      Love the ones who say less is more and then proceed to recommend 7 sprays

    • @supme7558
      @supme7558 2 місяці тому

      Said no one ever

    • @user-hw5xh2yw5v
      @user-hw5xh2yw5v 2 місяці тому

      This is just sum overthinkers like to hear, in reality it depends on the fragrance, if you're wearing polo red or nautical voyage you can literally spray it 8-12 times on you and that wouldn't be excessive, if you're wearingg sum like black afgano or mancera instant crush then obviously that's crazy, 2-4 sprays is 100% sufficient so yea it all depends on what you're about to use.

  • @kuxica
    @kuxica Рік тому +728

    I appreciate your info. However, having been trained by the various parfumeries, we’ve been taught that fragrances also interact differently with body chemistry and most companies highly encourage that fragrances should be used on the body rather than on the clothes- it’s kinda like just spraying the fragrance on an already used blotter card. Specifically because laundry detergents also have their own scents (which can counteract with the scent you use).

    • @bojax3434
      @bojax3434 Рік тому +111

      But he said this. That info about spraying on clothing was for the people who freak out about putting alcohol on their skin, not a recommendation of how to apply.

    • @gravy4212
      @gravy4212 Рік тому +4

      True 👍

    • @SouthAfricanGuy69
      @SouthAfricanGuy69 Рік тому +1

      @@brianantunes8467 😂😂😂

    • @DanielJennessII
      @DanielJennessII Рік тому +14

      You didn’t listen

    • @riffgroove
      @riffgroove Рік тому +7

      This is very true.
      When I bought my current cologne, the girl behind the counter said "I LOVE this fragrance. And it reacts with your natural pheromones, so the longer you have it on, the better it smells."

  • @isidrodurazo1127
    @isidrodurazo1127 Рік тому +713

    I watch a fair number of fragance videos. I think this the first time I hear a clear argumented explanation about why rubbing fragance is not good. Saludos Antonio

    • @jackhicks8935
      @jackhicks8935 Рік тому +9

      Check out the videos by Roja Dove for more! Perfumer, and encyclopedia. Cheers!

    • @sbongiseninkosi7351
      @sbongiseninkosi7351 Рік тому +7

      Im officially dumping Jeremy guys. Content content content. You know your stuff sir. A lot. This video in particular is the only fragrance video anyone needs.

    • @KevinDSmith-wf6nn
      @KevinDSmith-wf6nn Рік тому +2

      Agreed and now know how to properly pronounce Sillage (See-agh)

    • @lordcharfield4529
      @lordcharfield4529 Рік тому +1

      @@KevinDSmith-wf6nn I hope he can pronounce “bergamot” properly……most can’t 😅

    • @DuSeun
      @DuSeun Рік тому +1

      @@lordcharfield4529 Bergamot is also an English word, with an official English pronunciation. So most people say it correctly

  • @grat2010
    @grat2010 5 місяців тому +52

    Hey I'm woman and hoping the info on this video applies to me as well as men. This is the most informative video I've come across about the where, how, and why of wearing fragrance. "I want to be discovered, not announced" is definitely my style. Thanks for the video!

  • @ClintChocolateChip
    @ClintChocolateChip Рік тому +18

    "...so that the world will start to smell better." Liked the video after that! I've been interested in various scents since I discovered Polo Double Black in my grandfather's cologne cabinet as a boy. I'm pleased that you take being a classy and well-groomed gentleman so seriously, we all should.

  • @Julian_Edits
    @Julian_Edits Рік тому +403

    I used to only wear fragrances during special occasions but then I was talking to my friend one day and estate sales randomly came up. She said it was kind of sad to think about, but that she knows so many people who get really nice, high end fragrances from them. After that she decided to wear something from her collection almost everyday because you never know how long you'll get to enjoy something like that. I agreed with that sentiment and I also started wearing mine everyday, especially my favorites. Like Antonio, I enjoy them and they put me in a good mood, so why not :)

    • @maypen4034
      @maypen4034 8 місяців тому +3

      I do same and it makes me feel good not minding the cost

    • @Yathribbbb2.0
      @Yathribbbb2.0 12 днів тому

      ​@@maypen4034they'll expire in a few years so better use them than not

  • @markbernard8312
    @markbernard8312 Рік тому +171

    I like your videos because you are reaching a generation of men who have not had the kind of role models in the home that they needed growing up.

    • @Godric_71
      @Godric_71 Рік тому +17

      Your comment really applies to me. Everything i know about male grooming has come from trial and error. I grew up with my mom as my only parent/life teacher. I'm 51 and still have no idea if I'm doing anything right.

    • @jadeduh4555
      @jadeduh4555 Рік тому

      What generation is that?

