Guides

Fragrance guides and tips

Short, useful reads on choosing scent, making it last, and buying smart. New guides are added regularly.

What are perfume notes? A beginner's guide to top, heart and base notes

Perfume notes explained simply, and how to use them to pick a scent you will love.

Fresh vs warm perfumes: how to choose for the South African climate

How to match your scent to hot days and cold nights, with affordable fresh and warm picks for each.

Best women's perfumes for everyday wear under R100

Easy-to-wear women's scents for work and normal days, from fresh florals to soft sweet picks, all R90 for a 30ml bottle.

Best affordable men's perfumes in South Africa

The best men's scents for the office, everyday wear and bold nights out, all R90 for a 30ml bottle.

How to make your perfume last longer: 7 simple tricks

Seven simple habits that make any fragrance hold for hours longer, from where to spray to how to store your bottle.

Best long-lasting perfumes under R100 in South Africa

The affordable 30ml fragrances that actually last a full day, and the notes to look for when you shop.

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