The Art Of Applying Strong Cologne: Target Pulse Points

Knowing where to apply cologne is an art form. If not done properly, it can lead to over-application or a scent that fades quickly. Cologne should be applied to the pulse points or warmest areas of the body, such as the neck, chest, wrists, and inner elbows. These areas produce a lot of body heat, which helps the fragrance continue to smell good all day long. It is best to choose one or two spots, so the smell isn't overwhelming.

Where to Apply Strong Cologne

Pulse points

The best spots to spray cologne on the body are the pulse points, including the neck, chest, wrists, forearms, inner elbows, and behind the ears. These areas tend to emanate more heat, thus diffusing your fragrance into the air.

When applying cologne to pulse points, hold the bottle 3-6 inches away from your skin and spray sparingly. Choose one or two pulse points to apply the cologne to, rather than applying it to every pulse point, as this will likely be overwhelming for those around you.

The wrists and neck make an excellent combination, as these are classic pulse points. However, other pulse points such as the chest, inner elbows, and behind the ears can also be good choices, depending on the situation. For example, applying cologne to the chest can be a great choice if you know you will be hugging someone, as it will provide a nice burst of scent for them.

Applying cologne to the pulse points on your neck can be great for a date, but it may be too strong for an office environment. If you are going to be in close contact with someone, it is also a good idea to apply cologne to your neck, so that your date can smell your unique scent, which is created by the cologne mixing with your natural scent.

Wrists

The wrists are one of the best places to apply strong cologne as they are pulse points, which emit more heat than other parts of the body. This heat activates and maximises your cologne, helping it to develop properly.

However, some people argue that applying cologne to the wrists is inefficient and redundant. This is because the wrists are often washed or laid on a table, which can quickly rub off the fragrance.

If you do decide to apply cologne to your wrists, make sure to avoid rubbing your wrists together. This can dull the top notes of your cologne and change the way it smells by vigorously mixing it with your natural oils. Instead, let the scent soak into your skin, or lightly dab your wrists together or against other pulse points.

To apply cologne to your wrists, hold the bottle 3-6 inches away from your skin and spray. This is the ideal distance to avoid over or under applying.

Neck

The neck is one of the best places to apply cologne, as it is a pulse point that produces a lot of body heat, which helps the fragrance to continue smelling good all day long.

When applying cologne to the neck, hold the bottle 3 to 6 inches away. If the bottle is any closer than 3 inches, you risk over-applying, and spraying from further than 6 inches away will likely result in under-application. One spritz to the neck is usually enough, as you don't want to overwhelm those around you.

The back of the neck is the best target area, as heat is continuously produced here, keeping the fragrance alive throughout the day. However, avoid applying cologne to the front of your neck, as the alcohol in perfume can dry out the skin, leading to premature ageing.

If you are going on a date, applying cologne to your neck is a good idea, as the scent will mix with your natural scent, creating a unique smell.

Chest

The chest is one of the best places to apply cologne. It is a great place to apply cologne because it scents your shirt and provides a nice burst of scent to anyone you might hug. The chest is far away enough from the nose that the olfactory oscillations are maintained, and close enough that the intensity of the smell is appropriate.

The chest is a pulse point, an area of the body that produces a lot of body heat. The heat will cause the fragrance to continue to smell good all day long. It is also a good place to project your scent to those around you. When interacting with others, almost all of the time we respond by making hand gestures, and if you have cologne on your chest, the scent will project towards the person you are interacting with.

When applying cologne to the chest, make sure to hold the bottle 3-6 inches away from your body. Any closer and you risk over-applying, any further and you will likely under-apply. One or two sprays on the chest should be enough.

Behind the ears

Applying cologne behind the ears is a great way to make your fragrance last longer and keep it fresh around your face all day. This is because the area behind the ear is a pulse point, an area on the body where the heart pulse can be felt, and the warmth of your blood will help release the fragrance into the air.

When applying cologne to this area, hold the bottle three to six inches away and spritz once or twice—be careful not to overspray. If your ears are a little oily, you can also spray a little cologne there, as the oil will help to trap the fragrance.

Some people prefer to spray cologne on the back of the neck, rather than behind the ears, as they feel this area offers similar effects without the risk of the scent being rubbed off by hats, helmets, or hugging. However, others argue that applying cologne behind the ears is preferable as it is less likely to be covered by clothing, allowing the fragrance to project around you.

If you don't like the idea of spraying cologne directly onto your skin, an alternative method is to spray it onto your wrists and then tap your wrists behind your ears.

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