    • @Tbone3471
      @Tbone3471 Рік тому +8

      @@jadeduh4555 the younger generation after generation X. After that generation divorce and single motherhood became much more celebrated, and traditional marriage and families mocked. I know what you were trying to imply though. Nice try but nope

    • @Tbone3471
      @Tbone3471 Рік тому +3

      @@Godric_71 yep and my parents stayed together. My dad thought his job stopped with working though. He never cared about style , fragrances etc so I never learned about any of that until the last 10 years, well after he died . Sad really. I’m 51 as well

    • @jadeduh4555
      @jadeduh4555 Рік тому

      @@Tbone3471 🤨 OK..?
      What exactly am I implying with my question? Lol
      Since you know a lot, which of the three generations do I fall into?
      And my mother being single didn't affect me already knowing (having common sense) how to apply any fragrance.
      My girl wears her body spray over her person before she walks out the door. (Lmfao! Idiots huh) 🤷🏻‍♂

  • @yungin1839
    @yungin1839 Рік тому +1

    Learned a few things here! Thanks for the info 🙏🏼 & great video! Love how you broke it down in layers & gave great detail! Definitely subscribed sir.

  • @xsinnerxsaint91
    @xsinnerxsaint91 11 місяців тому +2

    Thanks for the tips! Definitely will help in building my collection!

  • @Clipper_Dames
    @Clipper_Dames Рік тому +86

    1 small spray on the inside elbow of each arm
    1 small spray behind each knee
    1 small spray at the nape of the neck
    Works every time for me, lasts for hours.

    • @Righteous1ist
      @Righteous1ist Рік тому +13

      U only need one spray on the nape of the neck.

    • @GFelix-jm4jj
      @GFelix-jm4jj 10 місяців тому +2

      ​@Righteous1ist you only need 1 spray in general

    • @Thomas.youtube
      @Thomas.youtube 9 місяців тому +4

      @@GFelix-jm4jj yeah no

    • @SouthernRebels94
      @SouthernRebels94 6 місяців тому

      @@Righteous1ist I think it depends on the type of cologne you buy as cheaper cologne works best if you spray each spot Clipper _Dames mentions but more pricey colognes you'll only need to spray just once for a long lasting fragrance.

    • @Righteous1ist
      @Righteous1ist 6 місяців тому

      @@SouthernRebels94 True.

  • @squishieandpokey
    @squishieandpokey Рік тому +69

    What I was taught. Clean fresh scents for networking, business, or casual outings. Spray on the wrist. For dates, or romantic outing, apply on the chest and neck, usually near the jaw or ear area. Now for me personally, I like to spray a cotton ball and lightly dab to apply scents, no smearing. Keep it light, if you are applying a scent you want people to notice but you don't want to smell like you bathed in it.

  • @fingolfin9767
    @fingolfin9767 Рік тому +63

    How is this a 19 minute video? It should literally be a 2 minute video lol

    • @baddreams123451
      @baddreams123451 Місяць тому +5

      Should be a 5 second video. It doesn’t matter. Put it on how you want. Done.

    • @fingolfin9767
      @fingolfin9767 Місяць тому

      @@baddreams123451 Huh? 🤣 🤣

    • @krazykuz13cmc
      @krazykuz13cmc Місяць тому +6

      He has to sell his cologne course

    • @fingolfin9767
      @fingolfin9767 Місяць тому

      @@krazykuz13cmc 🤣 🤣

    • @oliveboy4492
      @oliveboy4492 25 днів тому

      Lol 💀

  • @fredreeves7652
    @fredreeves7652 6 місяців тому +3

    Great video! I like your style, Antonio.
    I’m relatively new to men’s fragrances. I’m old school at 69 years old and have been a Drakkar Noir man for decades. They used to sell a face balm that I loved but stopped about 5-7 years ago. Between these two products, that was my signature scent full stop. Then, about a year ago, I got a bug up my butt to explore fragrances and discovered a whole new world in the realm of fragrances that needed to be explored and taken seriously, so here I am. I have a 73-year-old neighbor who loves wearing perfume, and there is one that she wears that drives me nuts, I want to inhale her each time I see her. Her approach is akin to Curly Fragrance because I know when she is home or has just walked by my vicinity; I just love the way she smells.
    Antonio, your advice is solid, honest, tested, sophisticated, and real, and it is clear that you know your stuff, and that you are dedicated to the proposition of men looking and feeling their best - bravo!
    Having seen a ton of videos on male grooming in general, I now have consolidated my fragrance and grooming gurus down to three: You, Antonio, Demi Rawling, and your friend, Curly Fragrance who is a hoot, what a sassy babe she is! You three are now my go-to on male grooming especially on the subject of fragrance.
    At the advice of Demi, I recently bought L’ Homme Prada, 100ml, and with the first spray out of the box, instantly fell in love with it; it evoked precisely everything Demi described about this fragrance. Although I’m 69, I’m currently still working part-time, hence, I chose this one because it is an “office fragrance”. Next, I will be buying her recommended seasonal fragrances. The Prada fragrance is just a wonderful, bright, clean, floral, cheerful, and sexy fragrance… just as Demi described.
    Thanks to you all for introducing me and my nose to the wonderful world of scents!
    😊

  • @Blondie77128
    @Blondie77128 Рік тому +22

    Excellent video with plenty of useful information. I shared this with my husband and certainly these tips are applicable for women as well 👍🏻

  • @Nico-hc9wm
    @Nico-hc9wm Рік тому +70

    You learn something new every day...up until this morning I did the rubbing thing. Great advice and passion - no wonder he started his own range of colognes!

  • @McCarthyRay
    @McCarthyRay 6 місяців тому +5

    This is the first guy I totally agree with when it comes to cologne. Nice to know that I was instinctively using cologne the right way from the get go.

