Following a few simple tips will lessen your worries when it comes time to get comfortable with your date.
1. Take a shower or a lavish bath before your date using soap or body wash. This will cleanse and restore your skin while also leaving a fresh, light fragrance. If possible use a soap or body wash that has the same aroma as your perfume, cologne or aftershave. Keep the soap or body wash fairly basic if you can not match your fragrance. The goal here is to smell clean after washing.
2. Apply a neutral deodorant after your bath. Keep in mind that you do not want a deodorant that will overpower your perfume. To subdue any bacterial odors it is recommended using a deodorant and antiperspirant combination. Nerves will make you sweat more so if you are sooner to excess sweating you may want to consult your physician.
3. When it comes to perfume, cologne and aftershaves there is a full vary to choose from. Remember that not all of them will work with your body's chemistry. For spring / summer select citrus and light floral scents, whereas for fall / winter a warm and spicy scent is recommended.
4. When shopping for your 'signature scent', have an idea as to what you are looking for. Whether it is soft, strong, spicy, fresh or summary this will narrow down the possible selections. When shopping limit the number of trial scents to three and be sure that you avoid using spotted soaps and creams beforehand.
5. A good way to apply any fragrance is to spray the scent in front of you and walk through it. The goal is to avoid over spraying yourself. Applying fragrance after you shower will capture the scent and release it as your body heat increases. Avoid applying perfume to your neck. Since the neck is considered an erotic zone the last thing your date desires is to taste your perfume. Dab perfume to target zones, such as behind your ears, on your wrists, behind your knees and at the nape of your neck.
6. Wear clothing that breathes. Some clothing that is tight or clingy or made from fabrics that do not breathe will turn you into a perfume magnet and will not let the notes of the fragrance to evolve. In addition, avoid spraying perfume on certain fabrics as they may become stained.
7. Lastly, avoid activities where you may become sweaty unless there is a chance to freshen up. If your date is taking you dancing for example make sure you shower and apply deodorant beforehand and apply your signature scent without over doing it.
These tips are intended to help you win your date over without knock them out with your perfume.
