The Fragrance Journal
Your destination for fragrance discovery, expert guides, and the stories behind the world's most exquisite scents.
June 12, 2025
6 Common Perfume Myths Kenyans Should Stop Believing (And the Surprising Truths Behind Them)
“Think perfume has a gender? Or that niche scents are a waste of money? Let’s bust the biggest myths Kenyans believe about fragrance—and what actually matters when picking your signature scent.”
September 10, 2024
The best spots to apply perfume
The best spots to apply perfume are areas where the skin is warm and pulse points are close to the surface. These spots help the fragrance to diffuse naturally with your body heat. Here are the top spots: Avoid rubbing the perfume into your skin, as it can break down the fragrance. Instead, lightly spray […]
September 03, 2024
Fragrance Layering
What is fragrance Layering? Fragrance layering is the art of combining different scents to create a unique, personalized fragrance profile. This involves applying multiple perfumes or scented products, such as lotions, oils, or body washes, in a way that they complement each other. The goal is to enhance the complexity and longevity of your fragrance, […]
August 19, 2024
What is Nose Blindness?
Alright, let’s talk about this sneaky thing called nose blindness. You know when you spray on your go-to perfume in the morning, but by lunchtime, you’re like, “Did I even put anything on?” That’s not your perfume failing you—it’s nose blindness for ya! It’s your brain doing its thing, adapting to familiar smells so it […]
August 11, 2024
Looking for a Signature Scent? Here’s How to Find ‘The One”
2. Explore Your Scent Memory: Think about scents that evoke positive memories or emotions for you. This could be the smell of a specific flower, spice, or even a place. Scents tied to your memories can make for a powerful signature scent. 3. Consider Your Lifestyle: Choose a fragrance that matches your daily activities and […]
September 21, 2023
Tester vs. Original Perfume: What is the Difference?
What is a tester? Testers are basically original perfumes frequently sold in outer cartons without labels or cellophane. The widest variety of branded perfumes frequently produces testers. The most popular packaging is 100 ml, while additional variations include 50, 75, 90, and 125 ml which are available too. The idea is to demonstrate and showcase […]
January 30, 2023
How to Lipa Pole Pole
How to Use Our Lipa Pole Pole Plan Want to own your dream fragrance without the pressure of a one-off payment? Here’s how our flexible Lipa Pole Pole plan works: 1. Choose Your Perfume Select the perfume you’d like to purchase from our collection (excluding gift sets). 2. Payment Plan Details The payment is spread […]
January 30, 2023
Fragrance Concentration
Parfum extrait (PARFUM) Has the highest concentration 15% to 40% (with 12 hrs + longevity) of all with Eau de Parfum (EDP) 10% to 20% (usually about 15% )(6-12 hrs longevity) Eau de Toilette (EDT) 5% to 15% (usually 10% ) (3-8hrs longevity) Eau de Cologne (EDC) 2% to 4% (upto 2 hrs Longevity) Some […]