  • @StupidButCunning
    @StupidButCunning 8 місяців тому +7

    I remember I used to use The Nightmare Before Christmas Bone Daddy cologne, just a light spritzing, combined with a single spray of Playboy's Miami (I'm pretty sure, the bunny was orange back around 2010) body spray. Some of my female friends were a bit direct on complimenting the scent combination. It's amazing how even cheaper fragrances can create something impressive depending on how they work with your body.
    One thing I also remember, though, was after using a Neutrogena moisturizer, I was in a rush and sprayed on the cologne before it had time to dry. It caused an adverse reaction, giving me light chemical burns and rough, scaly skin on my neck for about a week until it healed.

  • @Goose61422
    @Goose61422 Рік тому +14

    Thank you for the video! My dad died when I was 11 and mom was gone so I was never taught! You’ve taught me so much over the years I’ve been subscribed!

  • @Pikawarps
    @Pikawarps Рік тому +32

    I’ve been wearing a parfum for almost a year and wore it on my clothes not my skin, i missed the latter notes of my cologne and now that I’m doing it correctly i realized why i loved this one so much, it has SUCH complex smells!

  • @johnhancock5379
    @johnhancock5379 Рік тому +3

    Yo. Dope content. Very informative. I never knew wearing cologne had it's own etiquette. Great tips. I think you covered everything. I'll definitely use this as a guide on my journey to be a fragrance god like u. I'm just a noob but I'll get there. Thanks fam.

  • @TheDeaconShaves
    @TheDeaconShaves Рік тому +3

    Great video. Love the tips. No more rubbing. Looking forward to the release of the scents.

  • @zachripa4158
    @zachripa4158 Рік тому +62

    For me applying to the back of my neck and ears works best . A lot of good advice ! It made me think of my journey as a collector. I used to over spray and go nose blind . As my collection has grown over the years i learned that when I get used to smelling something that I don’t enjoy it as much . I Gotta use my favorites here and there especially when they are discontinued that way it makes it all the more invigorating !

  • @jacobclayton2954
    @jacobclayton2954 Рік тому +18

    Thank you for this video. I was looking hard for excellent cologne hygiene etiquette because I want to wear cologne that literally draws women to you. I like the phrase of "being discovered versus being announced"

  • @daynesnyders9320
    @daynesnyders9320 Рік тому

    Absolute great video. I generally like to understand the science to everything I involve myself with and the depth you go into is phenomenal.

  • @ferdiremo
    @ferdiremo 4 місяці тому +2

    Great video. This definitely helps fragrance newbies with the basics.

  • @RealPhuggly
    @RealPhuggly Рік тому +21

    Thank you for this video. Many of these thoughts and suggestions hadn’t crossed my mind. I have two of my own that may be helpful too. The small cloth swatches that many people discard, I pin them to the back side of my tie and apply my cologne there. Easy to change out fragrances , and minimal chance to discolor my clothing. I also found that this has the added affect of presenting anew when I open my jacket to sit, or when standing up and buttoning my jacket at meetings.

  • @michaelleavitt3834
    @michaelleavitt3834 Рік тому +56

    Love the channel. Your advise is practical and easy to follow. I forward these to my son in the Air Force who is just starting the manhood journey. I’m in my 50’s and I’m learning new stuff all the time. Keep up the good work👍🏻

  • @TEFVoid
    @TEFVoid Рік тому +90

    I’m only 16 and still in high school, but I found this video because I want to smell good… overall, I learned a TON from this video. Thank you so much!

    • @Jae_wantspay
      @Jae_wantspay Рік тому +1

      same

    • @quickstepz9250
      @quickstepz9250 11 місяців тому +18

      Don't buy like Dior sauvage, find something unique to you. People be smelling the same everywhere once someone says this cologne is too 5.

    • @TEFVoid
      @TEFVoid 11 місяців тому

      @@quickstepz9250 I would have to agree with that

    • @aa-tx7th
      @aa-tx7th 10 місяців тому

      yeah dont listen to this bozo, dude.
      ONE spritz in the air and walking into it right after a shower is by far the best way to go about it.
      dont know why the clown claims the cologne will end up on the floor you can literally feel the entire cloud hit you torso and the bathroom floor wont become slick with cologne puddles lmfao
      none of that rubbing and sure as hell no multiple sprays (my god).
      just one spray. theres a reson why the bottle comes with its particular spray mechanism. use it.
      and another thing. DONT buy a cologne just because someone else likes it. buy a mid range priced scent that YOU like cause if you apply it properly (see above) youll be smelling it sublty all day long so you might as well like it.
      ive had the expensive scents and theyre no better or worse in quality or longevity than midrangers so save your money.
      also try to stay away from perfumed soaps and detergents. not only do they mess up your cologne's scent but those perfumes also sometimes destroy your skin and clothing.

    • @Ap32023
      @Ap32023 9 місяців тому

      @@TEFVoid Look into expensive brands. That's what I do to make sure I don't have the same smell as everybody else. I feel it makes me different, like rare. Every one isn't going to spend $450 & up for fragrance. Quality shit.

