Avoiding This ONE Mistake Will ELEVATE Your Fragrance Game.

[@mckinleyp13]

1. Always sample before buying 2. Try different spraying techniques 3. Enjoy however long it does last if you enjoy the frag. Reapply if need be or enjoy something else in the collection.

[@stayfreshproductions]

I agree 🙌🏾

[@MuddyGreenMonster]

Instead of smelling my wrist every 5 minutes to see how it's performing, when I'm at home on warmer days, I sit in front of a gentle oscillating fan & let it bring the scent to me.

[@cuanedwards1911]

I'll try that approach

[@TeyanThuny]

Yes this really does work

[@Phobos2085]

I'm actually starting to enjoy fragrances with short life spans. I like wearing them for myself while spending the day indoors. Having a short life span let's me go back and respray more often without flooding the house.

[@DaChad86]

Every fragrance has its place. There are functions I go to where I don’t want to be obnoxious nor as a frag head do I want to smell the same for 8-12 hrs straight. Quickest way for me to fall out of love with a frag

[@stayfreshproductions]

Agreed.

[@Alexsignal90]

Problem is if the performance is abysmal and the cost are high. If you or others cannot smell it after an hour or two then it's not doing the job you paid the house for.

[@stayfreshproductions]

If it has no value to you, don't buy it! That's why I said it's best to sample first.

[@TheIst0NE]

Thank you. Finally someone making these points on YT. I never comment under fragrance reviewers' videos because I would just upset a lot of people. I think "beast mode", "compliment getter", "panty dropper" or "women killer" (seriously, wtf people of YT...) are IMO just hype words and it's just dumb. - Before you, dear random stranger, get triggered, consider this: Every person's skin is biochemically unique. Your skin is the canvas on which the scent is applied and will chemically react with in the end. Every person has a scent naturally, all the time, we just don't (usually) detect them for the very reasons Justin explained in the video. Watching fragrance reviews (IMO) on YT should either be done for pure entertainment, or for finding possible perfumes to test. A Jo Malone cologne (3 sprays) lasted for 13 hours on my arm once, while all I can see on the internet is everyone bashing Jo Malone fragrances for weak performance. So much about the wisdom of the crowd. Well, guess what: How a fragrance "performs" on you will depend not only concentration, but on your skin tone, skin type, your body's biology, what and how you do during the time it's applied, humidity and temperature, and a bunch of other factors. But it'll always be personal. The fragrance will always alter your natural scent, and not buying or buying a perfume blindly because people on the internet wrote that it only lasted 3 hours on them, or 13 hours, is just dumb in general, sorry. Wanting to wear strong and/or long lasting fragrances is 100% fine, it's personal preference (and yeah, there's utility in and situations for a fragrance only lasting for 4-6 hours, too). You do you dear people, but please stop hard-labelling fragrances for their longevity, and do try them before buying a full bottle to see how they work with and on you. Don't fall for hype trains.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Couldn’t agree more.

[@dr.jacobs9126]

What a great video! you can always tell when someone is an academic just by the way they present their ideas even when it is just a hobby. You exude passion, keep up the amazing work!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!!

[@abuzubayr1584]

My cedrat boise is stuck in customs and clearance is that a difference?

[@MaryannDellaRocco-py3vd]

Sadly, nothing lasts really long on my skin. I have to spray on my clothes to really get longevity. But that is just my body chemistry. I’m used to it. If something does last and I like it I do tend to snatch that right up

[@Ela.Gonzza]

Sample sample sample. It’s something I’m trying to learn through this journey. Really like these videos you make because sometimes we get hyped from so many videos and want to buy everything. I started this journey May 2022. I already have 109 fragrances in my collection. Some I love and some just are ok but pass. Will try to buy more samples this year. Thanks for your knowledge. Wish you the best and God bless.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Ela! Great reflection.

[@mopious007]

The maturity you bring into your content makes me realise more and more that you're not just in this for a quick buck or trying to push a narrative. When I watch your videos I have to ask myself some hard questions. Truthfully, what you say doesn't simply apply to fragrances alone, but to life as well. Thanks for always coming up with some food for thought content. I appreciate the work you do. Amazing content.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you very much, Mopa!

[@ahmedelbahja6301]

Thanks for another great video. I think most people make the mistake of constantly smelling their wrists without knowing that's actually making their nose blind to the scent.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@robpbliss]

Love the ending thoughts as well. Sample sample sample and go with what you love, not anyone else.

