How to Layer Your Scents During the Winter
/Written by: Kabrea Thomas
I know you’re probably wondering, why is it important to layer your scents? Especially in the winter time? I know, I know, it can be a lot, but here’s why. Whether we like it or not, fragrances fade faster in the cold weather. The cold air reduces your skin’s natural warmth, which slows the evaporation of fragrances. But don’t worry, we’ve got 5 tips that can help enhance the longevity of your scents throughout the day.
1. Start with Hydrated Skin
First and foremost, always keep your skin hydrated. During the winter, your skin gets dry due to a combination of low humidity, cold air, and indoor heating, all of which strips moisture from the skin. As a result it’s super important to moisturize your skin as frequently as possible. To start this layering process we suggest applying an unscented or lightly fragranced moisturizer to your skin before layering scents. Hydrated skin holds fragrance longer, especially in dry winter weather.
2. Focus on Pulse Points and Clothing
Apply your base scent to pulse points (wrists, neck, behind ears, behind knees) and your top scent lightly on clothing or scarves. This keeps the fragrance lingering longer in cold weather.
3. Experiment with Fragrance Families
Combine different scent families—like mixing floral with gourmand or spicy with woodsy scents—to create a unique and balanced profile.
4. Layer Fragrances Strategically
Apply heavier scents (like oils or perfumes) closer to the skin and lighter ones (like mists or eau de toilettes) on top. This creates depth without overwhelming.
5. Incorporate Fragrance in Layers
Using scented body washes, lotions, and oils from the same or complementary scent family as your perfume for an amazing fragrance combo. If you’re not so much into mixing fragrance families, then you can always layer your favorite signature scents i.e. (body wash, cream, oil, etc.)
6. Don’t Overdo It (BONUS)
Stick to 2-3 fragrances max. Too many layers can become overwhelming or clash. Choose scents that harmonize instead of compete.
I hope these tips were helpful for you, and always feel free to share any other tips that wasn’t mentioned. If you’re currently experiencing cold weather try a tip or two, and let us know what that experience was like for you.