  • @nkyshaolin
    @nkyshaolin 4 місяці тому

    I love this channel!! I’ve always been someone who appreciates good smelling cologne and perfumes. This is unbelievably informative. Thanks!!

  • @NebFan06
    @NebFan06 Рік тому +73

    Just found your videos today. Thank you for putting together this content. I used to take great pride in how I dressed and took care of myself. Over COVID I gained 50 pounds and now I work from home. I have found that I no longer take care of myself. Your video on what heavy guys should wear really helped me. I feel like I have a renewed sense of wanting to look (and smell) my best.

    • @iPlayAdCarry
      @iPlayAdCarry 11 місяців тому +7

      get fit! never 2 late

  • @squidikka
    @squidikka Рік тому +24

    Some clarifications on naming conventions, because I noticed a few possible misinterpretations a person can make that weren't expanded upon in the video.
    Eau Fraiche: 1-3%
    Aftershave/Splash- 2-4%
    EDC: Eau De Cologne- 2-4%
    EDT: Eau De Toilette- 5-15%
    EDP: Eau De Parfum- 15-20%
    Extrait: Extrait de Parfum - 20-40+%
    Most of what was said is spot on, however, a fragrance that says Eau Fraiche in the name isn't always Fraiche concentration. Not saying he said this, but it wasn't further explained. It can be the naming convention of a particular fragrance. For example, Issey Miyake Eau Fraiche, or Versace Man Eau Fraiche, or Hermes Tres Eau Fraiche. None of them are Eau Fraiche concentration, they're EDT to EDP. It just means a fresher version. You have to look at the concentration and not make a decision based on the name of the fragrance. You might be missing out on some great fragrances that last a long time because you've mistakenly assumed that they're of a lower concentration.
    Lastly, regarding extrait de parfum as this one always confuses people thanks to companies who market perfumes as "Le parfum" or "parfum" because they know people will think it's stronger. YSL's le parfum appears to be shown as an example of an Extrait, or pure parfum (perhaps not on purpose), but it is not. It's an Eau De Parfum, not Extrait De Parfum. Just like JPG's Le Male Le Parfum, Sauvage Parfum, Eros Parfum, Bleu De Chanel Parfum, etc etc. All of these are Eau de Parfum and not Extrait de Parfum. There's a ton of frags with this name attached to it that aren't extraits. Some are even EDTs. You get the idea. They're just naming conventions made to trick you into thinking they last longer. It's pretty rare to find an extrait strength perfume from a designer house as that's often niche house territory, so don't be confused by the "parfum" name the designer brand adds. Nasomattos 30ML of Pardon, for example, is a true Extrait de Parfum from a niche house. (Highly recommended ultra masculine frag btw)
    Bonus tip: As an alternative to the neck, right above your collarbones under your shirt is one of the best locations to spray as they're high heat locations because they're right by the subclavian arteries, and unlike the neck, is hidden from light, so they will pump out your fragrance harder, while also lasting longer. Fragrances when exposed to sunlight dissipate and breakdown quicker. (also why it's best to store fragrances in a dark location, or at least away from sunlight. Artificial is fine. UV is the issue.)
    Hopefully this helped anyone new to fragrances. Cheers!

    • @RobertLaTuso
      @RobertLaTuso Рік тому

      Does spray distance of atomizer from skin affect projection of fragrance?
      Most of the fragrances in my collection are dense, EDP’s, Parfums or Middle Eastern Rose/Oud’s which don’t seem to project well on my oily skin?! How can I apply dense or higher fragrance concentrations with better performance?
      Cooler areas such as the wrist, seem to hamper fragrance development into the base notes. Applying to my neck (warmer?!) gives better fragrance progression, unless I become noseblind!
      Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!

  • @Rob-ys6ot
    @Rob-ys6ot Рік тому +1

    Ahhhh!!! Didn't know that! 20 years applying incorrectly. Totally get your explanation! Lesson learned and appreciated! Thanks.

  • @michaelbowman1788
    @michaelbowman1788 Рік тому +2

    I wear fragrance daily honestly makes my hole day feel better and I love getting compliments on how I smell but I didn’t know about a lot of these tips I’m going to try these out thanks

  • @DarrellBlackandBlue
    @DarrellBlackandBlue Рік тому +14

    This is so great! While I don't believe in wearing cologne everyday and in every situation-- you are fantastic! This is a great guide and you cover a lot of ground when you got to layering I was like wow he's going into that too wow awesome awesome awesome. I will definitely check out your performance enhancing line--very clever!

  • @stephenrocks6390
    @stephenrocks6390 Рік тому +11

    I've built up quite a collection of fragrances thanks to your channel so thank you.
    invictus victory is my current fav just now but I always go back to le male, especially the parfum version of it.x

  • @jackwilley9847
    @jackwilley9847 Рік тому

    This channel is basically all I need! Wow man thank you!

  • @edo-j1784
    @edo-j1784 Рік тому

    I just found this channel and think its Great! You answered all the questions I had...I subscribed and look forward to watching!

  • @WaffleIronSunday
    @WaffleIronSunday Рік тому +11

    I work in fragrance retail / sales. We use scent strips, and while I do generally advise customers to test the skin. I always lead by scent strips to identify favorable traits in the product beforehand. It's few and far between that I get richly experienced folks who know what they really want.