[@rbiamby]

Well said again Professor Copeland, well said, great video you are always leveling up your channel.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@kevinsonnenberg2868]

Justin, you seem like a great dude and I appreciate your clear, concise reviews and videos. Much appreciated!

[@stayfreshproductions]

I appreciate that!

[@martinlauterbach8078]

Thx a lot for dissecting this topic so precisely! Really good and multi-angled analysis putting everything into perspective. In fact, there are other "rip-off" issues that irritate me more then allegedly creating weak performance on purpose: I perceive a development that some luxury brands keep releasing dozens of fragrances per year (no one can make that much outstanding, innovative etc. new scent profiles in that high rate), use content creators to kindle a hype - and charge prices that simply can´t be covered by quality of the materials, art- or craftsmenship or whatever. You pay for image, exclusiveness and by the way often for scents that are performance only...Thx again for not being part of that (as far as that´s possible) and having your own voice.

[@773AREACODE]

Thanks Justin, I’m a 54 year man and I know you're keeping it REAL and thank you for the advice bro.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@mrboopitywoop5919]

i love the edits but I love the topic even more. I agree in that when wearing a fragrance we become the product. There are certain times and places for certain fragrances. I disagree with not blind-buying fragrances. I feel like the only exception to blind-buying is with your favorite brand and/or want to support your favorite brand. again, i love the edits and loved the topic even more!

[@philiproberts7748]

That was a very smart analysis Justin. I think it'll make people realize that their expectations are often too high and maybe become a better perfume wearer and a proud member of the fresh squad :)

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Philip!

[@xCelticgx]

Vert solid and true breakdown Justin. I remember someone going back and forth with me because Elysium actually lasted pretty good on me but for him, it barely lasted. I find it wild people don't really understand that one persons experience can be 100% different from their own in this very subjective hobby.

[@SomeRandomName999999]

I never really understood the complaints about fragrance longevity, you can just bring a small 5ml decant around and top up throughout the day, it's really easy to use and bring around

[@JMigUK]

Agree, I think it is starting to become a silly obsession which could only lead to very low quality fragrances flooding the market for the sake of unnecessary performance.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Well-said

[@moustachio334]

It's already happened to the market :| I can't stand most new fragrances especially living in a country where it's 38 degrees Celsius and 30-40%. It started with Dior releasing EDP's, Parfums, and now f*cking Elixirs as literal flankers. They even advertise "intensity" on their site. I spend my money on the classics I trust and give a full wearing before buying a new fragrance. Yes, there are batch variations and changes made to keep certain aspects of the classics profitable and enticing to a younger consumer. It's when Dior neutered Fahrenheit edt to make their parfum the new power bomb the Edt used to be that I stop buying from a perfume house. I'm glad Issey pour homme is my signature. There's an obvious difference between the 2020 and 2018 batches but I blame it on covid and increasingly harder to get ingredients. I really miss the stronger cinnamon note of the older batch but the core of fragrance is in tact and serves it's function.

[@theronyoumans1383]

In this regard (fragrance) what’s unnecessary to you isn’t representing everyone else’s necessity. I say live and let live. Enjoy what you enjoy let others enjoy what they enjoy and what they expect is their prerogative. I don’t think it’s that serious but hey I’m sure I could be wrong.

[@DavidBenson2]

For the average guy, after scent , I'm sorry to say, performance is the most important thing. 99.9% of men don't carry travel atomizers with them to reapply during the day, they just don't. If it can't be smelled or won't be then there's legitimately no point. It's not more complicated than that imo.

[@stayfreshproductions]

No need to be sorry! It must be said that it's all about choosing the right fragrance for the right occasion. If you need a fragrance to last you the whole day, then don't wear one that you know disappears in 5 hours (assuming olfactory fatigue is not a thing). Similarly to choosing to wear a t-shirt on a hot day rather than a wool sweater--choose the fragrance you know is best for the job. However, not every fragrance needs to last all day, or even an 8-hour work day, to be valid. That's not always necessary. If I put on a fragrance to go out in the evening, I don't need to smell it as I lay down to sleep 5-6 hours later.

[@z0han705]

Try spraying two or three times in the same spot, this will help with the longevity.

[@WSF176]

I have probably said it before too but although performance may seem subjective, it is also to a degree differential. What I mean is that I do not buy for one second a fragrance can last 12 plus hours on one person and 30 minutes on another. Just impossible. A fragrance like Pardon may last 12 plus hours on me and maybe 8-10 on someone else. But a formulation and composition like that will never be a fleeting 2 hours scent on anyone else unless they either: 1) have a fake, 2) have gone totally anosmic, 3) sprayed 1/4 of a spray. It will also make a difference where you spray and how many in one spot.

