The Art Of Applying Cologne: Behind The Ears

Spraying cologne behind your ears is a great way to make your fragrance last longer and keep it fresh around your face all day. The ears are a pulse point, an area where your heart pulse can be felt, and these points are among the warmest spots on your body. This warmth helps your fragrance release into the air. If the tops of your ears are a bit oily, spraying a little cologne there can also help trap the fragrance, keeping the scent around your head for hours. However, some people believe that the back of the ears is a bad place for perfume, as the glands there produce an oily-smelling substance that may distort your fragrance.

How to Spray Cologne Behind Ears

Spraying cologne on the wrists

The wrists are a popular place to spray cologne, but there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure you're doing it right. Firstly, it's important to hold the bottle 3-6 inches away from your body. Holding the bottle any closer than 3 inches risks over-applying, while spraying further than 6 inches away will likely result in under-application.

When applying cologne to your wrists, it's best to spray it onto pulse points. These areas generate heat, helping to diffuse the fragrance throughout the day and allowing it to meld with your body chemistry to create your signature scent. However, it's worth noting that some people avoid applying cologne directly to their wrists, as the fragrance can be quickly rubbed off through activities such as washing your hands or laying your wrists on tables.

If you want to avoid these issues, you can try alternative application methods. One option is to spray the cologne onto your fingertips and then dab it onto your wrists. This can help prevent over-application and reduce the amount of fragrance that gets rubbed off. Another option is to spray the cologne onto your inner elbows instead of your wrists, as this area provides similar benefits in terms of heat and pulse points but may be less likely to come into contact with surfaces.

Additionally, it's important to remember that the wrists are not the only place to apply cologne. You can also spray it on other areas such as the neck, chest, forearms, or even the back of the neck and behind the ears, depending on your preferences and the desired strength of the scent. Experimenting with different application methods and locations can help you find what works best for you.

Spraying cologne on the chest

If you are wearing multiple layers of clothing, spraying cologne on your chest may make the scent more faint, as it will have to project through the fabric. In this case, you may need to spray an extra time over your clothes, especially if the cologne is a scent that does not carry well.

Some people choose to spray cologne on their chest as well as other areas such as the wrists, neck, and back of the neck. This can help improve the projection of the fragrance. However, it is important to consider that overspraying can be a waste of fragrance and may bother other people.

When spraying cologne on the chest, it is recommended to spray about one inch down from the collarbone, as this is a pulse point where the blood warms the perfume and gives it more sillage.

Spraying cologne on the inner elbow

The inner elbow is one of the best places to spray cologne, as the fragrance benefits from body heat, which will warm through the scent. The subtle scent will also be appreciated when offering somebody a handshake.

When applying cologne to the inner elbow, hold the bottle a few inches away from the skin and spray once or twice, depending on the desired intensity of the scent. It is important not to overdo it, as this can be overwhelming for both the wearer and those around them.

Some people also recommend spraying the inner elbow of your shirt, in addition to your skin. This allows the heat from your body to radiate the scent through both sides of the fabric, intensifying the fragrance.

Applying cologne to the inner elbow is a great way to ensure that you can smell the scent throughout the day and can be combined with other application areas, such as the neck or wrists, to create a signature fragrance.

Spraying cologne on the back of the neck

Some people choose to spray cologne on the back of the neck at the hairline, as this area is less likely to be disturbed by activities such as hugging, wearing a hat, or washing the face. It is also a good option if you want people behind you to smell your fragrance. The back of the neck is also a good choice if you want to avoid getting cologne on your clothes, as it is less likely to be covered by fabric.

However, it is worth noting that some people believe that the back of the neck is not the best place to spray cologne, as this area can produce oil and sweat, which can affect the fragrance. Some people also find that spraying cologne on their wrists and then rubbing their wrists on the sides of their necks works better for them, as it avoids getting cologne directly on the skin of the neck.

Ultimately, the best place to spray cologne will vary from person to person, and it may take some experimentation to find the "prime areas" that work best for you.

Spraying cologne on the collarbone

To make your cologne last longer, it is recommended to spray it on your skin rather than your clothes. This is because fragrances are designed to interact with the oils and pH of your skin, enhancing and prolonging the scent.

The best spots to spray cologne on the body are heated areas, including the neck, chest, pulse points, forearms, and inner elbows. The collarbone is one such pulse point, and spraying cologne here will help diffuse the fragrance throughout the day.

When applying cologne to the collarbone, hold the bottle 3-6 inches away from your body. Any closer than 3 inches risks over-applying, and any further than 6 inches will likely result in under-application. Start with a light application—one spray to the collarbone area is usually sufficient. If you notice that the scent fades quickly, you can choose another area to spray, such as the neck or forearms, the next time you apply.

You can also spray cologne on the back of the neck, just below the hairline, as this is another pulse point. However, be aware that cologne applied to the back of the neck can rub off when you hug someone, scratch your ears, wear a hat/helmet, or wash your face.

In addition to the collarbone and back of the neck, some people also recommend spraying cologne on the front of the neck, just below the ears, to avoid going nose blind to the scent.

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