  • @EmAreDayviss
    @EmAreDayviss Рік тому +39

    I’d love to see a video follow up about cheap no-name original fragrances versus knock-offs vs expensive original fragrances

  • @L3ston97
    @L3ston97 Рік тому

    This was a great video thank you for the inspiration and information on how to properly use cologne!

  • @matkosmat8890
    @matkosmat8890 8 місяців тому +2

    Discovered, not announced! This is gold, thank you.

  • @mikestanavech7858
    @mikestanavech7858 Рік тому +3

    I recently got back into fragrances and have learned a lot from your videos. I was definitely applying them wrong.

  • @topherb83topher51
    @topherb83topher51 Рік тому +23

    You skimmed past this, but putting on after moisturiser is a great tip. Unscented moisturiser of course, so it sits on the skin as opposed to soaking into dry skin🤙

  • @dalewilliams2834
    @dalewilliams2834 28 днів тому

    I appreciate this video and channel. Prior to watching, my lady said she loved two scents I’ve worn and this video helped me understand how to use them effectively without wasting. Currently have a collection of 5 fragrances

  • @M.Godfrey
    @M.Godfrey 9 місяців тому +1

    Better to be discovered, than be announced. So true, well said boss.

  • @LongoTV
    @LongoTV Рік тому +54

    I haven't watched the video (yet) but mostly just dumbfounded by the fact that there's a 20min video on how to apply cologne, just proves how terribly wrong people are with cologne😅 Truly as professional as it gets. 👏

    • @klynch572
      @klynch572 Рік тому +11

      I'm guessing at least 15 minutes is unnecessary. I mean, 20 minutes explaining how to wear cologne? Seems way too long

    • @georgecrothers5618
      @georgecrothers5618 Рік тому

      Exactly my thoughts. FFS just give yourself a short spray either side of the neck.

    • @imerriweather1
      @imerriweather1 Рік тому +4

      How can you comment before watching? In all honesty I think the title should be changed. “Cologne Basics”

    • @jiv32
      @jiv32 Рік тому +6

      I watched it and I still don't know the right way to apply cologne. I know what mistakes not to make though.
      Edit: I found it. He mentions it in between mistake #4 & 5

    • @Tvj_films8452
      @Tvj_films8452 Рік тому +4

      Lol…I almost avoided the video because it was too long. But I decided to click on it hoping to find comments that showed a quick rundown.

  • @arlofs
    @arlofs Рік тому +12

    Excellent video, as always from Antonio Centeno. I didn't know I had been wearing fragrance the wrong way for years. Thank you so much for the advice.

  • @SinCityVillain
    @SinCityVillain 11 місяців тому

    Fascinating, informative and so interesting. I just saw this. Thank you!

  • @prasantbanerjee8199
    @prasantbanerjee8199 10 місяців тому

    Excellent presentation and I love that mid-western accent. I use two varieties of fragrance. An eau de cologne and an eau de toilette but of a different brand. And I always spray the cologne under the shirt collar for the fragrance to last that bit longer.

  • @maxwellwimmer7242
    @maxwellwimmer7242 Рік тому +5

    Hey thanks for the video! Great information. It really helped me a lot and increased overall confidence in wearing fragrances properly. I’m gonna take you up on you’re offer and ask a question to something I didn’t see that was touched upon. So I’ve heard from some people that after holding onto a fragrance for too long that it begins to alter the smell and it will “turn” after some time. Is this true? Thanks again. God bless.

  • @American_Devil
    @American_Devil Рік тому +8

    Refreshing to know that I’ve been putting it on correctly since my early 20’s.

  • @flashtoney1112
    @flashtoney1112 Рік тому

    I think this video is great. I use Creed Aventus purfume and cologne together with a 2 to 1 layered mix favoring the perfume. I get compliments ALL. THE. TIME! Citrus and sweet on the front with a hint of musk on the back. Perfection.

  • @nathanwinningham756
    @nathanwinningham756 4 місяці тому

    Love it! I have been looking for videos of this nature. I have a million questions, I will look through your catalog to get answers. Thank you.

  • @JohnnyFx83
    @JohnnyFx83 Рік тому +214

    Gotta give it to you, Antonio. Your content is top tier. Thank you for putting this together. Super easy concepts to grasp and to put into practice.

    • @Cabrazzi
      @Cabrazzi Рік тому +1

      Interesting channel with a lot of great info. I’m subscribing because I heard you say Lennox Mall so I assume your in Atlanta which is where I am. What’s up neighbor 😂

    • @russellwright9961
      @russellwright9961 Рік тому

      Agreed!

    • @ivanoff85
      @ivanoff85 Рік тому

      Negative. There is bad advice on here and misinformation.

  • @andrewmerritt1437
    @andrewmerritt1437 Рік тому +5

    I’ve been a big fan of the channel since I was in high school. And all the work you do really helped me shape on how to dress as I got in the restaurant industry. I’ve been wearing Versace Eros since I was a junior in high school so about 8yrs ago. And it’s a fragrance that can last for hours.

  • @winconfig
    @winconfig 10 місяців тому +3

    Versace Eros (blue), I just purchased. I've had four or five inquires at work, since purchasing, three or four days ago.

