How to Choose a Perfume for Your Age

Perfumes are very personal in that there is really no way to explain our tastes and preferences. They can vary wildly from person to person, depending on their gender, maturity, budget, and more. In essence, there are no rules to wearing perfume. Perfumery, like all other art forms, should be enjoyed in a manner that strikes a chord with you. There is no age to start your fragrance journey. You can fall head over heels in love with perfumes at any stage of your life. Having said that, getting started with perfumes can be rather intimidating and overwhelming because of the sheer variety of fragrances occupying the shelves nowadays. To help you out, we have created a guide that identifies the suitable perfumes for any age group and gives you the gentle push required to enter this fascinating world. We have further categorized them as male and female for convenience’s sake.

Teenager Perfumes

If you are a teenager in search of the perfect perfume to start your collection, we are here to guide you. Male Bold and youthful fragrances are the way to go for teenage boys. Experimentation pays off at this age because you are just beginning to discover your perfume identity. Moreover, it will also help make a distinct impression. Fresh, peppery fragrances with aromatic and aquatic notes can help establish a clean palate. White Moss by Acca Kappa, created with great care using precious Lavender and Juniper essential oils, smells clean and energized. Female The perfumes you choose should display your youthful exuberance at its fullest. Fresh and sweet fragrances with floral-fruity accords and a dollop of vanilla or honey are an excellent choice. In case you are not fond of saccharine fragrances, you can opt for lighter berry fragrances or aquatic perfumes laced with light florals. Pink Molecule 090.09 by Zarkoperfume, Just like its pretty pink liquid color, it will leave you smelling like a fresh peach.

Perfumes For 20 Year Olds

This is the age to truly make an impression with your perfumes and celebrate your freedom. Whether you want to establish a signature scent or perfume family or you want to experiment with more expensive options, your 20s offer the ideal playground.

Perfumes For 20 Year Old, Man

Men in their 20s have to choose perfumes that exude self-confidence. It is important to showcase maturity and experience through your choice of perfume without losing your grasp on the enthusiasm and desire to make a mark in the world. Light, fresh fougeres with citrus notes are ideal for daywear. A mix of spices and gourmand notes features prominently in the darker clubbing perfumes. L’Eau Mixte by Nicolai Parfumeur Createur, offers a clean and fresh atmosphere with grapefruit and vetiver.

Perfumes For 20 Year Old, Woman

Traditionally feminine fragrances belong in the fragrance wardrobe of any woman in their 20s who wants to be taken seriously without losing their playful aura. Flowery notes like jasmine, rose or lily of the valley, and gourmand notes like vanilla, caramel, and whipped cream are beloved among women in this age group. Richer fragrances that combine floral and gourmand accords are suitable for clubbing.Le Chevrefeuille by Goutal, a floral fragrance with a fresh green opening, based on the honey-like honeysuckle aroma, is perfect for girls in their 20s.

Perfumes For 30 Year Olds

You have already established yourself by this time, and have the budget to explore those expensive perfumes that have seemed out of reach so far. Your 30s mark the beginning of the second half of your fragrance journey.

Perfume For 30 Year Old, Man

If you are harboring any notion of spending your 30s smelling like an older gentleman, shake it off right now. It is the perfect time to embrace your maturity and bid a gentle farewell to the remnants of your youth. Oud should enter your fragrance wardrobe right around this time. Warm, woody perfumes laced with exotic spices will elevate your collection. You will find yourself gravitating towards richer, darker perfumes.Oud for Greatness by Initio Parfums Prives, is an enchanting, thrilling oud perfume that makes all our dreams of greatness possible.

Perfume For 30 Year Old, Woman

Women in their 30s who are acing their professional and personal lives should be unabashed when it comes to expressing their personality through their perfume. This is also the right time to invest in more luxurious fragrances to celebrate your journey. Fresh and light chypres with a hint of musk are ideal for daytime wear, as are musky florals. If you like a fruity touch, plum and peach notes are excellent notes to have in your perfume. For example, Impressions de Giverny by Fort & Manle, offers a melange of rare exotic blooms and unpretentious native flora, all coexisting in delicate harmony.

Perfumes for 40 Year Olds

Your 40s are the time to display your sophistication and flaunt your success.

Perfumes for 40 Year Old, Man

For men, this is the perfect time to sport those sharp suits and establish themselves as someone to envy. Rich, woody and smoky scents with just hints of spices are great alternatives. Moreover, it is also the ideal time to wear spicy florals and narcotic gourmands.Take for example Epic man by Amouage, a woody oriental fragrance with precious woods and spices, evokes the many legends of the ancient Silk Road journey from China to Arabia.

Perfumes for 40 Year Old, Woman

Women in their 40s are at the peak of their lives and they want everyone to know it. Elegant floral-musks and light spicy perfumes begin to permeate their wardrobe. Some women also love to experiment with different types of chypre fragrances, especially ones with fruity accords to beckon to their younger days.One fragrance all women in their 40s must try is Portrait of a Lady by Frederic Malle, with an exuberant dose of Turkish rose — 200 flowers per 50ml bottle, no less. Beneath a bed of patchouli heart imbued with sandalwood and frankincense.

Perfume For 50+ Year Olds

It is important to embrace your 50s as the time to embrace liveliness and energy. Celebrating your life is important,  and perfumes are an excellent way to do that.

Perfumes for 50+ Year Old, Man

At this point, the playing field is quite open. Niche and luxury perfumes will enrich your perfume wardrobe. Sweet, smoky perfumes and clean, musky perfumes are great options. One to consider is Tango by Masque Milano, a nice Amber Floral fragrance for men, warm and sensual, spicy and indulgent, and more than a little bit wild.

Perfumes for 50 Year Old, Woman

Going back to clean and sweet perfumes can be an excellent way to celebrate your younger days. On the other hand, you can opt for heavy, incense perfumes that will truly elevate your presence in any room.Amber Cologne by Bortnikoff is a great fresh eau de parfum for women, a rich and complex creation that shines with its versatility, can be worn in a hot summer day or a cold winter night, combining revitalizing fresh notes with warm and powerful scents, a true crowd pleaser.We hope our guide helps you!