The Ultimate Perfume Trick for a Lasting Fragrance

How to lock in your perfume with Vaseline

Vaseline is something of an all-purpose miracle worker. Of course, its obvious uses include soothing chapped lips and hydrating skin, but it also moonlights as a natural makeup remover and even helps protect your nails. If you’re all about skincare, it should take up space in your beauty routine. When it comes to enhancing the longevity of your aroma, Dr. Teresa Song has tips on how to use Vaseline as a base layer before applying perfume.

“First, apply a small amount of Vaseline to your wrists, neck, and behind ears,” she advises. Dab it in but be careful not to rub it in completely. Then, “spritz perfume on top of the Vaseline-covered areas,” and let it dry naturally without rubbing it in. This tip requires minimal effort and yields maximum results, which is why it has long been favored by nose experts. It’s an easy step to incorporate into your beauty routine and maintain olfactory goodness all day long.