3 Reasons Why Your Cologne Game Is Trash (and how to improve it)

I know--the title of this video is a little much. But hear me out.
My number one goal with this channel is to elevate this vibrant community of ours to a place where people can be empowered by themselves and their own tastes, and not be dissuaded or offended when someone carries an opinion different to theirs about fragrances.
I also want to help you ensure that you are getting the most authentic and realistic experience out of your fragrances, so that you may assess them with accuracy.
Here are three reasons why you may not be getting the most out of your fragrance experience (I suppose this could have been the title of the video, but would you have clicked on it? 😎):
1️⃣ You're not giving your fragrances a full-wearing before deciding how you feel about them
2️⃣ You're not wearing a fragrance during its prime time
3️⃣🅰️ You're letting someone's negative opinion dissuade your interest
3️⃣🅱️ You're resentful when you take someone's recommendation and it doesn't work out
I forgot to mention another very important factor: compliments have nothing to do with how good a fragrance is! Save yourself the trouble and stop fishing for them! If they come, great. But you'll be much happier if you don't evaluate a fragrance based on whether or not others tell you how good you smell. More about this topic here 😉:
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[@milkbaby99]

#4: If you don't like a fragrance immediately, don't give up on it right away. Sometimes it takes a while before you come around to enjoying it. 🙂👍

[@baldealpha0997]

This is so true bruh. It took me a couple of wearings to love my Creed Aventus for instance.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Word!

[@sirkevstah289]

That was me with Spicebomb Extreme. I first smelled it and was like AWFULL. Now fair to say I own a 3.4oz bottle.

[@lokeise7endeuce10]

Agreed. This is how I was with Cidrat Boise, Gray Vetiver, and Jubilation XXV.

[@98Bafana]

I felt this way about Dior homme 2020

[@fragnificent769]

gotta be patient with scents and decants. personally I've made up my mind to quickly on some scents only to throw a decant away and then find myself thinking about the scent after that lol

[@haynesalexander3343]

I use to fall victim of number 3 but not anymore. People were trashing adg abosolu & saying that it did not last, but I love that fragrance & it is beast mode on my skin.

[@stayfreshproductions]

For real!

[@fabbah5691]

Adg absolu it is a beast on my skin

[@raphael9197]

Even the clones of ADG are beast. That’s crazy. Now I see the edp is coming soon. Can’t wait to get my nose on it.

[@DarrylBlackberry]

My signature scent , I think it’s amazing

[@abububu5161]

absolu is on beast mode man...my dad have it, but I does not like it...sorry to say

[@antidoteamauta4601]

Feel you, homes. Used to be an unconfident fragrance geek, recently I became an oversprayer, lol.

[@marlonious7650]

Bundle spray or no spray !!!

[@ducdu4136]

How many is considered overspray. I sprayed 3 spray of sauvage parfum (winter 40 degrees here). My friend call me out how strong it was. I love I can still smell it throughout the day 🤷‍♂️

[@marlonious7650]

@@ducdu4136 It just depends on the concentration. Never go off what people say. They could just be hating. I like smelling a certain way. Other people's opinions don't matter.

[@ducdu4136]

@@marlonious7650 he is not a cologne guy so Im sure he is sensitive toward it. Haters gonna hate.

[@krissk77]

Thanks. What I do is wear what I want. Never for compliments. Just to smell good all the time.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Kriss. Same here.

[@kennyhardy1884]

Spray heavy it's like the Dos Equis commercial saying stay thirsty my friends! I always seem to hit the trigger a few extra times on my clothes after the skin and the results from the compliments and attention never disappoint! If they don't like the freshness, well F them! I'm going to stay fresh no matter folks feelings! Where I'm smart enough to know the fragrances that can be a bit overbearing versus those that may require an extra few blast! That's why I carry an atomizer with me to refresh when need be! Has never brought me anything less than positive results! The secret is to know the fragrance and the power it possesses, otherwise, you CAN get dangerously out of hand if you're not smart about it!... STAY FRESH MY FRIENDS!..... GREAT BREAKDOWN !....KEEP THE 🔥 COMING!

