Perfume is a fragrance that contains the highest concentration of aromatic compounds, making it the strongest and longest-lasting fragrance available. Parfum, also known as pure perfume, is a type of fragrance that contains 20-30% of scented perfume ingredient in combination with alcohol and/or water. Eau de Parfum (EdP) is a high-grade perfume that contains a mildly lower percentage of essential fragrance compounds, averaging at 15-20%. Eau de Parfum is still a strong and long-lasting fragrance, but it is more accessible to purchase than pure parfum. Here are some details about eau de parfum and parfum:
Eau de Parfum (EdP)
- Contains 15-20% pure perfume essence.
- Has significant strength in scent and staying power.
- Is becoming increasingly popular as the desire for stronger, longer-lasting fragrance grows.
- Is more affordable than pure parfum.
Parfum
- Contains the highest concentration of aromatic compounds.
- Is the strongest and longest-lasting fragrance available.
- Contains 20-30% of scented perfume ingredient in combination with alcohol and/or water.
- Is the most expensive and high-quality fragrance.
The concentration of essential oils or aromatic compounds diluted in water and alcohol is the core difference between Parfum, EdP, EdT, EdC, and aftershave. Companies are not required to disclose the individual fragrance elements as the fragrance "blend" is considered proprietary information. Raw materials are very expensive, especially when they are natural, so the less you use, the less expensive the final product is. Here are some positive and negative aspects of fragrances:
Positive aspects
- Fragrances possess strong-smelling organic compounds that have characteristic, pleasant odors.
- They can make you feel more confident and attractive.
- They can evoke memories and emotions.
Negative aspects
- Fragrances can cause allergic reactions and ...
