To choose a perfume that lasts all day, pay attention to these key factors:

1. Check the Fragrance Concentration

Perfumes with higher oil concentrations last longer:

• Parfum (Extrait de Parfum) – 25-40% oil concentration, lasts 8-12+ hours
• Eau de Parfum (EDP) – 15-25% oil concentration, lasts 6-8 hours
• Eau de Toilette (EDT) – 5-15% oil concentration, lasts 3-5 hours
• Eau de Cologne (EDC) – 2-5% oil concentration, lasts 2-4 hours

For long-lasting affordable scent, choose Parfum or Eau de Parfum (EDP).

2. Look for Strong Base Notes

Long-lasting fragrances contain deep, rich base notes like:

• Woody Notes: Sandalwood, cedarwood, oud, patchouli
• Resinous Notes: Amber, benzoin, labdanum, elemi, balsam
• Spicy Notes: Pepper, cinnamon, clove, cardamom, nutmeg
• Other Base Notes: Musk, vanilla, vetiver, moss, tonka bean

Lighter top notes (citrus, fresh florals) fade faster, so a fragrance with strong base notes lasts longer.

3. Choose Perfumes with High-Quality Ingredients

Brands that source their fragrance oils from globally reputed fragrance houses, renowned for adhering to IFRA's quality and safety standards, use superior ingredients that not only last longer but are also safe for use

4. Buy Perfumes which use Natural Essential Oils in its formulation

Presence of natural essential oils ensure that the perfume is long-lasting and rich.

5. Check Reviews & Performance

Before buying, check fragrance reviews or ask for samples to see how long it lasts on your skin.

6. Test on Skin 

Spray on your wrist and observe how long it stays. If it fades quickly, it may not be long-lasting.