  • @flawedpeacock
    @flawedpeacock 7 місяців тому +7

    As a sweaty guy, this video was a lifesaver for me. Ever since I started being more strategic with how I applied cologne I noticed it stays on much longer! Thanks for this!

    • @kokobi7482
      @kokobi7482 3 місяці тому

      spraying cologne with some moisturizer on your skin also makes it last longer.

  • @bfelder8853
    @bfelder8853 Рік тому +83

    I've been doing it wrong my whole life, this changes everything. Definitely stepping my game up from here

  • @ashleyboykin2736
    @ashleyboykin2736 Рік тому +9

    I was actually looking at Judith Leiber parfum review and your video was off to the side. Glad I stopped by this is so informative even for a lady, I love the science behind product reviews makes them more memorable. Also Sauvage is one of my favorite scents ( I don't wear it of course) but it smells amazing on the right people who know how to wear it, I can spot that scent out anywhere. Thanks for the awesome video.

  • @Joey0367
    @Joey0367 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for this very informative, classy, and proper etiquette to wearing cologne correctly video. I also appreciate the various colognes you introduce here, that sparks some exciting ideas. I like your motto, “To be discovered not announced when you walk into a room.”

    • @2WheelsForever
      @2WheelsForever 4 місяці тому

      It's not HIS motto. It's a well known phrase in the industry.

  • @BGD1800
    @BGD1800 5 місяців тому

    I subscribed at 18 min into the video because your travel atomizer is genius. Keep up the good work.

  • @monkeyprank6810
    @monkeyprank6810 Рік тому +26

    Very informative video. One additional topic that would have been good to include is the shelf life of these products since that is something that factors into the quality of the scents.

    • @reeceherman555
      @reeceherman555 Рік тому

      If the store carries them properly (which they most likely will as they arent super demanding), they should last pretty damn long

  • @shivavereen7824
    @shivavereen7824 Рік тому +3

    Excellent content as always Antonio. Fragrances are important if applied correctly. One thing I tell men is that their skin is the final ingredient no matter how much they may adore the scent. They must wear it to see the true results.

  • @stephenironmonger348
    @stephenironmonger348 5 місяців тому

    Thank you ! First time buyer of a Guess Seductive Noir Eau De Toiett I never want to over power but anyway your video helped me on proper application!

  • @ernestwright5446
    @ernestwright5446 16 днів тому

    This is very helpful and as a Navy veteran I appreciate the honesty

  • @HiPumpkin50leslie
    @HiPumpkin50leslie Рік тому +30

    Absolutely fascinating! I have studied fragrance use from a feminine perspective, so it's awesome to hear the way you explained things! I love having the men in my life smell GOOD! And I have worked with them to find their signature fragrance, which was a lot of fun! Thanks, I look forward to future videos from you!

  • @stayfrosty2519
    @stayfrosty2519 Місяць тому

    I really do appreciate someone wearing a clean, refreshing cologne in a work environment. Oftentimes, it's an enduring fragrance that whips you right through a time machine.

  • @michaeldevose8923
    @michaeldevose8923 Рік тому +30

    This is what works for me: moisturize area of fragrance application with a good unscented lotion, 1 to 2 sprays on all pulse points inc. mid wrist. Inner elbows, sides and back of neck, clothes for weak fragrances. If the fragrance us beast mode only two to three sprays on chosen pulse points.

  • @ThinWhiteDuke2007
    @ThinWhiteDuke2007 Рік тому +3

    Great advice, didn’t know of the rubbing of fragrances 🤔 I use about 4 areas of my body for the fragrance, chest, neck, both wrists. I have a rotation of fragrances, my next fragrances will be Creed, very expensive, but I’m already saving! 😎

  • @keythwarren5075
    @keythwarren5075 6 місяців тому +1

    Great video. I Love trying different colognes but over the years I’ve loved one in particular, Minotaur by Paloma Picasso. Love this!

  • @johandanielOfficial
    @johandanielOfficial 11 місяців тому

    Not just this video is worth watching, all of your videos are worth watching ! Great job, just love the content ! ;)👍

  • @Seekingtruth-mx3ur
    @Seekingtruth-mx3ur Рік тому +13

    Never knew putting on cologne had techniques to it. You learn something everyday. Subbed.

  • @atlantacabil
    @atlantacabil Рік тому +123

    Great video. Another mistake that people make is layering two fragrances on top of each other. When I layer i put one fragrances on the left side of the body (hand, arm and neck) and the other fragrance on the right side so that both fragrances can go thru the natural dry down progression without molecules being mixed together.

    • @luisgunn594
      @luisgunn594 Рік тому +8

      I always wondered if having two smells was possible… So not on top of each other but opposite sides. But then what two make a good combination?

    • @justinhayes2194
      @justinhayes2194 Рік тому +19

      I like mixing Oud for Greatness and Baccarat Rouge 540.....never fails me!