[@BrandonTheGreatest]

Number 3 is so important. I usually uplug from the fragrance community from time to time so I can avoid being influenced. Then I come back and watch reviews after I've used up a couple bottles in my collection and sampled new scents. Thank you for emphasizing on it! It's really important!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Brandon!

[@hworth3]

These are very good points. Molecule 01 was one that people said it smelled great and to me, I smelled nothing, it was a very lite faint fresh lemon water breeze that I got but then later figured out it’s best for layering. So yeah, valid points all around, hope this video reaches a lot of people so they understand also 💪🏾💪🏾

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks so much bro. It's crazy how there is always more to learn and discover.

[@sandymcconnell1969]

Very interesting topic of conversation Justin. I utilise KZbin along with Fragrantica and Parfumo to seek out fragrances that appeal to me so I can see how they are universally received. I made the move into niche last year with a rapidly increasing collection. I've quickly realised that its an exceptionally expensive hobby so I sometimes order samples in advance to make sure I like them before purchasing a full bottle. One things for sure it's become a very addictive and rewarding past time but it definitely hits my bank balance. I just can't help myself though.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Yes it can be quite expensive! And definitely addictive...thank you Sandy.

[@sandymcconnell1969]

@@stayfreshproductions I very much enjoy your channel and look forward to your reviews. You strike a good balance between designer and niche and come across very measured. Do check out Musc Ravageur!

[@captainsonypony2709]

Amen 🙏 to that especially the expensive passion ,What makes me worse is I'm a oversprayer and I run through bottles very quickly smfh 😑

[@haroholic]

1 - Spray on myself, wait, leave room for a minute, come back - That's my sillage test. 2 - Just found many aquatic/citric freshies I find generic in the summer but cool and fun in the winter 3 - Good point, gotta check completionist ideas at the door to not go crazy with fragrances anyway, explore, enjoy and understand that it doesn't matter one bit if you won't smell em all, it ain't that deep.

[@elpadrino9056]

I have to say Sir, I respect your opinion and suggestions in your videos. I purchased Brass and Soul , I liked the scent, I respect the effort put into the fragrance , it just didn't last on me . That's the only reason I didn't keep it. I regret it now because I should have given it more wear , that's on me. But nevertheless , I thank you for your contribution to the fragrance game. You have a classy personality and above all , I will always respect that. Thank you Sir, keep those videos coming.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you.

[@delanoscott7856]

I definitely used to listen to opinions of certain reviewers a great deal, and that lead to me skipping many things that I wound up liking when I finally got my nose on them. You are your own best judge of whether or not you like something, so trust your own judgment.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Yes indeed.

[@geoffreymeadows5524]

I love Rogue perfumes. I have full bottles of Bon Monsieur and Fougere L' Aube. Fantastic stuff.

[@ThePasterio]

I guess your cologne game is supreme after wearing so many frags. Congrats you made it to the top. I purchased over 200 new, vintage and used frags at drastically reduced prices off ebay mostly. Most sellers needed cash flow so I cleaned up since covid started spreading. Anyway, it is taking time and seasons to wear them. Im rotating thru each season trying to figure out what's great for me and sell the rest. Any recommendations? I would appreciate it Justin. Thanks and congratulations on your engagement to such a beautiful woman. Great choice😉

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you, my friend. In terms of finding what you like, your nose is your best judge. Give your fragrances a full wearing on your body, and see how it makes you feel. If it doesn't move you, you may not need it.

[@lullemans72]

something i've been hearing from several work colleagues who also wear fragrances from time to time (although not nearly as much as myself) is they don't spray enough on. i'll usually hear them say how they only do 1-2 sprays max. nobody can smell them which is really unfortunate, and they own some good stuff like tom ford oud wood, prada l'homme and dior sauvage parfum.

[@michaelbullock8011]

Great info video and I enjoyed it and have a blessed day

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Michael, you too

[@michaelbullock8011]

You welcome keep up the good work and thank you very much

[@louiscaeiroramos8051]

Ellegance, Class & Fresh for me: Chanel Allure Homme Sport+ Bleu de Chanel Deo Stick & Aftershave Lotion.

