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Have you ever purchased a men's perfume that you loved the smell of? Only to realise that after a few hours, it smelled completely different?

It could have started off with citrus notes and faded into warm woods. Or you may have thought it was going to be a spicy fragrance but found that the vanilla became dominant.

This is what makes men's perfumes interesting. Not everything will smell the same as what you first noticed.

At Scent Republic, we offer a wide range of men's perfumes from designer brands. You can find fragrances that are fresh, aromatic, spicy, woody and sweet. It all depends on what you like to smell like.

Why Do Men's Perfumes Smell Fresh Then Warm?

Think about the smell of an orange when you peel it open. You get a burst of citrus that hits you right away. Now think about the smell of sandalwood or amber. Or even vanilla. Perfume houses will combine these ingredients to create different fragrances.

Take Hugo Boss BOSS Bottled Eau de Toilette.

It has apple, which gives it a fruity scent. Cinnamon adds warmth and spice to the fragrance. As the perfume dries down, you start to notice the woody notes. So it can start off smelling fresh and turn into a warm, woody scent.

Something to keep in mind when reading about men's perfumes online. Look at the notes under the initial scent. They can give you an idea of what you will smell like as well.

Fresh Doesn't Always Mean Citrus

There are many men's fragrances that smell fresh. Some may remind you of the ocean. Others can smell like green notes or even soap.

Although they all have a fresh scent, they are not the same.

• Davidoff Cool Water Eau de Toilette is a fresh fragrance with aquatic and aromatic notes. It contains mint, lavender and woods.
• Armani Acqua di Giò is also a fresh fragrance but has marine and citrus notes along with aromatic ingredients.
• Azzaro Chrome Eau de Toilette has a citrus scent with aromatic and musky notes.

As you can see, they all smell fresh but have different notes. If you like a fresh-smelling men's perfume, you should know if you prefer citrus, aquatic or aromatic notes.

Not All Woods Smell the Same

Men's perfumes can contain cedarwood, sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli and oud. Just because a perfume contains woods doesn't mean it will smell like a forest.

Each type of wood can smell different. Cedarwood can give a dry woody scent. Sandalwood can be creamy. Vetiver can smell grassy or smoky. And oud can vary from a soft woody note to something much heavier.

Similar to how different types of wood can smell different. One may be rough and another may be polished. So if you don't like one woody fragrance, try another.

Men's Perfume That Smells Sweet

Vanilla, caramel, tonka bean and praline. These are all notes that can be found in men's perfumes.

• Armani Stronger With You is a warm fragrance that contains aromatic and spicy notes.
• Azzaro The Most Wanted is another fragrance that contains sweet and spicy notes, depending on which fragrance you choose.
• And Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male is a popular men's perfume that contains lavender and mint with a warm vanilla note.

These fragrances don't necessarily smell sweet from start to finish. There are other notes that will balance out the sweetness. If you like a warm-smelling men's perfume, look at what is combined with the vanilla or tonka bean.

Men's Cologne, Aftershave and Perfume

You may hear someone say they are wearing cologne. They could be referring to their Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum or Parfum.

Cologne is commonly used to describe a men's fragrance. However, Eau de Cologne is also a type of fragrance. Usually lighter in scent.

Aftershave can also be confusing. An aftershave is designed to be used after you shave, whereas an Eau de Toilette or Parfum is designed to be a fragrance. Always read the description to make sure you are getting what you want.

Especially if you are buying a replacement. Make sure you know if it's an Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum, Parfum or aftershave.

Should I Have Different Perfumes for Work and Nightlife?

No, you don't have to. You can wear any fragrance that you like at any time of day. Just be mindful of how much you apply and who is around you.

If you are at work, you are likely to be around people for long periods of time. So you may want to apply less perfume. The same goes for restaurants and buses.

Depending on the fragrance, you may only need a couple of sprays. You may want to wear something warmer when you go out at night. But there is no rule that says you should only wear fresh perfumes at work.

Wear what you like and adjust the amount you apply.

Can't Find Your Favourite Men's Fragrance?

You may have had a favourite perfume for years. Maybe it was a Hugo Boss, Calvin Klein or Armani fragrance.

One day, you decide to buy it online and there are multiple bottles that look similar. There may be an Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum, Intense and Elixir.

Which one should you buy?

Make sure you know the name of your previous bottle. Newer versions may not be the same fragrance, just with a higher concentration. They could have different notes and smell completely different.

Also, if a fragrance has changed over the years, it may not smell the same as your old bottle.

Men's Perfume Brands

There are many brands that manufacture men's perfumes.

• Hugo Boss has many fragrances, from BOSS Bottled to The Scent and HUGO. They can be aromatic, fruity, spicy and woody.
• Armani has fragrances that smell fresh, like Acqua di Giò, and warmer fragrances from the Stronger With You range.
• Azzaro has fragrances that are fresh, like Chrome, and warmer ones, like Wanted and The Most Wanted.
• Calvin Klein offers men's perfumes such as Eternity for Men, Obsession for Men and Defy.
• Carolina Herrera has fragrances from the 212 Men and Bad Boy ranges.
• Bvlgari has many men's fragrances that are woody, aromatic and fresh.
• Jean Paul Gaultier has fragrances such as Le Male, which is a popular lavender and vanilla scent.

There are many more brands to choose from at Scent Republic.

Find Your Next Men's Fragrance

When shopping for men's perfume online, you don't have to buy the biggest or strongest-smelling fragrance.

Know what scents you enjoy. Do you like citrus and fresh scents? Maybe you prefer spices, leather, woods or something warm with vanilla. Shop our range of men's perfumes and compare notes, sizes and prices to find your next scent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why can others smell my cologne but I can't?

After you have been exposed to a smell for a long period of time, your body becomes used to it. This is why you may not smell your own perfume, but others around you can. You don't need to apply more perfume to smell it yourself.

Can you spray perfume on your clothes?

Yes, you can. Just be aware that some perfumes can stain your clothes, especially if you have light-coloured or silk clothing. Always test your perfume on your clothes before spraying.

Why do some men's perfumes smell like shaving cream?

Many shaving products contain aromatic notes, such as lavender, geranium and rosemary, which can also be found in men's perfumes. So they can give off a similar scent.

What is a fougère?

A fougère is a type of men's fragrance that usually contains lavender, coumarin and moss. The word fougère means fern in French. But it doesn't necessarily smell like a fern.

Should I apply perfume after I shave?

If your skin is sensitive or you have just shaved, it may sting. Try to avoid applying perfume to those areas.

Why does my perfume smell stronger in the heat?

When it's hot, your body temperature increases. This can cause your perfume to smell stronger. You may want to apply less perfume during the summer months.

Can men's perfume have floral notes?

Yes, men's perfumes can have floral notes. Lavender, geranium, iris, jasmine and orange blossom are all notes that can be found in men's fragrances.