The word "layering" literally means "stratifying", and we can translate it as the art of mixing, matching, combining and superimposing fragrances, but although it may seem an innovative technique, already in the times of ancient Rome, the Romans used to using different perfumed oils in different parts of the body, the result was a new and unexpected fragrance, which uniquely defined and identified the wearer. The art of layering is even simpler nowadays, we'll just have to choose how many and which fragrances to mix and where to apply them, the advice to start experimenting is to start from our usual perfume, matching it with a different one that adds that touch personal. 

But let's go to some practical advice: 

TECHNIQUE: 

• Let's start by choosing whether to apply the different fragrances in different areas, for example neck-wrists

• Or whether to apply them in the same area, in this second case, start by applying the fragrance with the lowest percentage of alcohol and then to the more volatile ones after the first fragrance has dried; For both techniques, the rule is to apply the dominant and strongest fragrance first, and then the lighter one which would otherwise be covered. 

EXPERIMENTS: 

• The fruity citrus notes such as bergamot, cedar, orange or grapefruit, layer well with pink pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg which add warmth to the freshness; 

• Floral notes combined with woody notes such as patchouli, sandalwood, cedar acquire sensuality and modernity;

• The sweet and oriental notes go well with woody notes, but also with citrus notes for a touch of freshness; • Gourmand notes with amber combinations acquire mystery, depth and evolution; 

PROPORTIONS: The advice is to try different proportions by counting the sprays, start from less risky proportions such as 4-1, or 5-2, never start from an equal proportion or half and half, the important thing is to memorize the attempt to continue experimenting until to reach, without haste, the best and only olfactory portrait.