[@BarberNoseBest]

"I grabbed it without thinking about it too much. Or else I would have 2nd guessed it. " I felt that. My collection isn't as deep as yours but I'm a little over 100 bottles. 150 with samples and decants. The hardest decision EVERY DAY is what scent to wear. 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@bien9582]

I always do minimum 10 sprays no matter the fragrance. I’m an oversprayer and I don’t care 🤷🏿‍♂️😀

[@TonyThompson1981]

Hell ya. I think I start at 10 to 14. lol

[@radeklenartowicz4633]

Try to do it with amouage interlude 👀😂

[@MaynardsSpaceship]

Same. There's a (wannabe) bully at my work who under his breath, but not really, told another coworker that I stunk when I stepped near him to clock in (I wore Olympea Intense). He immediately went outside to smoke, and I went to the bathroom and sprayed MORE. With social distancing, he can stay away from me and enjoy his own nicotine funk. :D

[@bien9582]

@@radeklenartowicz4633 bro I’m telling you I do 10 sprays of dior homme parfum. I get sick sometimes but hey I smell good😂😂😂

[@bien9582]

@@MaynardsSpaceship 😂

[@kwedog2373]

Looking good good sir. That got my attention more than the title. Others' opinions are definitely something i have to take with a grain of salt.

[@XanoviaScents]

Your number 3 here is huge... There are so many fragrances that I absolutely LOVE and some of my most 'trusted noses' that I watch do not like them and suggested they be skipped... It's just like how there are fragrances that are 'universally loved' and I think they are trash... Everyone has their own... Just like Justin said... If you want to sample something get a sample... You may agree with the 'concusses' that it's garbage or you may just happen to find your dream scent... ^_^ Great video as always my friend...

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@cliftonledbetter1368]

Great topic. Most importantly Congratulations to you and Grace!!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you so much!

[@mpymike45]

Awesome video Justin👌🏽 you touched some very important points. I myself am very season appropriate when it comes to fragrances.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks! Same here Mike.

[@tpacalypse]

Think you nailed it brother Copeland 😊👍🤝. Some colognes definitely can't be judged after first sniff.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you bro.

[@edgardozara97]

Based on the third reason, i blame you for the following fragrances which i blind bought: 1) Roja Burlington 1819 2) Marc Antoine Barrois Ganymede 3) Cartier Lenvol (EDT though) 4) Sean John 3am 5) Shay & Blue Kings wood 6) M. Micallef DesirToxic 7) Precious Liquid Blue Agave And last but not the least, Zaharoff's Brass & Soul! KIDDING ASIDE, all 8 in the last are amazing. But yes, even if they werent, id just take the L because i had the last say in buying the recommendations. More power and congratulations to you and Grace on being engaged. God bless you always :)

[@BobbyPing]

Watching right now because I felt attacked by the title… 😂

[@stayfreshproductions]

haha!

[@rjizzle9509]

I definitely agree to your last point.

[@patrickbennett439]

I have some kinda expensive fragrances, but i dress casually too often for some of them so now im buying cheaper and cheaper frags. Needed something for work and not a button up type of day. I found that $40 to about $20 is a good range. I know youl cringe at that price but i dont have ties on like you do. You have alot of class my bro. I do have a few frags at around $100 il wear. When it comes time for me to dress up, i got some frags for that.

[@MaynardsSpaceship]

So what's your daily driver? I'm curious lol.

[@patrickbennett439]

@@MaynardsSpaceship Right now , mostly gasoline as ive been working at a gas station till covid is over and the world isnt all wrecked. Thats mainly what i smell like. lol

[@sjnscale]

3 suggestions that should be almost obvious, but they are not! Totally agree with every word you said here!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@kennyhardy1884]

You made an excellent point about the season for a fragrance weather it's spring and summer, versus fall and winter, or year-round! Some fragrances give me a headache in the summer, whereas in the cooler months they smell fantastic and don't bother me at all! It seems a lot of folks just buy fragrance and spray it whenever it without realizing some of these fragrances are meant for certain seasons, while some others may be a year-round treat

[@KylerBorn]

Really good advice. I agree 💯%

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Kyler.

