Is it bad that I don't do more to smell good? Or is cologne overrated?
Is it important to use cologne?
Is it bad that I don't do more to smell good? Or is cologne overrated?
I have to agree with @WowwGirl when she said that smells are tied to memories.
My boyfriend didn't use perfume/eau de toilette/cologne when we started dating because I'm very sensitive to smell, but eventually, he went back to his regular "smell routine" (he literally calls it that or "I will smell good routine" LOL) and I'm glad that he did because whenever he puts on perfume now, it reminds me of all the wonderful experiences we've shared.
He loves using One Million by Paco Rabanne, which reminds me of all the time I spent at his place.
The One Million Lucky reminds me of the time I felt particularly attracted to him, it's a very strange smell to me that I don't fancy too much, I actually think it suits older men better, but still, it reminds me of positive things in our relationship.
He bought Sauvage by Dior while we were on holiday, so whenever he wears that, it reminds me of that particular memory.
I don't think cologne is worth it if I'm being honest, I think usually, eau de toilette is a better choice to use on your neck or arms. It's also advisable not to spray smells directly on your skin, I think it's nicer to have clothing that smells pleasant than to have to deal with perfumey skin, I hope that makes sense.
To answer your question, I don't think many girls would notice the difference between nice deodorant and cologne. However, it's important to have a pleasant smell that reminds people of you, and I think a man that smells nice will attract more girls than one who doesn't smell nice or who smells neutral.
Make sure to do your own research and find something that works for YOU.
Thanks for the MHO - I honestly don't think it matters, but I remember that my ex ignored my repeated comments that I don't like his cologne and that he should change it. So sometimes, it's better to have a barely noticeable smell than one that is unpleasant!
Very..
I have never used one, as I am very particular about scent myself.
And I know for a fact that I don't have any particular body odor that would be noticeable in a bad way, not only because of hygiene but the fact that I've played sports all my life, so there will be always someone that will point it out, if you stink... and the only times that has been pointed out to me is after six hours of sports or something like that... and I guess that would be something expected.
So I don't like it, and I would not need it, this assuming that cologne had to be used to "compensate or mask" whatever, but I doubt that's really the case.
So, cologne would be an artificial scent that you add to yourself, I do not like the thought of that either, and it has not affected me in the sense, that of all my girlfriends, and women that are my friends... women I've met and been with, none of them have pointed out that "I should" or that "it would be interesting" or "have you ever considered" the use, or try some cologne.
So, to me, is just never in the picture, and I would never use it just to impress, or get attention or "please" someone that particularly likes it.
Use all the time, it’s important to get a good one, as some die after a couple hours.
it’s also great at bar or restaurant and a girl picks it up and asks
learning common women’s perfumes helps as an ice breaker as well
A decent all rounder is Issey Miyake and Channel Allure
Fairly neutral last a while and distinct
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There’s different cologne uses for different occasions. Some cologne’s is for the day time and it has this sharp smell then there’s the cologne that has a midnight smell that men would wear. It’s hard to describe. The midnight smell reminds me of a restaurant I went to and whenever the men would walk by as I was waiting to be called for my table I would smell it.
You never know. One day you may end up meeting that special woman you want to go on the date with. There is no bad cologne unless it smells too harsh like wood.
I rarely use it cause I don't feel like I need to do it all the time... I mean I'm clean and I shower and I smell good because of my hair anyway🤷♀️ why bother? lol
I only use cologne when I'm in the mood for something extra lol
I do like it when guys wear cologne and smell good. But unless they really have strong odours, I don't care if they wear cologne or not
omg I feel like it is
one of my exes used to have me bend over with my hair in front of my face and he'd bring his face close to my hair and he'd do that thing that chefs do when they're smelling food and he'd be like "OMG YES YES THIS SMEELLS SO FOOKING GOOD"🤣🤣🤣🤣
It was so cute and funny lmao😂😂
IKRRR🤣🤣🤣
Definitely important - My personal favorites are Versace eros and John varvatos dark rebel - You can go with anything and be good with it - Just don't pick something most dudes use - Here in dallas EVERYONE wears sauvage - It's just like oxygen no one cares especially not women
I personally don't like it that much. I rarely smell a good smelling cologne lol Most is like a bad stench to me.
I prefer when my boyfriend is clean and smells of body wash or a little bit of body spray.
Important no, not in any conventional sense of the word. But if you wish to exude a level of sophistication and an air of refinement as a man then cologne matters. Scent is an important factor in attraction and even if your natural aroma doesn't stink it still elevates your attractiveness to wear cologne, and it says something about you as a man being keen on grooming and taking care of yourself. As well as demonstrating a degree of class.
Only for special occasions I may use a perfume but is not a very important for me to have a collection of perfumes out there like many people do. But sicne I am not invited to so many special events the reason actually I dotn have not even one perfume with me and I dotn tend to buy them either,.
eh. in my opinion, if you're freshly showered, you don't smell bad. i disagree with overpowering our natural smell.
of course if someone isn't hygienic, they will stink and i don't think overpowering the stank is a better idea than being hygienic xD
fun fact: did you know that perfume was used in "the pest" pandemic? XD cause people thought that "smell" was the thing that made you sick. that's why people used perfumes. so the use of parfume was a thing before germ theory was a thing :D
if we had germ theory before we had perfume, i don't think perfume would have become a thing.
You should have one (or a few) even if you don't use it every day.
No, not important and not necessary but nothing wrong in using it also. It can make you smell really good. However, it is important that you don't have a sensitive skin
Yes it definitely is important. Well at least for me but I believe many women have it that way. We just love when our partner smells good.
Yeah but you have to find the right cologne that the girl likes if not you just wasted $60 or $75
Yes, I love a man’s good smell that’s why my boyfriend use cologne, body spray, body lotion, deodorant and bubble bath ✨💕
better to use a few drops of lemongrass essential oil under both armpits to kill BO. then apply one squirt of cologne on the chest, and two squirts on the butt
any warm place on the body tends to heat up the fragrance and make it more noticeable. doesn't have to be the butt. could be the thighs, behind the ears, the stomach, etc.
If you want to be more attractive, yes it's almost a must.
IMHO cologne kinda sucks. . . and yes you don’t want to go around smelling like a dead rat but at the same time a strong whiff of cologne smells almost as bad as weed
Want to smell man his sweat and stinking body or do you want to get close and smell his choice of cologne
Always.
Ugh. Expensive
I know right but who doesn't like to smell good?
Yeah, I know. But like 🙄
Is money well spent.
Use cologne
I don't like it at all.
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