Perfume 101 | A Comprehensive Reference for Fragrance Beginners

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  • @southbug27
    @southbug27 Рік тому +121

    Let’s all take a minute to admire how gorgeous those green earrings are with the red lip.

  • @haileywright7967
    @haileywright7967 2 роки тому +112

    So glad that Samantha Ravndahl mentioned you, I've always been interested in perfume but it seemed too overwhelming 😅 You did a great job at explaining things

  • @LadyBug-fs8gz
    @LadyBug-fs8gz 5 місяців тому +10

    As a former fragrance rep, this beautiful soul is providing accurate information about fragrance. It’s so much fun exploring the world of scent. Know what you like & don’t like.
    Research you. If you are allergic to cedar, like me, stay away from perfumes with cedar in the base notes. My sinuses are miserable around cedar. If you hate jasmine or rose, like me, stay clear of those oils in the middle note for they do blend with the base notes and you’ll smell those florals for hours. And get a headache, no doubt. Unlike the presenter on this one topic,
    my advise is to spray the fragrance on a card first. Let it dry. If it’s appealing, chances are you’ll like it on the skin. If it’s offensive, stay clear of it. Sample test only two fragrances at a time. One on each wrist. Try to avoid constantly smelling the fragrance as it dries so that you’re sinuses don’t act the skin to speed up the drying process. Never rub the fragrance, gentle blow on the skin to speed up drying process. Walk around the store or do some shopping for at least 30 minutes to allow the perfume to reach the base note stage which is lingering scent that you and others around you will smell. In no time, you’ll find your signature scent. Mine is the intoxicating, Jimmy Coo ILLICIT. Now, go start your fragrance journey.

  • @awena8295
    @awena8295 5 місяців тому +19

    Someone give this lady an award 😍✨, I have a friend who literally sells perfume and when I asked for information she confused me more .. but this video helped a lot ❤

  • @kellikall
    @kellikall 11 місяців тому +9

    This was like the best unintentional ASMR ever 😭 the spritz every once in a while 😗🤌 chefs kiss

  • @yousufahmed7457
    @yousufahmed7457 Рік тому +14

    “It’s a ting, that makes tings smell gud” love it fam🤣🤣🤣

  • @agir8233
    @agir8233 2 роки тому +20

    Omg! Where have you been all my life! Thank you Sam

  • @the_marynator
    @the_marynator 2 роки тому +38

    This is the best Perfume 101 video I've found so far. Thank you!!

  • @kbeautyhobbit
    @kbeautyhobbit Рік тому +6

    This is such a fantastic, thorough video. Thank you! This fragrance beginner is very impressed

  • @MarcyMallouf
    @MarcyMallouf Рік тому +4

    I loved your sharing such important details about scents . I am not knowledgable but now I feel more confident in finding something special that speaks to me.

  • @ArcherVegaMusic
    @ArcherVegaMusic Рік тому +10

    I layer graphite and warm vanilla sugar (both body sprays by bath and body works). Smells amazing, and is the inspo behind me starting to make my own scents!

  • @jennavhuang
    @jennavhuang 2 роки тому +13

    Came from Sams recommendation and thank you so much for this, so informative

  • @rogdahir9203
    @rogdahir9203 3 місяці тому +2

    Thank you so much, I am a bit on the older side(27) and I still feel awkward asking people about recommendations for perfumes. This video gave me a chance to explore by myself and figure out what I might like on my own.

    • @aycavevo
      @aycavevo Місяць тому

      Girl...27 is old???!!

  • @ginettem8
    @ginettem8 2 роки тому +5

    Love how your cat is in and out of vid lol great info !! Thx to Sam!!

