About Our Handcrafted Fragrances

About Our Materials:

At Glam Fumes, we create handcrafted, small-batch fine perfumes that blend luxury with skin safety. Our formulations incorporate a mix of:

• Natural Ingredients: We use high-quality absolutes and essential oils to capture the essence of nature.
• Synthetic Ingredients: Carefully selected to enhance affordability, sustainability, and prolonged scent profiles, our synthetics allow for unique olfactory experiences not achievable with natural substances alone.

We source our natural materials from esteemed suppliers in the perfumery industry who excel in and possess extensive expertise in acquiring the highest quality natural ingredients. Many of these suppliers are small businesses that maintain close relationships with producers and have a deep understanding of the origins of their materials.

While many fragrances incorporate the use of some natural ingredients, there are many more synthetic materials available on a perfumer’s palette, allowing the perfumer more creative freedom to develop a unique and memorable scent. Synthetic fragrances are much stronger, longer lasting, and more complex than all-natural fragrances, as well as being just as safe to use. Synthetic fragrances are also easier to manufacture as their components are much more consistent when produced, whereas natural ingredients can produce unpredictable results, just as anything in nature would.

We are committed to cruelty-free practices and do not test our products on animals.

Also, our cruelty-free and vegan perfumes are comprised of naturally derived and safe synthetic ingredients. We strategically blend botanical-based and lab-made ingredients to ensure our perfumes are safe and hypoallergenic.

Safety and Ethics:

We prioritize your health and the environment. All our fragrances adhere to IFRA guidelines, ensuring they are safe for your skin.

Resting/Aging:

Letting perfume age or macerate for a few days before use can significantly enhance their fragrance profile. Just like a fine wine, many perfumes benefit from a brief period of rest after being blended. This maturation allows the various notes—top, middle, and base—to harmonize, creating a more balanced and cohesive scent. When a perfume is freshly mixed, the volatile compounds can sometimes overshadow the deeper, richer undertones. By allowing it to sit undisturbed, the fragrance can evolve, shedding any sharp initial edges and allowing the softer notes to emerge, resulting in a more refined olfactory experience. Whether for personal use or to allow a creation to reach its full potential, this simple act of patience can transform a beautiful scent into something truly captivating.

Additionally, due to the presence of vanilla, the perfume may develop a darker color over time. However, this does NOT affect the performance of the perfume.

Fragrance Formula & Projection

The base that you choose can subtly alter the scent. Oil bases enhance the deeper base notes and age gracefully, while alcohol highlights the lighter, fresher top notes and spices.

Fragrance Application, Characteristics & Projection

Oil-based fragrances provide a subtle, personal scent. Applied to pulse points, they create a soft "halo" of fragrance close to the skin. Choose oil-based fragrances if you prefer a subtle, intimate fragrance experience.

Alcohol-based fragrances offer a stronger, more noticeable projection. They are designed for wider scent dispersal. Choose alcohol-based fragrances if you prefer a stronger, room-filling scent.

What are the differences between alcohol-based and oil-based fragrances?

Oil-based fragrances wear closer to the skin than alcohol-based fragrances. Alcohol-based fragrances are stronger and offer a larger projection radius. If you prefer a stronger, more powerful fragrance that can fill a room and be noticed by those around you, you may prefer alcohol-based fragrances; if you prefer a more subtle, personal fragrance, perfume oils may be your best choice. 

While formulas are identical across formats, subtle scent variations may occur.  Fragrances may smell slightly different in different formats -- for example, in some cases, top notes may be more diffusive (and stronger) in perfume spray format than in perfume oil format.

How should I store my products? Will they ever go bad or expire?

To maximize the lifespan of your fragrances, store them in a cool, dark place, away from sunlight and extreme heat. Perfume oils can last approximately 3-5 years (or longer) before natural scent components may begin to fade. However, we suggest that you use your fragrance within 1 year. Light, heat, and variations in temperature and exposure to oxygen can cause a fragrance to deteriorate over time.

Generally, perfumes improve with age, regardless of their format.

What are the different types of perfume concentrations?