[@FearHeyZeus]

This is a good point

[@stayfreshproductions]

I agree with you...yet people will continue to claim these differentials.

[@cellytyree4771]

I love how you tied it together with cars 😂 brilliant

[@qnunyuh8417]

I bought a relatively slow out dated car that may have been a bit over priced , but I have no regrets because of the emotional connection with the car ,so I have no regrets and same goes for my fragrance buys, even pacific rock moss was is probably the weakest water I own .

[@JROD-xs6fn]

Cant emphasize enough from my experience how much skin and environment effect performance of my fragrances. I live in the Bay Area a few miles away from the water(sea level). Whenever I go visit my family where I'm from in the Reno/Tahoe area (4500+ above sea level) my skin dry's up significantly due to the dry arid climate. Any fragrance be it Dior Homme Parfum, Aventus or Ganymede if I apply it at the beginning of the day I can pretty much cut the time I'll be able to enjoy sillage for the day in half. At altitude my skin from drying up really absorbs fragrances. At sea level those same fragrances will pretty much last me all day. Hydrate drinking plenty of water AND keep your skin moisturized topically on a consistent basis. That's what increases "performance" of any of my fragrances at sea level or at a higher more arid climate. I'd be curious if Ross at TLTG Reviews experiences any differences in performance if he travels outside Colorado to lower more humid environments. Great topic/video Justin👍 CeraVe Scentless Lightweight Lotion for the win.

[@blankmandastankman]

I aspire to give as little f***s as that cat in the background! There’s no way he’s done enough in life to be able to chill that heavy!

[@javierayala2294]

You see why they should call you Dr Copeland? This is Gold information man

[@thebaysfredo4995]

You just became my favorite reviewer brother, tell ‘em like it is !

[@stayfreshproductions]

I appreciate that!

[@mrrob4590]

Generally the frags that get a lot of love and attention online have good performance as it is part of the package. I find for me the more trendy and outlandish a scent is the performance is usually amped up. I also find the more classy and reserved a scent is the scent is sometimes more fleeting or just sits closer to the skin. Which makes sense. A fragrance like Layton for instance is made for compliments projection and a long hang time. Where as a frag like Chanel boy smells classy well put together would never be noticed on the other side of the parking lot but it does it’s job perfectly. If it were loud it would ruin what the fragrance is trying to do.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Agreed! Different tools for different functions.

[@volkstouareg5620]

I like longevity in my cars but not my scents. But might be because I tend to like the top and middle notes.

[@stayfreshproductions]

I understand 👌🏾

[@dubo321]

I bought vibrato and hated it... longevity was through the roof which was bad for me since I couldn't stand it... It was the first time that I received a lot of compliments on a frag that I hated... Luckily it was a sample 😅

[@stayfreshproductions]

Lol!

[@jaleelbrinson5996]

Love the video today!!! I was wondering where would you spray a fragrance to have the best performance

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Jaleel. I assume that by "best performance", you mean that you want to be able to smell it throughout the day. Spraying around the sides and back of your neck should allow you to do this, if the fragrance lasts on your skin.

[@gerardzonjee]

Interesting experiment read on parfumo: a user abstained from using fragrances for a week (or two?). He picked up more (other) scents during this period and after this period one of his favourite scents that ‘lost the edge’ smelled fresh and deep again as he remembered from years back. Maybe the 5 minute interval stuffing up your nose needs a reset now and then…

[@stayfreshproductions]

That's a great and important factor to consider. Our noses need a break sometimes!

[@anthonym8609]

I just go by how the fragrance smells for instance if it is fresh, clean, or uplifting rather than on longevity.

[@flump0]

Justin always bringing the best takes.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you

[@javierayala2294]

Amazing comparison. I think this is your forte! Literally this subject is your forte!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Javier

[@edgardozara97]

Thank you JC for not giving up on the other members of the community that still value performance over smell and justify it due to the price involved

[@michaelbullock8011]

Great video and I enjoyed it and have a blessed day

[@FrancisFjordCupola]

Actually... performance should be/could be measured through spectroscopy over time. Though that would be really difficult, hard to pull off and pretty much situational.

[@theclassicfightschannel]

Aww come on ! Our scent takes up to 30 seconds in the morning to decide on . And that’s it ! Many more important things him life xx

[@victorashul]

great video, man! cheers!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Hey, thanks!