    • @melb7462
      @melb7462 Рік тому +2

      @@luisgunn594 Jean Paul Gaultier & Versace Eros. One million lucky, Jean Paul Gaultier

    • @tyresepult5449
      @tyresepult5449 Рік тому +1

      @@justinhayes2194 I mixed Baccarat Rouge with vanilla tobacco Tom Ford,it is just amazing

    • @AlanRangel5
      @AlanRangel5 Рік тому +2

      I do the same sometimes, one on the right arm and the other on the left. But now I'm curious about how they would scent on top of each other, probably not good, but I'm curious.

  • @user-qo3bz7pq2u
    @user-qo3bz7pq2u 7 місяців тому

    I seriously feel educated now on scents and applying colognes. Thanks

  • @sleepy2702
    @sleepy2702 7 місяців тому +10

    I'm a woman but... same thing right? My perfume never seems to last and this is the best presented video I've found so far, even if I'm not quite the target audience 😅 Thank you!

    • @levtieart3409
      @levtieart3409 6 місяців тому +3

      Tbh anyone can wear fragrence
      Fellow woman here this video helped me too
      And tbh i dont think the way you spray is gendered exacly so this video is helpfull for anyone

    • @maproductions7106
      @maproductions7106 6 місяців тому +1

      Spray some in your hair, it will help with projection and silage

    • @MrPAULONEAL
      @MrPAULONEAL 6 місяців тому

      It also depends on the type.

  • @DarthProlif
    @DarthProlif Рік тому +7

    I typically spray 2 on the chest/front delt area. One on the back, and my wrists.
    Also, thank you for the dont rub tip, i typically rub to spread on my wrists. I didnt know about the layered note thing

  • @jimlittle5769
    @jimlittle5769 Рік тому +11

    This may sound weird, but when I get home from work and go to work out, the cologne I put on in the morning really starts to resonate as I build a sweat. So I can enjoy that as I'm working out. I only found this to be the case when I started wearing higher quality colognes though.

    • @davidrlz1001
      @davidrlz1001 Рік тому

      I've realized that with a good amount of colognes too, it just makes sense that perfumers would tailor their product to the seasons and work a way to incorporate the smell no matter what BO your body is releasing(oil, sweat, etc).

    • @Chubby_Lemon
      @Chubby_Lemon 6 місяців тому +1

      As your body heats up it starts vaporizing the oils more. The reason it doesn't happen with the cheap ones is likely because they're less strong so they've already evaporated off during your work day

  • @dougwheeler4549
    @dougwheeler4549 7 місяців тому +1

    Have always had many fragrances for different reasons and events. One thing I learned after decades of dating is listen to comments made by your dates and friends. Women in all kinds of situations made comments for instance powder scented colognes seem to have negative comments from women at least in my case or they also had allergy or reactions to them by being close. Sneezing eyes burn etc. And would politely let me know that particular scent wasn't for me they would say and bothered them a little. So I remembered that and usually discarded it.
    Then others would comment more positively about leather and woods style scents.
    Seems like though I enjoy many scents to use for different days and nights that many men no longer use any scent. And sometimes men with me will comment somewhat negatively or sarcastically about me wearing a cologne or scent.
    But regardless I still have a daily routine after every shower to decide what I will wear that day and do so.
    But women most definetly react and do appreciate a great scent. Even my masseuse at the gym from Costa Rica really appreciates a scent and considers it a show of real class and style.
    Good site.

  • @rakeshpopat8188
    @rakeshpopat8188 Рік тому

    Superb Antonio. Your reviews are amazing.

  • @elephantintheroom4202
    @elephantintheroom4202 Рік тому +8

    This has got to be one of the classiest channels on UA-cam. A channel that educates men how to smell like a gentleman. I love it because it hips me to scents I haven't tried yet. I always get compliments from men and women about how great I smell. I will forward this to other men whom I know will appreciate it.

  • @spaztekwarrior
    @spaztekwarrior Рік тому +34

    This was comprehensive and well done , and so much better explained than Jeremy Fragrance’s repeated 5 spray routine. It really does depend on the fragrance and situation.

    • @diogeneslantern18
      @diogeneslantern18 9 місяців тому

      No one who takes fragrances even remotely seriously pays any attention to Jeremy "it's ZUPER SEXY" Fragrance.

  • @thulanimajola5256
    @thulanimajola5256 9 місяців тому

    Well done. best useful information on how to make a statement and be professional when needed

  • @LuisGonzalez-yf9rn
    @LuisGonzalez-yf9rn Рік тому

    Fantastic information! Look forward to future videos

  • @YuriYeleyko
    @YuriYeleyko Рік тому +12

    Always something new - thank you Antonio!
    Spraying on head's hair has a practical advantage... Going for a date you may get your counterpart kissing your neck, chest whatever and tasting perfume is not the best idea:)

  • @tomasfarish7959
    @tomasfarish7959 Рік тому +6

    Every time I wear Dior Savage, I get a compliment! Every time! It just works with my natural body scent. In Summer, the original Armani Acqua Di Gio always gets noticed. Love them both.

    • @Luciano-mx7sm
      @Luciano-mx7sm Рік тому

      Try Blue de chanel EDP........

