Valentine’s Day is next week and if you’re feeling unlucky in love, research suggest that perhaps the fragrance you’re wearing is attracting the wrong type of person. According to a survey by The Perfume Shop, 1 in 10 people have had an encounter with someone based on the scent they were wearing and a fifth of … More The Scent of Attraction
Since scent is often synonymous with identity, it seems only natural that the New Year would be a perfect time to reinvent oneself with a new fragrance! Take a look at some of our fragrance recommendations for a new year, new you: TerraNova’s Ile de Santal is the perfect perfume oil if you love … More New Year, New You, New Fragrance!
With the new year coming up, many of us are thinking about our resolutions for 2017. If one of those resolutions is to lose weight, just know that you could be losing your fragrance too (gasp)! The oils in our skin help dissolve and retain scent molecules. When you have more oil in … More You Smell Like You’re Losing Weight?
Summer is almost here and with temperatures starting to rise, it’s important that we pick the right fragrance to keep us smelling summer-fresh! Here are a few tips from the fragrance experts at TerraNova on how to pick the right perfume this summer. Go for the lighter version of the perfume that you normally use. … More How to Pick the Perfect Summer Fragrance
Patchouli was one of the original scents introduced by Terranova‘s founder Jane Saunders back in 1970. Back then, Patchouli was a favorite by many of the “free spirits” living in Berkley, CA and quickly gained in popularity. Fast forward, 45 years later, our Patchouli Essential Oil continues to be a Terranova favorite, not only because … More The Health Benefits of Patchouli
Looking for just the right fragrance to express your individuality? Take our free quiz and find out what your hobbies, interests, and traits reveal about your perfect fragrance. Afterwards, be sure to check out some of our recommendations! Have Fun! Take Quiz Now
Like clothing, more and more people are buying fragrances online without trying them mainly because you can get a wider selection and more affordable price than you can at the department store and, sometimes, you may be miles away from a department store. So, the question arises, “How do I choose a fragrance, when I … More Tips for Buying Fragrances Online When You Can’t Smell Them
When a perfume sales person asks me, “Do you prefer eau de parfume or eau de toilette?” My initial response is, “Please speak English!” Here are some of our tips to help familiarize you with common fragrance terms and lingo that will make your next trip to the perfume counter less intimidating. First off, know … More Deciphering Fragrance Jargon
We’ve all been there…spritz on a bottle of your favorite perfume or fragrance before you head out for the day, only to discover that the smell is gone before you’re even out the door! Frustrating isn’t it? The fact of the matter is the way you apply fragrance can have a profound effect on its … More Making Fragrance Linger Longer
Although it’s uncommon, it is possible for perfume fragrances to go bad. Typically, the rate at which your fragrance will go bad depends on the notes. According to experts, if a certain perfume has a lot of naturals, like citrus or other fast-evaporating ingredients, it’s more likely to turn bad much faster than a fragrance … More How to Know When Your Fragrance has Gone Bad & How to Make Them Last Longer