[@KylerBorn]

@@stayfreshproductions Keep the videos coming 👍

[@frankclemonjr.9272]

Hi Justin, Really enjoyed today's video, keep up the good work.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Frank! Really appreciate it

[@MrGorillaman22]

Great advice Justin! All this being said I'm still happily wearing CAHSEE very frequently 😂

[@GrownManStyle5988]

Excellent content brother I've not fell victim to any of these but I will say I study these reviews and I compare yall reasons to my reasons on buy a fragrance I'll be on most of you all are spot on then you have some people you can clearly see that they have a sponsorship with what there selling you instead of jus giving you there HONEST ADVICE AND OPINIONS about the fragrance keep it up brother rookies like me appreciate the veteran in this hobby like yourself bro also tht slim tie with the bottom down is GrownManStyle approved

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you brother.

[@derwin5924]

That would be a good video to make . What Season to where colognes Because most people do not know what time of year to wear a certain cologne

[@stayfreshproductions]

For sure!

[@boogiedaddy3434]

I'm still relatively early in my journey and have only been collecting for about 8 months. I'm still learning every day and am currently opening myself up to barbershop fragrances as it was a class I have tried hard to avoid until last week. I had heard the term "barbershop" mentioned alongside terms such as "classic" and even "dated" so much that my brain instantly went to Old Spice and Brut. Not really wanting anything that smelled like those, I avoided anything I heard referred to as barbershop. Well just last week I got a few samples, 2 of which were actually called "Barbershop" and I like them a lot...one I think I'm already in love with (Barbershop by Happyland if you're curious). They don't smell dated at all. Timeless and perhaps classic, yes, but not dated. I now know that if I hadn't opened my mind and gotten those samples, I could have ended up closing myself off to a whole category of scents that I actually enjoy. My next goal is to really learn what a fougere and a chypre are so that I can identify them myself.

[@stayfreshproductions]

So happy to see you exploring and remaining open to the journey.

[@shanswanwaters5822]

I love # 2's advice. Now im going to order "24 RISE OF THE SUPERB". Thank you.

[@o̸ණ]

I fell victim to the Layton hype and blind bought it and regretted it soon after. I may start going for fragrances that are more polarizing, I may have more luck.

[@stayfreshproductions]

It's totally fine to be intrigued by hype! I would just get a decant first before I get a bottle either way!

[@ryanepps771]

@@stayfreshproductions decants are my best friend!

[@TheMjphoto45]

I got a sample or Carlisle and Layton. Not a fan of powders

[@khalfani321]

Great points and great idea for a video. Most of my buys lately have been blind based on recommendations. They've all been relatively inexpensive (under $60) and I've had good luck so far. Not sure that I have the courage to blind buy anything niche though, that's just too much money!

[@JohnnyDCakes]

Nice, I really like your approach to the whole video making and scent world, very wholesome and genuine

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Johnny!

[@mrksmt8703]

I would also add that skin type comes into play with regards how fragrances perform from one person to another. A colleague of mine wore Sauvage and it smelled fantastic, so much so I bought it myself - didn't smell a thing off my skin, even my wife couldn't detect much. Then something like Halloween Man X is just amazing. Any chance you've had the opportunity to smell Janan Sport? Subbed, dinged that bell and liked the video - greetings from South Wales, UK.

[@pauln0371]

Great content as usual Justin. My SOTD is Milano Cento Him. 👍👍

[@davidrankin9874]

I started out listening to KZbin frag reviews; my top 10 most complimented, beast mode, etc. I soon realized that from one reviewer to the next that their wasn’t a vast difference in the fragrances on their list. Consequently, I assumed these recurring fragrance recommendations were legitimate and began blind buying fragrances. Some of the fragrances were good and some weren’t worth the purchase. That said, I would advise newbies in the fragrance community to take it slow and not get fooled or overwhelmed by all the top 10 panty dropper from Beast Mode Bro or Cutie Pie Smells.

[@angeliquenoelle6651]

Exactly! I would listen to reviewers not liking something and I looked over some great fragrances bc of that. I learned to go with my instincts and I scored some beautiful fragrances. “What someone else may not like you will.”