Here are the different perfume concentrations, listed in order of highest to lowest concentration of fragrance oils. Please note that we only carry the top 2 concentrations available, Extrait de Parfum and Eau de Parfum.

Extrait de Parfum: The highest concentration, typically 30-40% fragrance oils. This is the most expensive and long-lasting option.
Eau de Parfum: Concentration of 15-20% fragrance oils. A popular choice, offering good longevity and intensity.
Eau de Toilette: Concentration of 5-15% fragrance oils. Lighter and fresher than EdP, often used for daytime wear.
Eau de Cologne: Concentration of 2-4% fragrance oils. Very light and refreshing, often used as a splash or body spray.
Eau Fraiche: The lowest concentration, typically 1-3% fragrance oils. Very diluted and offers a subtle scent, often containing more water or alcohol.

The higher the concentration of fragrance oils, the longer the scent will last on the skin, and the more intense the fragrance will be.

What factors influence how a perfume smells on my skin?

Body chemistry, skin type, diet, and even the weather can affect how a fragrance develops on your skin.

Can I wear different perfumes at the same time?

Yes, layering fragrances can create unique combinations. 

How can I find the right scent for me?

We recommend trying our samples or discovery sets to choose a scent that fits your preferences.

What are fragrance accords?

Fragrance accords represent a realm of creativity for perfumers, as they artfully blend three or four scent notes to forge a cohesive and unique aroma. For instance, an "ocean waves" accord might combine various aquatic and salty elements to evoke the feeling of a day by the shore.

How do I make my fragrance last all day and throughout the evening hours?

To ensure your perfume lasts all day, follow these tips:

Cleanse Your Skin: Start with a shower oil or body wash that complements the notes in the parfum that you are wearing. 

Hydrate Your Skin and Layer Your Scent:  After showering, use a body cream or body oil in the same scent or a scent having similar notes as your parfum. Be sure to apply moisturizer or body oil before applying fragrance. Perfume adheres best to hydrated skin.

Target Pulse Points: Apply fragrance to skin and clothing.

Touch-Ups on the Go: During the course of the day, it is natural for fragrance to fade. Carry a travel-sized bottle for easy fragrance touch-ups throughout the day.

Can I spray perfume on my hair?

Yes. Hair is excellent for carrying fragrance. Our 4 oz. Eau de Parfum spray is perfect to use as hair perfume, as it has no alcohol in the formula. 

What areas should I avoid?

Do not apply fragrance on genitals or sensitive areas and be sure to keep it away from your eyes and mouth.

Why does my favorite perfume smell different on me than it used to. Did you change the formula?

Often, the essence of a fragrance is more about the person than the perfume itself. Over time, our tastes and preferences naturally evolve, and after wearing the same scent for a while, you may find yourself growing weary of it without realizing. Changes in your diet or lifestyle can also alter your body chemistry, influencing how a fragrance interacts with your skin, and as we age, various factors will affect its scent profile—sometimes positively, sometimes negatively. However, there are occasions when it truly is the perfume at fault. If a fragrance smells markedly different from how you initially remembered, it might have surpassed its ideal shelf life of three to five years.

Is spritzing perfume several times into the air in front of me and then walking into it a good way to apply fragrance?

Spraying perfume into the air and then walking into a “perfume cloud” will certainly impart some scent, but it greatly reduces the amount of product that ends up on your skin, making it less impactful. Your best bet is to apply fragrance directly onto your skin. If you want a little extra aura, add a bit to your hair.

Is discoloration of my perfume over time natural?

This discoloration over time is typical for perfumes that include clean and natural ingredients. It will not affect the fragrance in any way.

Comparative advertising disclaimer

 

Please note: Glam Fumes only sells 2 dupes. All other fragrances are custom blends. Glam Fumes does not violate copyright. Glam Fumes competes with the designer brand.  It does not use their fragrances and is not associated in any way with the designer brands or their manufacturers. All trademarks are property of their respective owner. Designer/brand name is solely used for comparison purposes and to give customers idea of each fragrance's character and scent accords. We do not present our fragrances to be exact copies. We are in compliance with the FTC's statement of policy regarding comparative advertising.