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How to spot a fake perfume
The checks that catch nearly every counterfeit: price spread, batch codes, packaging detail and the wear test, in buying order.
13 Jun 2026 · ParfumPrices
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glossary basics
Projection vs sillage: the difference
Projection is how far a perfume radiates while you stand still; sillage is the trail you leave moving. Why it matters when you buy.
13 Jun 2026 · ParfumPrices
glossary basics
Perfume longevity: what to expect (and the myth)
How long perfume really lasts per concentration, why notes beat oil percentage, and how to buy for staying power.
13 Jun 2026 · ParfumPrices
glossary concentrations
Perfume concentrations, from weakest to strongest
Eau fraiche to extrait: what each concentration label means, how long each wears, and what the step up really costs.
12 Jun 2026 · ParfumPrices
glossary basics
What sillage means (and how much you want)
Sillage is the scent trail you leave behind. What drives it, how it differs from projection, and how loud you actually want to be.
12 Jun 2026 · ParfumPrices
glossary concentrations
EDT vs EDP: the difference that matters
EDP carries more perfume oil than EDT, but the same name is often a different scent. What the labels mean and when the upgrade is worth it.
12 Jun 2026 · ParfumPrices