EdT & EdP & PARFUM
EdT & EdP & PARFUM
If you had a perfume, you probably have seen these letters on it. Many people think that they aren’t important, but they actually have a more significant meaning than one might assume.
The strength of a fragrance is dependent on the amount of perfume oil that is used. Perfume oil is mixed with alcohol to create the intensity of a perfume ; the more oil, the stronger the scent and the longer it will last.
Understanding the difference between these strengths can help you choose the right perfume.
EdT: Eau de Toilette
It can contain 8% Perfume oil. They are considered good quality in terms of strength. Yes, Eau de Toilette is perhaps the most well-known category, containing up to 8% essential oil. Ideal for everyday wear, fragrances that are distinctive, yet not too intense.
EdP: Eau de Parfum
Parfum
- Eau Fraîche – less than 3% parfume oil
- Eau de Cologne (EdC) – 3–5% parfume oil
- Eau de Toilette (EdT) – >=8% parfume oil
- Eau de Parfum (EdP) – 8–15% parfume oil
- Parfum (P) – >= 30% parfume oil
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