Eau de Cologne, Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum... What differences?
When choosing a perfume, a question often comes up: what is the difference between a Cologne Water, a Toilet Water, an Eau de Parfum or an Extract of Perfume?
The answer lies primarily in one essential element: the concentration in essence of perfume. The higher the concentration, the more intense, durable and enveloping the fragrance.
At Bastide Fragrances, we accompany brands in creating custom fragrances adapted to each format and each olfactory identity.
Cologne Water: freshness above all
Cologne Water is the lightest form of perfumery. With a concentration of between 4% and 6%, it offers a fresh, lively and immediate sensation.
Very appreciated for its refreshing side, it is ideal for:
- hot days,
- generous use,
- lovers of discreet and light fragrances.
Its characteristics:
- Concentration: 4-6 %
- Trailer: light
- Held: about 2 hours
The Cologne Water focuses more on freshness than on power. It accompanies everyday life with elegance and simplicity.
Toilet water: perfect balance
Neither too light nor too intense, Toilet Water often represents the first step in the universe of perfume.
With a concentration of 7 to 12%, it offers an excellent balance between freshness and presence. Its moderate wake makes it easy to carry the fragrance daily, while leaving a subtle olfactory imprint.
Its characteristics:
- Concentration: 7-12 %
- Dissemination: moderate
- Held: 3-5 a.m.
It is a popular format for its versatility and ease of use.
Implementation advice:
Avoid rubbing your perfume after spraying. This gesture alters the olfactory notes and accelerates the evaporation of the perfume.
Perfume water: more intense and enveloping
The Water of Perfume is now one of the most popular formats in perfumery. More concentrated than a Toilet Water, it brings more depth and hold without reaching the intensity of an extract.
With a concentration between 12 and 25%, it develops a stronger wake and a stronger signature.
Its characteristics:
- Concentration: 12 to 25 %
- Trailer: more present
- Held: 4-6 a.m.
The Water of Perfume is perfect for people looking for an elegant, durable and more sophisticated fragrance.
Implementation advice:
To optimize the diffusion of perfume, apply it to the warm areas of the body:
- neck,
- wrists,
- behind the ears.
Perfume or Perfume Extract: the most noble expression
The Perfume Extract is the most concentrated and intense form of a fragrance.
With a concentration of up to 40%, it reveals all the richness and depth of the olfactory composition. A single spray is often enough to leave a lasting signature throughout the day.
Its characteristics:
- Concentration: 20 to 40 %
- Intensity: very high
- Held: more than one day
The extract perfume seduces lovers of powerful, refined and deeply identifiable fragrances.
At Bastide Fragrances, everything starts with the concentrate
Based in the heart of Grassois country, we create custom fragrances designed to give birth to all formats:
- Cologne water
- Water of Toilet
- Water of Perfume
- Extract of Perfume
Because a successful fragrance relies primarily on a controlled olfactory basis, we accompany companies and brands in creating unique signatures that fully reflect their identity.
Bastide Fragrances supports you in the development of personalized fragrances, from concentrate to final product.
Contact us to imagine a unique olfactory creation together.