Perfume for sun holidays

A perfume for a sun holiday should feel fresh, airy and balanced in heat. Citrus, marine notes, green notes, neroli and light musk often work best during the day. In the evening, you can choose more amber, woods or tropical fruit as long as the scent still has a clear opening.

Yes, citrus works very well in hot weather because it gives a clean and energetic opening. Mandarin, bergamot, orange and lemon often feel fresh without becoming heavy. Just keep the amount in check, as heat makes fragrance spread faster.

Choose an aquatic perfume if you want a cool, clean feel near the water. Choose a tropical perfume if you want more fruit, warmth and holiday feeling. Marine notes and bergamot work well for daytime, while mango, ginger, amber and musk can add more character in the evening.

Start with 2 to 3 sprays. In heat, it is better to apply less and top up later than to spray too much from the start. On flights, in restaurants and on trips close to others, a more restrained application is often enough.

Yes, especially if it combines a fresh opening with a soft base. A scent with citrus, green notes or marine notes in the opening and musk, amber or light woods in the base can work from day to evening. For more contrast, two scents are a better choice: a clean daytime profile and a warmer evening profile.