Perfume comes in different concentrations which can affect the intensity of their scent. The most common perfume types are eau de toilette and eau de parfum. Eau de toilette is typically a lighter style fragrance whereas eau de parfum has a higher concentration of fragrance oil which gives it a stronger scent.

Perfume is best applied to clean, dry skin and applied directly to the pulse points which include the inside of the wrists, the neck, and the backs of the knees. Only apply a small amount of perfume to avoid over-doing it. On the flip side, we’ve also gathered tips from our Lancôme fragrance team on how to apply perfume for a longer lasting scent.

If you're looking for a perfume for mom this Mother’s Day, La vie est belle eau de parfum is one of our most popular scents. “La vie est belle” is a French expression meaning, "life is beautiful" and is a joyful, luxurious perfume that celebrates the beauty of life. La vie est belle features a blend of sweet and floral notes, including iris, earthy patchouli, and warm notes of spun sugar and vanilla. This gourmand floral combination creates a warm and sparkling aroma that is both elegant and modern. La Vie est belle is a perfume for women of all ages and could be the perfect perfume for mom this Mother’s Day.

The perfume you use in each season depends entirely on personal preference — but you may like to use a lighter and fresher perfume in the summer and a warm, rich, or musky scent in the winter.

Each perfume has a different profile of notes which make up your perfume. Some popular notes include Vanilla, Wood, Rose, Musk, Oud, Amber, and Citrus. These typically fall into a category like Fresh, Fruity, Floral, Warm, or Gourmand.

Perfume is a very personal beauty product and the perfume that is best for you will depend on your personal preferences. Consider using our fragrance finder tool to find a scent that matches your personality.