Are you searching for your next stand out scent? Thinking of switching things up with a body spray, or a body mist? To ensure you’re choosing the right fragrance for the occasion, you need to know your body sprays vs body mists. Oh, and of course body mist vs perfume! Hint: they all serve a purpose of making you smell good, but there are key differences you should know.
So, before you start adding body sprays, mists or perfumes to your basket, here’s all you need to know on body mist vs body spray vs perfume!
What is body mist?
A body mist is a light, soft version of a fragrance that is often feminine with sweet, fruity or floral notes. Its application involves a light ‘misting’ on the skin, that lingers delicately both on the body and in the air.
It’s no secret body mists have had a comeback, and have come a long way since the sickly-sweet memories of our school days. These lighter, brighter formulas are perfect for everyday wear and to layer with complimenting perfumes or body products, such as shower gel or body lotions. Find out why a body mist is a must-have in your fragrance wardrobe, and how to apply a body misthere.
When it comes to shopping body mists,there are so many choices! We recommend opting for fresh florals or gorgeous gourmand scents, as they naturally lend themselves to the lighter composition of a mist. We’re currently loving the Floral Street body mist range, offering dreamy vanilla and delicate white flower notes.
Floral Street
Sweet Almond Blossom
Body Mist
125ML
–
€29.00
Floral Street
Wild Vanilla Orchid
Body Mist
125ML
–
€29.00
Floral Street
Wonderland Peony
Body Mist
125ML
–
€29.00
And what is body spray?
Like a body mist, a body spray is a lighter version of a fragrance. They are very similar to body mists because they contain a higher level of alcohol and water with a low level of concentrated oils. However, body sprays often come in aerosol bottles, and don’t always have the typical sweet scent profile of body mists. Tom Ford Ombre Leather is a great example!
While both body mists and body sprays offer lighter alternatives to your favourite fragrances, body mists traditionally feature feminine notes. On the other hand, body sprays aren’t limited in their scent profile – think anything from woody amber toaromatic musk.
In recent years, body sprays for men have had a bit of a makeover, with luxury perfume houses releasing decadent sprays that complement their fragrance line.
Body mist vs perfume
The biggest difference between a body mist and a perfume is the formula, or the ratio, of concentrated oil to water and alcohol. Body mists have a lower level of concentrated oil and more alcohol or water, while perfume in various forms will have a higher level of oil and less water or alcohol.
Body mist can be applied on the skin or sprayed directly on clothes. However, its lower level of concentrated oil means it doesn’t have the longest staying power. Still, the generously sized sprays are often cheaper to buy, so you can top up throughout the day and enjoy it liberally, without worrying it will run out quickly!
Perfumes come in various strengths and formulas, such as Eau de Toilette and Eau de Parfum, and each has an increasing level of concentrated oil in them. The more oil present in a fragrance, the more potent the aroma and the longer it will linger on the skin.
When do I wear a body mist, body spray or perfume?
Different occasions call for different fragrances, so which formulas work best for which situation?
As a body spray or a body mist is a lighter scent that lasts for a shorter period, we suggest wearing these for any day-to-day activity, or keeping them handy for spritzing on the go. A must-have in your work or gym bag!
With perfumes, you’ll need to ask yourself how long you want your scent to last and what kind of impression you want to make. If you’re stuck on the age-old question, ‘What’s the difference between an Eau de Parfum and an Eau de Toilette?’, our perfume concentration guide is your new best friend.
Ready to spritz and mist?
Explore our full range of body mists and body sprays.
Body spray & body mist vs perfume
Are you searching for your next stand out scent? Thinking of switching things up with a body spray, or a body mist? To ensure you’re choosing the right fragrance for the occasion, you need to know your body sprays vs body mists. Oh, and of course body mist vs perfume! Hint: they all serve a purpose of making you smell good, but there are key differences you should know.
So, before you start adding body sprays, mists or perfumes to your basket, here’s all you need to know on body mist vs body spray vs perfume!
What is body mist?
A body mist is a light, soft version of a fragrance that is often feminine with sweet, fruity or floral notes. Its application involves a light ‘misting’ on the skin, that lingers delicately both on the body and in the air.
It’s no secret body mists have had a comeback, and have come a long way since the sickly-sweet memories of our school days. These lighter, brighter formulas are perfect for everyday wear and to layer with complimenting perfumes or body products, such as shower gel or body lotions. Find out why a body mist is a must-have in your fragrance wardrobe, and how to apply a body mist here.
When it comes to shopping body mists, there are so many choices! We recommend opting for fresh florals or gorgeous gourmand scents, as they naturally lend themselves to the lighter composition of a mist. We’re currently loving the Floral Street body mist range, offering dreamy vanilla and delicate white flower notes.
Floral Street
Sweet Almond Blossom
Body Mist
125ML – €29.00
Floral Street
Wild Vanilla Orchid
Body Mist
125ML – €29.00
Floral Street
Wonderland Peony
Body Mist
125ML – €29.00
And what is body spray?
Like a body mist, a body spray is a lighter version of a fragrance. They are very similar to body mists because they contain a higher level of alcohol and water with a low level of concentrated oils. However, body sprays often come in aerosol bottles, and don’t always have the typical sweet scent profile of body mists. Tom Ford Ombre Leather is a great example!
TOM FORD
Ombré Leather
Body Spray for him
150ML – €46.00
Body mist vs body spray
While both body mists and body sprays offer lighter alternatives to your favourite fragrances, body mists traditionally feature feminine notes. On the other hand, body sprays aren’t limited in their scent profile – think anything from woody amber to aromatic musk.
In recent years, body sprays for men have had a bit of a makeover, with luxury perfume houses releasing decadent sprays that complement their fragrance line.
Body mist vs perfume
The biggest difference between a body mist and a perfume is the formula, or the ratio, of concentrated oil to water and alcohol. Body mists have a lower level of concentrated oil and more alcohol or water, while perfume in various forms will have a higher level of oil and less water or alcohol.
Body mist can be applied on the skin or sprayed directly on clothes. However, its lower level of concentrated oil means it doesn’t have the longest staying power. Still, the generously sized sprays are often cheaper to buy, so you can top up throughout the day and enjoy it liberally, without worrying it will run out quickly!
Perfumes come in various strengths and formulas, such as Eau de Toilette and Eau de Parfum, and each has an increasing level of concentrated oil in them. The more oil present in a fragrance, the more potent the aroma and the longer it will linger on the skin.
When do I wear a body mist, body spray or perfume?
Different occasions call for different fragrances, so which formulas work best for which situation?
As a body spray or a body mist is a lighter scent that lasts for a shorter period, we suggest wearing these for any day-to-day activity, or keeping them handy for spritzing on the go. A must-have in your work or gym bag!
With perfumes, you’ll need to ask yourself how long you want your scent to last and what kind of impression you want to make. If you’re stuck on the age-old question, ‘What’s the difference between an Eau de Parfum and an Eau de Toilette?’, our perfume concentration guide is your new best friend.
Ready to spritz and mist?
Explore our full range of body mists and body sprays.
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