    • @siddhantkarkibond
      @siddhantkarkibond Рік тому

      Same earlier it was dior sauvage and it is blu de chanel. Love them both

  • @lgeiger
    @lgeiger 10 місяців тому

    Very good advice. I have had fragrances on test strips that I did not like and on my skin I loved them and the other way around. Sometimes I like a fragrance on other people but not on myself.
    Blind buying fragrances is not the best idea. Always try to get a test sample first if you can. When applying it in the perfumery you will be overwhelmed by other smells and not have the chance to really discover the whole scent profile of the fragrance. If you find one you like, I can only recommend to apply it on your skin and walk around for an hour or two and see if you still like it. In the perfumery you will almost only be able to smell the top notes, which will last for a few minutes. I prefer to go to perfumeries where the employees can open the door and get some fresh air in every half an hour. Otherwise all these scents mixed together can really confuse your nose.

  • @csmith8092
    @csmith8092 Рік тому

    Great video, I had skipped it a few months ago but remembered that it was here when I had a question.

  • @Vukii92
    @Vukii92 Рік тому +23

    funny thing i never got a compliment for a high priced Parfume, but when i once bought a 7€ Parfume i got complimented about it. I mean i found both smelling amazing otherwise i wouldn't have bought them but sometimes it's a little bit mind boggling

    • @mayamicha448
      @mayamicha448 Рік тому +4

      Are they perfume extract or some generic lab made smell ? 😊

    • @mjdagoat5440
      @mjdagoat5440 Рік тому +1

      What are they called?

    • @joshuamirabal9891
      @joshuamirabal9891 Рік тому +3

      Living in Cambodia I've sifted through many cheap copies. So far I've found a neat perfect copy of Paco blue XS, AdQ absolu, and Azzaro wanted. $5 a bottle and I get compliments. They don't last as long but they are so close most people wouldn't know the difference.

  • @rexhutchinson7763
    @rexhutchinson7763 Рік тому +6

    I have to be honest I started wearing it on my clothes 30 years ago after reading it in a magazine! And the 1 fragrance in all them years that woman ask me about is Calvin Klein Escape for men and my wife loves it , I have been wearing it since it came out in the early 90s .
    I know it's on the cheaper end but it must be popular it's been out 30 years and it's only about £40
    Great video 😃

    • @Frisbinator
      @Frisbinator Рік тому +1

      Good news, you’ve got a wife, no need for cologne anymore, maybe save that money and use it on a Netflix subscription or something

  • @Anubis-nx1gu
    @Anubis-nx1gu Місяць тому

    There are many gents that should see this very beneficial video! Can’t say how many times their cologne was severely overpowering. This video can change bad cologne habits!! Well done sir!

  • @soundretarded
    @soundretarded Рік тому

    Thank you so much! I never knew it was a science to spraying on a fragrance.

  • @jakelager2451
    @jakelager2451 Рік тому +6

    I just got the creed millesime imperial. The tip about how weak the projection on that one is was SUPER helpful. Gotta go a little heavier on the application than if i was using, say a creed aventus.

  • @juanpunchman5484
    @juanpunchman5484 Рік тому +25

    I used to apply fragrances only on special occasions because they're so expensive but now I've started to use them more thanks to this channel. These videos are really good and informative.

    • @toddhatch6826
      @toddhatch6826 Рік тому +5

      There are lots of good smelling cheaper costing fragrances now. I feel if I go to the trouble to shower, shave, and use deodorant, why not wear a fragrance and smell good too!

    • @juanpunchman5484
      @juanpunchman5484 Рік тому +1

      @@toddhatch6826 You're totally right. I do like the more expensive ones. I might get cheaper ones in the future that I can wear more often and a few more expensive ones that I'll wear on special occasions

    • @dan13763
      @dan13763 Рік тому +8

      I never leave the house without putting on fragrance. I got so used to it that I feel naked if I'm not wearing one. Use them and abuse them my man, just don`t apply too much so you don`t suffocate people around you lol.

    • @douglassalley9117
      @douglassalley9117 Рік тому

      Check out Ross, TLTG, on you tube. He specializes in lower. price fragrances, colones, designer as well as lower price nece. He puts out two or more videos everyday!

    • @juanpunchman5484
      @juanpunchman5484 Рік тому

      @@douglassalley9117 Will do!

  • @kristofwanderer1
    @kristofwanderer1 6 місяців тому +1

    If I'm not wearing Jo Malone, typically I'm wearing baldasserini by Hugo boss. I have almost a hundred colognes and those are my favorites. Thank you for the content!! Oftentimes I layer two or more that complement each other that are magnificent... People stop and ask what I'm wearing and when I say I'm wearing more than one it's like it blows their minds lol

  • @Firef8ter343
    @Firef8ter343 26 днів тому

    Aaron, Antonio and José are always my go to guys for fragrances and style!

  • @mikefelty2625
    @mikefelty2625 Рік тому +5

    I typically use 1 pump on my shirt in the chest area, and 1 to 2 around my collar area. My go to fragrances are usually Curve Crush or Lucky You. They're both pretty cheap, and I get plenty of compliments.

    • @sl8485
      @sl8485 Рік тому +2

      Not hating those are good scents but imo those were played out over 10 years ago. Give the light blue YSL a try and I bet you will get much more compliments. I'm looking to find something as good because I've been using this one for a few years now at least.

    • @tylowe78
      @tylowe78 Рік тому +2

      You can't lose with either of those fragrances.