The proper application of scent begins with your morning shower. Always use a matching scented soap or one that is scentless, as deodorant soap can eradicate or weaken your fragrance.

Remember, fragrance rises, so be sure to put some behind your  knees as well as on your other favorite pulse points -

ear lobes, throat, the bend in your elbow, wrist and between your breasts. Do not rub perfume into the skin as this damages the perfume's molecular structure.  Don't spray perfume on your hair unless it is freshly washed, as the oils can change the nature of the fragrance.

If your fragrance comes in a spray bottle, spray it 8' away from your body for proper dispersion. When you use your fingers to apply perfume from a bottle with a stopper and be introduced into the perfume where they can incubate.

Do not spray scent directly on your clothes because perfume can stain fabrics and cling to them.  If you want to scent your clothes, mist undergarments or your nightie and put dusting powder in your shoes.