[@stayfreshproductions]

💯

[@pii-ali3673]

Very good video and topics Justin. That's the truth 👌🏻 I have always my own Parfum journey! I don't want get to deep about taste. My brain or your brain have different experiences with smelling (from grown up). Just an example Grace Ex Boyfriend wore Layton and she had a bad experience with him. Now you come around with the same fragrance Layton. I think than in her brain is automatically a negativity experience when she smell it. Now imagine how many different experiences we people have with smelling.

[@cayetano6547]

You're a wise man brother. I can't tell you how many times I've dismissed samples to later come back to them and grown to love them. Our palates grow and perfumes do morph into more enjoyable products. And like you said, we need to give them a proper chance. I have a 10ml sample of Enigma by Roja and although I'm dissapointed with it and don't think I'll ever like it, I'll force myself to wear it again in a few months. Good job brother! 👍🏽👏🏾

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Alfredo!

[@Clamp7777]

fantastic video, loved all of these tips. thank you!

[@markbell723]

Great video! I get caught up in others opinions like because of being new in the fragrance world. Great tips

[@awolf913]

Classy, cool, well spoken, stylish and inspirational. Never have I ever clicked a subscribe button so easily!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Wow, thank you!

[@joneasley5050]

Hey Justin I fell victim to #1. I blind bought a fragrance, liked it ok but never gave a full wearing untill today. And your right!

[@stayfreshproductions]

I did the same!

[@sumaccooking]

Great content Justin. I used to fall into those traps a lot when I first started buying perfumes decades ago, but soon I learned to trust my nose. After a while, I learned that also that a full wearing is the best way to actually judge it (latest is Euphoria Liquid Gold). As for wearing a perfume at the right time, well I also learned it by trial and error (never wear Aramis 900 or Devin in the summer). I still tend to rule out fragrances that don't appeal to me when sprayed on my hand before giving a full wearing (original declaration from Cartier for example).

[@marchaddad4765]

Hi Justin , i tried summer vibez 2.0 on my wrist and didn't like it at all . At some point during a scorching summer day i decided to to a full wearing of it ... some dude at work thought i was wearing YSL 😅 . But what's magical about this is that i started to like the fragrance more so yeah people should definitely try a full wearing of a perfume before ruling it out 👍

[@stayfreshproductions]

Great anecdote! I'm glad it works for you!

[@wach1722]

U nailed this, now this is great advice 💪🏽u rock!!!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@danimalic923]

I totally know how you feel about Fan Your Flames, I didn’t expect it to be that smoky and mossy in the opening, I was like “whoa” but I had to give it time

[@stayfreshproductions]

I get it!

[@snipa3772]

great vid Justin, congrats on the engagement as well

[@stayfreshproductions]

Appreciate it!

[@philippeterson5722]

JC!!! Those are facts!! I don't try somma those frags due to the high ass prices!! That will deter you at some point!!! Lol!!! Thanks again for enlightening us!! Shoutout to the bride to be, the Phenomenal Human Being, Grace!!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Philip! I feel you!

[@solokom]

I just recently realized, how true tip 1 is-2,5 years into collecting. I tried Spice Bomb Extreme several(!) times in the shop on a test stripe because it was so hyped in the community, and I wanted to know what all the fuzz was about. Let's say, I was not impressed at all. Then I got a full bottle through a swap and what can I say it soon became one of my most worn fragrance last fall and winter. My beloved dumb reach when I couldn't decide what to wear or just wanted to feel comfy.

[@JohnWayne-po9ij]

Ohhh, boy... Your videos are so unique! Your thoughts and ideas do not follow this crazy "top long lasting fragrances" mainstream. Thanks so much for being honest. I subscribed to your channel with no doubts. P.S. Your video beginning with some video recordings playing jazz is so amazing and stylish. I found myself in these video openings, since I am crazy about jazz. Thank you so much for your Content.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you so much John!

[@demelo1975]

Great stuff, as always, keep it up Justin 💪

[@jeromekirby8917]

Great video. I’ve been guilty of no. 1 and 3. I prefer decants though to fully experience the fragrance.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Dig it! Thanks Jerome.

[@ericthered1140]

Congrats to you and Grace!!!!