  • @mscoolbee
    @mscoolbee Рік тому +10

    This is a great video for a beginner like myself! I plan on ordering essential oils to help me distinguish the notes! Thank you so much!❤❤

    • @TheThingAboutWhit
      @TheThingAboutWhit  Рік тому +3

      Awesome! That’s a great way to start learning how to pick up on notes ✨

  • @jills5790
    @jills5790 2 роки тому +3

    The sleeping kitty in the background brought me great joy, and the video was so informative! 💖

    • @TheThingAboutWhit
      @TheThingAboutWhit  2 роки тому +1

      She's an absolute hoot lol but thank you so much for watching 😊

  • @VictoryThruLife
    @VictoryThruLife Місяць тому

    I just wanted to learn more about perfumes because I plan on purchasing a perfume gift for my mother and I want to thank you for this crash course on fragrances and what to expect or look into. I'm typically on the fence about purchasing the specific perfume from Walmart through a 3rd party seller because its discounted at half price but at its normal base price it varies from $108 to $130 at the 3.4 oz bottle.

  • @treetoptreetop2730
    @treetoptreetop2730 Рік тому +6

    Is it me or have you ever worn a fragrance that made you feel pretty, confident, casual or sexy. I wear fragrance everyday even if I'm not leaving the house. I feel naked without a fragrance. I love your content. I'm a new sub. Will definitely be a loyal sub. Very informative.

  • @toniodejimi3905
    @toniodejimi3905 Рік тому +1

    Perfume, put so simply. I absolutely love this. Learned so much from this video, thank you!

  • @LifeUntilLove
    @LifeUntilLove 4 місяці тому +1

    This was so helpful! Thank you for making this so clear and understandable.

  • @ShadowKingpin
    @ShadowKingpin Рік тому +3

    Amazing work with this video!! You helped so much, and I cannot thank you enough for making this video!

  • @taylordavis8731
    @taylordavis8731 Рік тому +2

    This was the most informative video on perfume basics that I have seen. Well done!

  • @yfset8
    @yfset8 Рік тому +2

    Fantastic video! Very informative!

  • @shanelrichardson847
    @shanelrichardson847 5 місяців тому

    Am new to the perfume business and you help and make it so easy to understand. More videos needed. For those interested in starting a business thank you

  • @wenchen2553
    @wenchen2553 5 місяців тому

    I love how informative and emotionally supportive this video is 😂❤❤

  • @chickennuggies906
    @chickennuggies906 8 місяців тому +2

    cloying is so interesting. i thought i was just weird for feeling a subtle disgust and getting a headache from memo paris' cappadocia. good to know im not alone & there is a word for it.

  • @bahamama323
    @bahamama323 3 роки тому +4

    Learned quite a bit within the first 10 minutes, wow!

  • @JaneyM_M
    @JaneyM_M Рік тому +2

    I loved this video,so educative.

  • @TheKiwibirder
    @TheKiwibirder 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for this. I am just starting to get into fragrance, and there is so much to learn. I have a medical condition which prohibits me from drinking alcohol, so since I can’t get into wine, I figured I’d try fragrance instead!

  • @LittleMew133
    @LittleMew133 Рік тому +1

    This is like Perfume 101. Thanks for the lessons!

  • @Herprettygarden
    @Herprettygarden 10 місяців тому +2

    Super helpful. Thank you!! 🙏🏾

  • @cpskaggs1600
    @cpskaggs1600 2 роки тому +2

    What a great video! So much information for those who are just starting out!

  • @AWAVEINTHEOCEAN-lc5tf
    @AWAVEINTHEOCEAN-lc5tf 2 місяці тому +1

    This is an excellent video for beginners and intermediate fragrance collectors. Whitney is obviously well educated and most likely at least bilingual if not multilingual which brings me to the one criticism, although minor, if making a video for English Speakers in America, it would have been better had she used the common English Pronunciation for words such as RENAISSANCE ( Ren is sance); although her pronunciation may be correct. It is the reason why I dislike AI Voiced videos, which I avoid, because of the incorrect and often changed during the video of words. But, Whitney is informative and pleasant to listen and my criticism is probably based on being a croupy old man.

