Why Your Perfume Smells Different in Cooler Weather
Why Your Perfume Smells Different in Cooler Weather
US · Published Oct 4, 2025
Cooler temperatures slow perfume evaporation, making base notes more noticeable.
Low humidity in winter reduces perfume intensity and diffusion.
Dry winter skin affects perfume binding, so moisturizing helps prolong the scent.
Perfume scent changes with cooler weather
It's a common observation, and the answer lies in a combination of factors related to temperature, humidity, and even your own body chemistry. During warmer months, the heat causes perfume molecules to evaporate more quickly. This rapid evaporation means the fragrance projects more intensely and you experience the top, middle, and base notes in a more accelerated fashion.
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