[@romarioseaton168]

Amen to Tip 3!!!

[@fg5332]

i saw one of your videos that had Lalique ma force!! i ended up getting that and OMG man ty you for that GEM!!! smells sooo damn good even on the dry down oh man great scent and I hope I get to pick upand some other gems like that on cheapie side..

[@stayfreshproductions]

Interesting! I haven't tried that one nor spoke about it, but now I'm curious! :)

[@luism.9737]

Nice tie Justin, how's it feel to say fiancee?.. these are really good points, I fell for #1 before and trying to rectify that... Dior Homme 2020 almost suffered because of #3. I actually enjoyed this one almost immediately, its versatility and ease to wear. Ended up getting a 5oz bottle

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Luis! Still feels foreign, but it feels great. I almost did the exact same thing with Dior Homme 2020.

[@danman3163]

I do decant first, and wear it on several days, spread over months. THEN, if Its worth it, I buy. Long process, but Im not in a rush.

[@djsilent01]

Love this bro. Very much needed.

[@NPRGAdmin]

This was sincere content. I also dodged Ideal L’Intense due to some reviews. Got some for Christmas two years ago and I love it. Doesn’t have great performance on me but I enjoy the frag. Nice job!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you! It's astonishing what we miss...

[@fleetingfootnotes9133]

So right about #3. With reviewers online I first want to get an idea as to how they align with my tastes. Sometimes they have convinced me to give some things a try (I think it was one of yours that made me try Guerlain's Ideal Intense) and sometimes they can point out lesser details. It's just extra information. Just try stuff out, give yourself an opportunity to be surprised.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Yes!

[@MrWheatle]

Great episode! I am a self-confessed Blind Buyer (98% of my collection)...that has had great success with my collection development methodology. My collection is under a 100 bottles (I think) and does not include a single disappointment. That being said, I do need to experiment more with my fragrances - be more conscientious about my wears - explore the potential of my fragrances in different temperatures. Ani and Cannabis Bleu are great examples. I discovered that the season/temperature I assumed was best for these two was suboptimal. Once I dared to with things up however, I began to appreciate the truest beauty of these frags. Again, great episode!

[@stayfreshproductions]

So interesting! I'm curious about what exactly you discovered about Ani and Cannabis Bleu in terms of their optimal time...

[@MrWheatle]

@@stayfreshproductions In my naïveté, I thought Ani appropriate for the summer! It smelled amazing in the heat but I now appreciate that it blossoms in cooler weather . I love cannabis Bleu and find it refreshing in the heat of the summer - perhaps because of the eucalyptus note. 🤷🏾‍♂️ BUT I saw a review by Cuba Know that suggested wearing this in cooler weather. I tried that and found that a refreshing feeling changed to a cozy feeling. 🤷🏾‍♂️ All this to say that I concur with your counsel: experiment, explore & appreciate. Thanks again

[@rbiamby]

Very good video, I feel like there should be a course called " Intro To Fragrances 101" by Professor Justin Copeland. I have been a victim of must-have fragrances and I wind up not liking it.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Rodney! Lol

[@quanjenkins9945]

Great content! I been collecting for 20 years, I agree with you, these are all good points. 👍🏾

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@patriciabrown8531]

Yes, great points. I have fallen victim to #2. I brought Lancôme Oud Bouquet in the summer. Was about to give it away this fall and tried again. Needless to say, it’s still in my collection.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Patricia! Sometimes we just gotta wait and come back to it.

[@teeraveeyumak4906]

I agree and I try a lot of fragrances in sample bottles.

[@adventuresfromthebatcave]

Great video , I don’t do much sampling mostly just look at the nots and test spray if I’m at a store if I buy and don’t like it I’ll give to my nephew’s.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks! A good system.

[@DrumLuv23]

#2 is Sauvage Elixir for me. I didn't care for it but I had a feeling that I would actually change my mind when it got cold. Perfect now.

[@ryananey7626]

Going on a date tonight! Trying out "URBAN OUD" by HABIBI! gonna do 2 sprays from the sampler. 🤷‍♂️ I subbed, your a great speaker! Thank you for the knowledge.