  • @avisz
    @avisz Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much! This is a very nice video to start out :)

  • @brunapurtell4346
    @brunapurtell4346 21 день тому

    This was so helpful as I'm getting into fragrances! TY

  • @zasharadouglas770
    @zasharadouglas770 11 місяців тому +1

    Amazing introductory video! Thank you! ❤

  • @Saron99
    @Saron99 Рік тому +1

    I love this video, so informative and well made!

  • @RA-cp7zt
    @RA-cp7zt 5 місяців тому +1

    This was so so helpful!

  • @97Gabulek
    @97Gabulek 2 роки тому +1

    Such a well thought out and informative video, thank you.
    Also, you look absolutely stunning!

  • @jackiepleez
    @jackiepleez 10 місяців тому

    Hello Whitney I’m new to your Chanel and I love this video ! I think this is a great introduction video to the world of fragrances. You did a wonderful job job explaining how to learn about scents profiles and I love experimenting with mixing body oil with perfumes. I’m on the journey to finding my perfect scent and I think you helped me a ton ! Bless you babe ❤!

  • @glorias.2930
    @glorias.2930 8 місяців тому +1

    Excellent video! So thorough!

  • @erikapz
    @erikapz 2 роки тому +1

    Here from Sam's shout out- so helpful! 100% relate to the Cat Mom moment 🤣

  • @1432Tiffany
    @1432Tiffany Рік тому +1

    This video is perfect. You’re so knowledgeable and elegant. 😌

  • @minachisperfumeempire9069
    @minachisperfumeempire9069 Рік тому +1

    This is a great video for a beginner. You tit the concept real good. Thank you for the insight.

  • @villanellenova
    @villanellenova 2 місяці тому

    YOUR CAT!!!!!😻😻😻so cute in that basket

  • @sumayyahAKhan
    @sumayyahAKhan 2 роки тому +2

    Samantha Ravndahl mentioned about you on her IG stories about a month ago and I clicked on your video on April 15 that same day but watching vids today from my history 😃

  • @SDRWORK
    @SDRWORK 2 місяці тому

    Love the video!!! It was really helpful.

  • @RicardoCarvalho_1996
    @RicardoCarvalho_1996 Рік тому

    Thank for this video, I've watched so many videos and fragrance youtubers and Istill learned a bunch of new things!

  • @j34n66
    @j34n66 Рік тому

    i just bought my first today! and i can feel an obsession developing 😅 love your vibe girl thank you!

  • @SonjasStars
    @SonjasStars 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing this!! 🙌😍

  • @Themoonslore
    @Themoonslore 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you! This was so informative. I’ve been meaning to start my perfume journey

    • @TheThingAboutWhit
      @TheThingAboutWhit  2 роки тому

      Well, I'm glad to have been able to help you out a lil bit 😊

  • @ashad4315
    @ashad4315 Рік тому

    I just came across your video, thanks so much! This is the best breakdown I have seen. Also I love your style :)

  • @southbug27
    @southbug27 Рік тому +2

    2:08 I’ve also heard that perfume was popular at Versailles because the courtiers would relieve themselves by the palace’s staircases, & because they were often drunk & wearing elaborate clothes, they would often accidentally tinkle on themselves so the perfume helped cover up the drunken urine odor. 😳🤮

  • @TimiAdeogun
    @TimiAdeogun Рік тому +1

    Thanks so much, this is very helpful

  • @ghaida2349
    @ghaida2349 3 місяці тому

    wow that was so beneficial!! thanks a lot

  • @aheimdahl5201
    @aheimdahl5201 Рік тому +1

    I am looking to make a specific Fragrance that was Discontinued in the 90s.
    It has 18 Notes.
    I have never been able to find anything to beat it, it is super rare and super expensive when I do find it ($600+) and no Dupes have been created of it yet.
    I have gotten desperate, lmao and have decided if I want this, I will have to make it myself (have no clue what I am doing, lol) - it may not wind up exact but if I can get close, I will be happy.
    It was called Ambre Antique and was made by Coty, and it was Launched in 1905.

