Perfume layering: experiment, try and create unique aromas

Personality is appreciated more every day and we love to enjoy those little things designed especially for us, including perfumes. Looking for that one scent that represents you and is part of you as a person is now possible thanks to the technique of layering, the art of combining pre-existing perfumes to create new aromas.

You can do something by developing your own perfume create something unique and personal that defines you as a person. That's why in this article we're going to tell you everything you need to know about the art of layering. Put it into practice and experience a completely new sensory experience.

You determine the limits yourself, play, experiment and make it your own!

What is layering?

Layering, better known as the art of combining various perfumes, is a technique that consists of combining several pre-existing scents in that way create new and personalized scents.

This technique has been used for centuries in the Middle East and now, thanks to the most advanced perfume brands, it has become a revolutionary trend in the perfume world in the West.

Play and experiment with mixing olfactory notes, fragrance families, intensities ... The possibilities are endless and anyone can put layering into practice to put their own personal stamp on a perfume. Although, if you are a beginner, it is important that you know some tips and tricks first.

Tips for practicing layering

Since it is such a new technique, you may not know where to start. With the following tips and tricks that we give you, you will get the push you need to get started with this technique to create perfect combinations. Challenge yourself!

How many perfumes should I use?

Start by mixing only 2 perfumes. We all know the saying Less is More and if you're just starting out, we recommend experimenting with just two perfumes. Little by little you discover what you like and you can do a lot more complex mixtures create with more than two scents.

Which notes can I combine?

Combine perfumes that have a common note such as vanilla, jasmine or green tea. You can also use a perfume with a leading, more dominant note, such as rose, combine with another, more faceted scent. As time goes by you will be able to make more daring creations and contrasting notes to mix, such as spicy and sweet.

Likewise, we recommend that you opt for linear aromas to start with. They retain the same scent from the moment you apply them until they disappear from your skin. For example perfumes with musk or woody notes.

And which olfactory families?

At first you can choose to mix aromas belonging to the same olfactory family, for example woody with woody, floral with floral... When you discover what suits you and you start to master the technique, we encourage you recommend using different families, such as woody with fruity or floral with spicy.

And remember, the perfume you create by mixing other existing ones will not belong to a specific fragrance family. It will be unique and personal.

Which scents go first?

Although the layering technique is very much based on personal taste, if you are not convinced by very heavy or strong aromas, you can start by mixing only light scents. If you decide to combine aromas of different intensity, we recommend that you first apply the heavier perfume, so that it does not overpower the fragrance notes of the lighter.

How and where do I mix the scents?

You can choose to mix it directly on the body to spray, or you can a tub use. We recommend using our refillable vaporizer, which allows you to take your creation with you anywhere thanks to its small size.

If you choose to spray it on your body, you can mix the perfumes in the same area or each perfume in a different part. Remember to always moisturize your skin well to get a longer fragrance life on your skin.

The best combinations to create unique scents

Be inspired by these perfume combinations that already exist to create your own scents and make them your own best combinations for layering to play with, experiment and enjoy are here! In addition, they are a perfect and very original gift for that special someone.

• DIVAIN-L10: FEELING LOVE: this layering based on oriental fragrances is the union of our DIVAIN-600, similar to Girl of Now by Elie Saab with DIVAIN-155, similar to Hypnotic Poison by Dior. The aim of combining both perfumes is to create new exotic facets by adding an irresistible floral and vanilla touch.
• DIVAIN-L11: ALWAYS YOU: this pack contains DIVAIN-602, similar to Libre by YSL and DIVAIN-568, similar to Mon Guerlain, which you can combine for an exquisite layering of surprising fragrances, designed for romantic and delicate women.
• DIVAIN-L12: FLORAL SENSATIONS: an irresistible layering that enhances the musk and cashmere notes of both perfumes (DIVAIN-599 and DIVAIN-199) to create a floral cocktail with never-before-seen facets.

And don't forget, transform and give your personal touch to what has already been created, experiment, try and play an expert perfumer. You set the limit!

And if you need any help or advice with layering, don't hesitate to drop us a line!