[@MysticPisces]

Hey Justin.. hope you and Grace are both doing well and enjoying some amazing weather. While listen, it came to mind … 🤔 Have you done some more recent “summertime fine” fragrances series for this summer? Like fresh earthy 🍃 / campfire⛺️ beach 🌊 floral 🌺🌸 airy 💨 summer fruit 🍉 scents? That could be fun! 😍

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks for the suggestion! I've considered these idea as short-form videos!

[@MysticPisces]

@@stayfreshproductions I can’t wait! I really enjoyed the video you made about Cambodian wood. All your videos are well researched and informative and… entertaining with the stank faces and all. 🥴😂🤣

[@puissance]

1. Can we see more cat? 2. Is it possible to objectively measure performance with an olfactometer? 3. That Yaris has good mileage!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Haha, this was the most cat a video has gotten in quite some time. I don't know much about olfactometers, but I imagine it would need to simulate the detection capabilities of the human olfactory...which is a mess, because our senses are subjective. So making objectivity out of that seems improbable at best. Yes it does!

[@puissance]

@@stayfreshproductions I was thinking maybe it could measure particulate matter in the air similar to how some air purifiers can measure VOCs and then we could tell how much and how far a fragrance really projects. It'd be nice to see performance labeled on the box haha

[@tomwilkinson9814]

Now I want someone to bring out fragrance Top Trumps!

[@gmunchie2525-p8t]

People should honestly just shoot for two hours of longevity if it goes past that it’s a plus

[@lordmalice8368]

Gravitae by Particle did it! They said 12 hours "guaranteed!" It's for about 6 or so! Smells good tho! Only used 4 sprays!

[@milkbaby99]

I'm pretty happy blind buying, so I'm just gonna keep doing me but y'all do you. 😂 Also, I'd much rather smell great to myself and those close to me for four hours than smell annoying to myself and those within a mile of me for twenty-four hours!

[@TheLorenco94]

Truth has been spoken.

[@robpbliss]

Haha the lil booop booop booop ;) hehe Love how you get a lil humour in there hehe. You're always making us think and think more objectively. It's all guaranteed of course, performance ;)

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Rob!

[@PoloDavey]

I be rocking the Prius of colognes I guess

[@TheFragranceDecantBoutique]

We love your channel ❤

[@phantomspaceman]

...the perfumes smell a hell of a lot better after 2 years of use.

[@mikekirby2085]

My funny-not funny-funny is how if i say i got 4 hours from Roja Elysium PC. Its like ‘hear hear this man speaks the truth and it is unquestionable’. If i say i get 10 hrs from the PC suddenly its ‘well thats just your opinion man’. Its like if its not negative we dont want to hear it.

[@jamal_alkeldy]

AMAZING VIDEO! 👏🏽 I agree 100% Thank you bro 👍🏽

[@stayfreshproductions]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@jamal_alkeldy]

@@stayfreshproductions absolutely did Thank you 🙏🏽

[@mckinleyp13]

Great video! This is important for guys to hear.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@marcosmedina8231]

It's kinda gross but just like if you live or work by a sewer treatment plant you'll smell it for a little while then you get used to it and can barely smell it

[@stayfreshproductions]

That's true! It's the same if you needed to take out the trash at home--you might smell it for a few minutes, then it would fade and you might forget about it and leave the house for work. But when you come back, it will hit you immediately.

[@LE_NOMAD90]

YSL Y the new EDT claims 8+ hours. I know thats just marketing. Unfortunately it barely lasts more than a hour on me. I know because fresh fragrances don't last on MY skin. I'm not mad. It is what it is.

[@davidchabari7077]

I truly admire your level of intelligence. A great piece of advice indeed.👍👏👏👏

[@stayfreshproductions]

I appreciate that!

[@vasylshyyka1820]

I have warm skin So, fragrances played on me usually beautifully but not long …

[@j.o.s.f361]

Royal Oud on my skin= 8 hours with 9 sprays! No more!

[@charlesshields287]

I like this comparison.

[@jameshibbert1678]

Nice one👍🏼

[@Itcoy]

Cat taking notes in the back 😅

[@michaelmcdonald9847]

Most people in this community are looking for the Tesla Plaid of colognes. They are looking for a bang for your buck, best possible performance, and max compliments. The thing they are missing is the passion and quality element. The Tesla Plaid is a boring looking sedan that also makes no noise thanks to its soulless batteries and also has a synthetic, low-quality interior.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Haha, interesting comparison.

[@hugomolina2187]

100% right on !!!!

[@razvantasca]

Again, totally right 👍

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you

[@danieldy6632]

Spot On 💯💯💯

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks!