    • @TheThingAboutWhit
      @TheThingAboutWhit  Рік тому

      Ah! That is so cool! I hope you are able to create something you are happy with 😊

  • @ellenpaige3578
    @ellenpaige3578 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent video! Very informative, interesting and helpful.

  • @ericac7702
    @ericac7702 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this lesson. It has helped me tremendously in my new perfume collection journey. Looking forward to using your tips.

  • @supernaught1963
    @supernaught1963 Рік тому +1

    Wow. Very comprehensive; thank you.

  • @shannon4light
    @shannon4light 8 місяців тому

    Very well done. Thank you for this!

  • @mz.priscillaj
    @mz.priscillaj Місяць тому

    Thank you for this. Where did you purchase the fragrance oils? I’m new here and want to learn the smells

  • @antoinetted6274
    @antoinetted6274 3 роки тому +8

    I learned a lot from this video Whit. I agree I found this fragrance I bought from a local company in The Bahamas called Scentastic listen they have this body mist she is soon going to come out with perfumes, but this body mist called midnight has dark berries amber and sweet orange notes. I have found nothing to beat it yet and I will wear it everyday sorry not sorry🙃🙂❤👍🏾💕

  • @shirley.m
    @shirley.m 3 роки тому

    Learned so much!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge 💞💞

  • @thericodino
    @thericodino 7 місяців тому

    Phenomenal work thank you so much !

  • @jaisparks6091
    @jaisparks6091 2 роки тому +1

    Very informative video. Thank you

  • @fatmaaalaa
    @fatmaaalaa Рік тому

    Ur super eloquent and charming ❤❤❤ Already subscribed

  • @TheAylain
    @TheAylain 4 місяці тому

    Yes, thank you so much!!❤

  • @BeautyAndTheFrizz
    @BeautyAndTheFrizz Рік тому

    This is soooo helpful! Thank you!

  • @ccwan88
    @ccwan88 Рік тому +1

    Hi! I’m a fragrance noob, so this video was super helpful! One question… should your hair product scent and your perfume be similar? My hair products are fresh, floral, and a bit citrusy, but the perfume I wanted to try is a sweet, vanilla, cotton candy, coconut scent… is this a bad idea?

    • @TheThingAboutWhit
      @TheThingAboutWhit  Рік тому +1

      What a great question! I combine different scented hair products with different body care all the time and the results have always been pleasant. I feel like the body care scents takes the lead most of the time anyway, so if I do ever try to use both hair and body products that smell similarly, it’s only for fun (and to feel extra fancy hehe)

  • @jayc1595
    @jayc1595 10 місяців тому

    I have to say you really remind me of Tati Gabrielle, you're both very pretty!

  • @pasitheathanatosasmr488
    @pasitheathanatosasmr488 Рік тому

    Solstice Scents is SO GOOD 🤤

  • @kerineze
    @kerineze Рік тому

    Oh I’m so glad I found this video🥰

  • @martinaerossi4756
    @martinaerossi4756 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much❤️ very dynamic and helpful content🙏✨

  • @GinaMusicPro
    @GinaMusicPro 5 місяців тому

    Thank you so much!

  • @LaurennR
    @LaurennR 10 місяців тому

    Can you explain why some notes change in a bad way on your own skin ?

  • @icedcocoa221
    @icedcocoa221 2 роки тому +1

    Wonderful video.

  • @AWAVEINTHEOCEAN-lc5tf
    @AWAVEINTHEOCEAN-lc5tf 2 місяці тому

    Another minor criticism is she doesn't recommend places to buy fragrances in full bottles, decanters, and samples with discount. This probably involves developing a relationship with the sellers after contacting them.

  • @MpatheticNtrusions
    @MpatheticNtrusions Рік тому

    Grand Soir 6.8 oz cause they might be discontinuing it and its great

  • @joannathesinger770
    @joannathesinger770 Рік тому +1

    Renaissance...accent on the 1st syllable, not the 2nd or 3rd...

  • @JenErin29
    @JenErin29 2 місяці тому

    "I could spend hours in a store". Ah yes me too! It's so much fun.

