Keep refrigerated and tightly caped. Oxygen will degrade any fragrances that is organically based. Methanol will prevent bacteria contamination.
2007-02-08 05:32:16
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answered by blueridgemotors 6
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It depends on what the perfume's notes are and whether its fragrance is natural or chemical. Most perfumes are a blend of natural and chemical essences, and will last anywhere from 3 to 5 years. Usually, they will fade with time; a new fragrance will last longer on the skin than one you've had for a few years. Also, as the fragrance ages, the top notes may fade away completely, leaving only the heavier base notes and middle (or heart) notes.
A light, fruity fragrance will usually only last 1-2 years. After that, they tend to smell a bit like turpentine, especially if they are citrus-based. Floral fragrances and woodsy/spicy fragrances will last anywhere from 2 to 4 years before their fragrance profiles begin to fully decay. A watery fragrance (like Cool Water Woman) is entirely chemical based and will last the longest.
It's also important to note that fragrances decay differently depending on the medium; a body lotion might actually smell stronger 3 years after you've bought it then at the time of purchase, depending on the fragrance.
2007-02-08 06:18:03
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answered by shoujomaniac101 5
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No they don't go bad but it can lose its fragrance over time especially if you don't cap up the nozzle. I recommend you watch a new movie entitled "Perfume" cos its all about perfume and it's adapted from the book by the same title written by Patrick Suskind.
2007-02-08 06:14:12
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answered by xander 5
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I think perfume loses it's fragrance after about a year. It actually begins to smell bad.
2007-02-08 06:07:15
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answered by Teddy Bear 5
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I have Burberry Brit that was given to me a year ago and it still smells the same so no..i dont think so
2007-02-08 10:20:39
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answered by Mjk 2
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i guess it depends on the quality.
Although I have a cheap one that i've had since i was 14 (i'm 18 now) and it hasn't lost it's scent and hasn't gone bad, but i broke the trigger thing off it :( that was annoying.
2007-02-08 06:12:31
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answered by jo 5
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nope! i actually have a coco chanel that i dont use, but it was given to me by mom 6 years ago, and i take it with me anywhere i go to be reminded or her!
it still smells the same and strong!
2007-02-08 06:08:35
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answered by mwa 3
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YES IT DOES!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-02-08 10:06:54
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answered by Bailey S 1
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