[@AlejandroParedesBobadilla]

I just dont care if people noticed or not if im smelling effin great, If I know it, for me its just enought, its a personal experience, I dont need approval of external forces to know I smell highly amazing, grown up people

[@SuperTheBeam]

what about my car 🚘 🌹 swift 😮

[@stayfreshproductions]

I don’t understand

[@photographybydash]

Interesting topic! Agreed 💪🏽🙏🏽

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks for watching

[@javierayala2294]

Amazing content

[@S6OOL]

The thesis of this video is basically facts. The only field I dismiss it is when people tell me the original Creed Aventus (2010-2013) is the same like all others and it's just "olfactory fatigue" (which magically appeared after three years) This said, all this is true and a great point. But the original Creed Aventus has been reformulated and objectively performs trashy, I tried it with multiple people, nit wearing any scents and making tests every 15 and 30 minutes. It really vanishes fast.

[@michaelmoraga6601]

So true! 😁

[@leogarcia8640]

Genius, let’s start putting fragrances on a dynojet 😂

[@gnparticle]

Penny thumping her tail to catch our attention!!!

[@rano2613]

3:13 ((Panty Droped + 0,5xhead turned + 0,3xRecivedComplement)/pice per ml)/number of nostrils.

[@food2430]

How about this LET PEOPLE ENJOY THEIR FRAGRANCES HOWEVER THEY CHOOSE TO. I like your videos but it’s getting quite exhausting listening to do drone on about performance 24/7. If someone enjoys strong , long lasting fragrances , they should be allowed to wear said fragrances without being guilted. Just a thought!

[@michaelmcdonald9847]

You’re missing the point. A lot of times the performance is there, but the wearer just isn’t aware because they are expecting their nose to be attacked every second with fragrance. That leads to them seeking out beast mode stinkers like Interlude, Black Afgano, and Oud for Greatness, and people who bathe in those things ruin this entire community’s reputation

[@stayfreshproductions]

If you’re getting upset (typing in all caps?): 1. You’re not realizing that my videos have no control over how people enjoy their fragrances 2. You’re not actually listening to my point

[@food2430]

@@michaelmcdonald9847 I get that , but that's the wearers prerogative. I don't think constant lecturing will actually change their POV

[@food2430]

@@stayfreshproductions Justin , you try so hard to sound 'different' and 'esoteric' . Unfortunately , you come off a bit pretentious and cringey. While I may agree with some of your points regarding performance , I can almost predict that your next video will have a rant about people who enjoy 'beast-mode' fragrances. It gets quite old.

[@food2430]

@@Pearson-mw7tk I don't get it either. He seems personally slighted/offended by people who enjoy strong fragrances. It something unique to this channel and it's honestly so silly haha

[@nycdollarvan2121]

Before by my next fragrance purchase, I will be burning some sage, eyes closed..and this video playing at the proper calming decibels. 🔥👌🏾💯

[@stayfreshproductions]

Haha! 🙏🏾

[@markperkins9445]

When a man tries to convince you to spend insane money on a product that is designed to smell good but only does so for an hour 🙄. This is exactly where the schill comments come from. Be smarter gentleman. If the companies want to spend money on salesmen that's fine. If you fall for the snake oil pitch that is on you.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Mark, I think you’re missing the point.

[@TexasAlabamaBoi205]

🔥🔥🔥

[@ThomasAbe]

Performance....that was a stretch.

[@stayfreshproductions]

🤨

[@abdullahashkananai4422]

❤️👍😏

[@johnsmothermon6856]

I’ll take a Toyota anything over any Audi piece of garbage! German engineering is a myth when it comes to their cars.

[@stayfreshproductions]

The make of car is arbitrary for this example. I could have chosen any other array of brands.

[@MacnCheese23614]

Ive blind purchased all my fragrances cause i dont buy retail haven’t been let down 1 time

[@stayfreshproductions]

I don't buy retail either...but you can always get samples online first!

[@FSVR54]

@@stayfreshproductions i would buy samples if I didn't have to pay for shipping too

[@stayfreshproductions]

@@FSVR54 shipping costs money 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@FSVR54]

@@stayfreshproductions exactly, so if im going to spend money i'll just buy the bottle

[@Rough_cut613]

As ever you are a supremely rational voice in the fragrance world Justin. Thanks for all the good work. I hope all this influencer business is as fulfilling for you as it it for us.

[@stayfreshproductions]

I appreciate that!

[@hworth3]

I like the part where you said “you become the product” 🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