  • @ellesmelly
    @ellesmelly 2 роки тому

    Love all the detail!! Also love having citations in the description

  • @jxlene111
    @jxlene111 Рік тому

    thank you!!

  • @tannnshiii
    @tannnshiii Рік тому

    Stupid question but how do I try and recognize the different notes as I’m smelling it? For example I tried the bright crystal from Versace and it’s middle notes had lotus or floral scents but it did not really smell floral or I just don’t know how to smell stuff well. Eitherways any insight would be really great!

    • @TheThingAboutWhit
      @TheThingAboutWhit  Рік тому +1

      Ahh! What an interesting question. Now, mind you, I’m no scent expert/professional but I do have an opinion lol. I feel like scents/picking up scents is very much an individual experience and things can smell differently to/on different people. BUT in regards to your actual question, may I suggest exploring more? Like familiarizing yourself with more fragrances over and over again, noticing the notes based on what’s listed for them and noticing how they smell to you, and then letting the natural familiarity that comes from repetition occur. I think that’s how I learned-just trying a lot of scents and noticing what I smell and picking up on the scent memory when smelling a different fragrance😊

    • @tannnshiii
      @tannnshiii Рік тому

      @@TheThingAboutWhit that’s a great idea! I think I’ll definitely have to check up on the notes before smelling it so I can recognize it once. Thank you so much!
      I went into the store today to check out some perfumes and my family was pretty impressed with my knowledge, thanks to your video. this is probably the most explained video out there on fragrances so thank you for that as well. Ended up buying Valentino born in roma

  • @TheSecretCosmos
    @TheSecretCosmos 8 місяців тому

    Absolutely loved this! What an insightful video. We have just shared an ebook on the science and art behind perfume making for those who would be interested! 💜

  • @AyamMilo
    @AyamMilo Місяць тому +1

    Am I the only one seeing the cat in the basket😂

  • @PaJeanSott
    @PaJeanSott Рік тому

    The algorithm got one with this one

  • @serpentine6732
    @serpentine6732 2 роки тому

    I love this Video. You're so cool.

  • @KittenCasserole
    @KittenCasserole Рік тому +1

    👏👏👏

  • @frankensteinsbride1620
    @frankensteinsbride1620 2 роки тому +1

    Im another Samantha referral 😂 I live in Costa Rica and we don't have seasons. And I always thought that is kinda dumb to have rules about when you can wear perfumes. There's millions of people that don't have seasons and can't subscribe to those rules or people that just don't want to do that and that's OK

    • @TheThingAboutWhit
      @TheThingAboutWhit  2 роки тому

      👋🏽Hi there! Yeah, I only take those “rules” as suggestions/options especially when they don’t apply to me haha

  • @グレーシャツ
    @グレーシャツ 8 місяців тому

    🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @ODSTALCAPWNED
    @ODSTALCAPWNED Рік тому

    ohmygod ive joked that Paris was the perfume capital of the world because of necessity I didn't know that's Actually Why

  • @ashleyr7764
    @ashleyr7764 5 місяців тому

    🩷

  • @sonaliahuja
    @sonaliahuja 7 місяців тому +2

    How can I focus on what you say when there's a cat right there

  • @youreinacultcallyourdad395
    @youreinacultcallyourdad395 26 днів тому

    I would just add that it might be worth it to get some 1-2ml spray bottles off Amazon and see if your friends and family will decant samples of what they already own for you to try. As long as you have a label maker, you can easily label these and quickly build up a little stash of different things.

  • @englishtreeabc
    @englishtreeabc 9 місяців тому +2

    Kitty

  • @pumpkineckbort8856
    @pumpkineckbort8856 Рік тому

    Thanks for the video. I feel a little more direction now. 🙂

  • @draje_prikol
    @draje_prikol 2 роки тому

    Your video is so helpful, thank you!

  • @virginia-marieparker6325
    @virginia-marieparker6325 3 місяці тому

    🫵🏻🏆💝