[@bobjohnson7441]

I agree with them all. When I bought Encre Noire, after an initial spritz on my hand I thought, oh hell no! lol Seriously considered just throwing it out. After a bit of reflection, I decided to give it a decent chance. Now, I like it. Would I buy it again? Probably not. But I do appreciate it and am glad I didn't go with my first impression.

[@jaime38amor]

Those three points are absolutely right. The point #3 is especially nail on the head for many people in frag community. I have done that myself as well, of course but in time, I started to learn more and more that I have “different tastes than other people” and this should be true to everyone. Each one of us has different skin type, body chemistry, senses or interpretation to each notes, likes & dislikes…so and so forth… So whenever I hear some reviewers say certain ways to describe particular fragrances, I always keep in mind to listen with the grain of salt. 🧂👂🏼 It takes a lot of time for me to determine whether I want to buy or not because I usually do a lot of research before I spend my money because I usually don’t buy decants and blind buy the bottle straight away after my research is done. I still do have hit and miss but I’m usually happy with my purchases. One another point I want to say is we tend to follow as human the mass. So we hear and see more of the ”main stream” or “current” or “most popular” hit and hot items in the community and inevitably we overlook the ones that aren’t paid much or any attention to. I guess those ones are sometimes called “hidden gems” and because the hyped up noise is sometimes loud, we could be missing the “hidden gem” that is actually so accessible and so perfectly perfect match with my tastes and my alley but we sometimes lose sight because again the mass crowd is focusing on what’s been under the spotlight. We sometimes need to leave “the party” and go for a nice quiet walk by ourselves to find something special that is only for myself. 🤲🏽✨💎😻

[@stayfreshproductions]

Love it! 👌🏾

[@8KoG8]

Something which was a bit of a fauxpa on my part early on was I would try something new in the store, never heard of it before, I would like it but I would not be fully sold on it, I would not give it a full wearing, and I would immediately go to see the reviews. And there would not be any, or a few and usually negative. And I would not get it. I now am not afraid to buy something which has not been reviewed by one, two or three of trusted channels. Perfect example Amouage Dia man for the longest time nobody talked about it, certainly not when I got it. It's one of my top 10 scents in my collection and I almost didn't buy it. Now some people have talked about it very recently, but it's still something that most people don't talk about. Don't be afraid to try things the community seems to ignore, trust your nose, this is for particularly when you start out period, or start delving into niche.

[@stayfreshproductions]

So interesting, I can totally relate to this. It can be hard to feel confident about something no one is talking about. That's when we have to dig deep and truly trust how we're feeling.

[@BK-lb8uh]

Looking awesome JC. 👌

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you! :)

[@lzblz8676]

Nice point! I’ve been guilty of obsessing in my mind with the idea that a fragrance has to “perform” (a preconceived and assumptive notion of what that actually means mind you) so much so, that it became a placebo effect for my fragrances that performed just fine, to not get picked up by my nose. My brain already decided that I couldn’t smell it! Sounds so crazy but it’s true. Elysium actually performs just fine and it’s possibly my fav of all time, after I hated it for so long for not performing. Two sprays and I thoroughly enjoy it. Less is more with that one. And don’t THINK about smelling it, just let it happen haha

[@stayfreshproductions]

Love this!

[@bigeazy5043]

I can honestly say I haven’t done none of the three that you talk about. Although the one topic you have talked about and other videos what about the guy who is a beast mode sprayer LMAO. That’s me I’m that guy. Still I can honestly say it happened out of habit. I owned a few fragrances that were very light, and I used to have to give them a few more sprays than normal. As my collection grew though, and I started to increase my palate I didn’t intern monitor my sprays in the beginning. So I was kind of acting like the Custin Jopeland And your videos. Thank goodness I have calm down a whole hell of a lot, and I know I’ll monitor my fragrances based on performance with the sprays.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Hahaha! No shame bro. Our environment will usually correct us on stuff like that. I hope you didn't get any negative feedback from folks for smelling too strongly!

[@bigeazy5043]

@@stayfreshproductions Oh I did, and I’ll just say that embarrassment can lead to the correction too😅😅😅.

