Something I have noticed for as long as I can remember is that when it comes to perfume and fragrances, men and woman have completely different ideas and opinions about what is hot and what is not! You know that cologne your man wears that he loves and you can’t stand, well, it’s pretty much the same thing on other side of the equation too! Just in case you were wondering, here are some of the main types of perfumes that turn men off.
1. Food Sweetness
On the whole, guys don’t really want their girlfriends to smell like the food that they eat! I’m talking about those scents that are so overwhelmingly sweet that you can detect notes of things like chocolate. The whole thing becomes too rich and sickly if you spend too much time in the vicinity of the fragrance. There is one exception to this rule, and it is vanilla. Vanilla is the acceptable face of sweet fragrances!
2. Strong Florals
There is nothing wrong whatsoever with a perfume that possesses a pleasant floral balance, but guys tend to turn their noses up at fragrances that are too overpowering with their flower based notes. Lavender, for example, might be something that you love, but for many men, it conjures up memories and images of their old grandmothers, which is the opposite of sexy!
3. Powder
The perfumed scent of baby powder is something that can turn a guy off in an instant. The reason behind this is that it reminds them of two other things before it reminds them of you, and that is baby’s bottoms and old people! If you want to make sure that your man is turned on by your scent, it’s best to stay away from something that’s going to send their mind elsewhere!
4. Fruity
Studies have been conducted to show that men tend to associate super fruity flavours with much younger ages. They see apple, orange, and strawberry notes almost as the scents that you first use when getting into perfume as a young teen, so it makes sense that conjuring images of a much younger child testing out perfumes might not provide the biggest turn on! Stick to more mature, more sultry types like sandalwood, rose, etc. if you want to keep him interested and turned on!
Frequently Asked Questions
- What kind of scents do men usually dislike?
- Oh, that's a tricky one! Many guys aren't fans of super sweet or overly floral scents. They tend to lean towards fresh or spicy notes instead.
- Can a woman's perfume really turn a guy off?
- Absolutely! If a scent is too strong or just isn't appealing to him, it can be a major turn-off. It's all about finding what resonates, you know?
- Are there any fragrances that I should avoid if I want to attract guys?
- For sure! Heavy, musky notes or scents that smell too 'perfumey' might not be the best choice. Stick to lighter, cleaner scents that can be more inviting.
- Do men really notice different perfumes?
- Oh, definitely! Just like us, men have their preferences. They might not always express it, but they do pick up on different scents, for sure.
- Is it possible for a scent to change a man's mood?
- Yes! Certain scents can create feelings of comfort or excitement. Choosing your perfume wisely can definitely influence the vibe in a room!