[@djmrnelson]

my friend talked highly of Bleu de channel. So, I finally came around to going to Macy's to buy it. Tried it out. It did not smell as amazing as my friend said. It is not horrible or antyhing.... actually a nice fresh scent. Just wasn't unique for me. I ended up trying Azzaro The most wanted and bought that one instead. lol

[@Dologaming24]

The only recommendation I take from anyone on fragrances Is to try, sample or get a tester of a fragrance before buying. I don’t care If they absolutely hate It or fell Instantly In love with It. If the note breakdown sounds Interesting to me, and I want another fragrance for the time of year or situation I think It might be appropriate for, I’m going to at least sample It. I value everyone’s opinion, but It doesn’t override my own, especially In a field that’s 100% subjective.

[@doctordentistesquire]

You and Grace are awesome! ❤ 💖 ❣ 💕 💘 ❤ 💖 ❣ 💕 💘 ❤

[@CUZ81]

Real talk chief💪🏽

[@ripdajacker23]

Dude is this your Clark Kent cosplay😝… in all seriousness, have you tried Amouroud’s wet stone? That’s my cold weather freshie and it’s so dope

[@stayfreshproductions]

Yes I have, it's nice!

[@Jesse-xi5tf]

I took a classic fragrance that i purchased and gave it to my stepdad. The original Aqua Di Gio. My Moms husband. He loves it. I like it. She loves it. Everyones happy.

[@crawdini7641]

Very nice Thank you for your input.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you

[@robertkerr9527]

Wearing something out of seasons is not a sin as long as it works for you. But it should be expected that many summer scents will not project well in winter, and msnt cool weather scents will.project too much in warm weather. Also, my nose always needs some time to "recalibrate" when trying a completely new scent profile. If I dint pije something I bought and it seems too linear I try again multiple times, even up to 6 months later. I have bern shocked how my opinion and nose changes.

[@kevinmitchell8650]

Experience of the fragrance by multiple sprays I would do with caution. Not being dissuaded by people is my spot on period. Timing of fragrance I learned the hard way years back. There is truth to the seasonal wear of fragrance. Great presentation entertainment and education. 👍

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Kevin! Really appreciate it. I'm curious--what makes you cautious about multiple sprays?

[@kevinmitchell8650]

@@stayfreshproductions I don’t want to have a relapse of a toxic reaction that occurred some years back. The experience of multiple different wearers of fragrance caused me to literally vomit. Afterwards it was years before I could tolerate fragrance again. I’m good now. Fragrance is a mood enhancing follow up to grooming. Thanks for the shout.

[@kevinmitchell8650]

@@stayfreshproductions I was wondering what fragrance musicians of note wear or wore.

[@stayfreshproductions]

@@kevinmitchell8650 crazy to hear about this terrible reaction you had… And I wear all the same stuff that you would. 😊

[@terrysmiles8599]

Very Nice Justin!!!!

[@apprentice008]

Justin, You are a true Well Spoken Gentleman Another excellent educational Video. You say it exactly how it is, don't beat around the bush and the best part of watching your videos, your not always talking about chanel, dior, Giorgio, and creed, brainwashing us. 🌟🌟 SUPERSTAR 🌟🌟🌟

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!!

[@edwardjohn5]

I agree. I love Sebastian. But when he shares his opinion about that Guerlain, I know that I have to "take" Sebastian with a grain of salt. Because I had a sniff of it once and I loved it. Although I think that the L'homme Ideal is still better.

[@burner27]

More dapper videos!

[@SenseiofChicago]

Thank you for this video.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks for watching.

[@Nimzzeee]

For me it was storage (out of uv light and humidity) but thankfully only one bottle was sacrificed before I learned my lesson.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Ahh! Yeah that's a good lesson to learn.

[@syedimranrazakazmi5776]

I'd been to such situations where I felt the same you explained in your point # 1 and gave away straight to someone else but later I came to realize that I should have given it a try into some different weather conditions like I gave away Guerlain Habit Roug right away soon after I tried it ☹☹

[@whankerNJ]

Way, way better than the typical but these 10 juices list!

[@kceateva]

I picked that Guerlain up for cheap on Amazon it's fantastic

[@stayfreshproductions]

Yes!