The relationship between perfume and the seasons | How to choose and use the best scent for spring, summer, autumn and winter

table of contents

1. Why change your perfume with the seasons? The science behind it
2. Choosing a Spring Perfume: Scents to Color Your New Life
3. Choosing a Summer Perfume: A refreshing feeling that can beat the heat
4. Choosing a Fall Perfume: The Scent of the Deepening Season
5. Choosing a Winter Perfume: Warm Scents
6. Perfume Strategy for Seasonal Changes
7. Japan's Four Seasons and Perfume Culture
8. Seasonal perfume storage tips

Have you ever had the experience of saying, "This perfume is too heavy in winter..." or "The perfume I used in summer doesn't taste strong enough by autumn..."

In fact, there is a deep scientific relationship between scent and the seasons , and the scent of a perfume changes dramatically with changes in temperature and humidity. By using different perfumes according to the season, you can maximize your charm throughout the year.

In this article, based on expertise in the perfumery industry, we will explain in detail how to choose the best perfume for each season and the seasonal usage techniques used by professionals.

Why change your perfume with the seasons? The science behind it

Temperature and scent volatility

Perfume evaporation is highly dependent on temperature:

• At high temperatures (summer): Evaporation rate increases, and the scent becomes stronger
• At low temperatures (winter): Evaporation rate goes down, and the scent feels weaker.

Example:

• 25℃ environment: Top notes disappear in 15 minutes
• At 5℃: Top notes last for more than 30 minutes

Humidity and scent diffusion

Humidity affects how fragrance spreads:

• High humidity (rainy season/summer): Fragrances tend to remain in the air
• Low humidity (winter): The scent diffuses easily and disappears quickly.

Seasonal changes in the human sense of smell

Interesting findings:

• Spring: Your sense of smell is most sensitive
• Summer: Sweat gland activity changes how we perceive scent
• Autumn: Dryness reduces your sense of smell
• Winter: Dry nasal passages reduce sensitivity to scents

Choosing a Spring Perfume: Scents to Color Your New Life

Spring weather characteristics and their influence on perfume

Spring Features:

• Temperature: 15-20℃ (for the aroma to come out just right)
• Humidity: Slightly high (scent lasts longer)
• Pollen: Can affect your sense of smell

Recommended scents for spring

1. Fresh floral

Representative fragrances:

• Sakura (cherry blossom petals)
• Freesia
• Peony
• Lily of the Valley

Recommended reason: Creates a clean and elegant impression that matches the season of fresh greenery.

2. Green Note

Representative fragrances:

• Green Tea
• mint
• Rosemary
• basil

Unique point: The green scent reminiscent of Japanese spring rain expresses the refreshing feeling of the season before the rainy season.

3. Light Citrus

Representative fragrances:

• Sakurajima small mandarin orange
• Hyuganatsu
• Kabosu
• Fresh green lemon

Tips on how to use spring perfume

Adjust the amount:

• Be conservative and keep it at around 70-80% of the standard
• Hay fever is especially mild

Where to apply:

• Lower body focus such as wrists and ankles
• Avoid wearing it around the neck (to protect against pollen)

timing:

• Morning commute to work or school
• Before outdoor events such as cherry blossom viewing

Choosing a Summer Perfume: A refreshing scent that will beat the heat

Summer climate characteristics and perfume strategies

Summer Features:

• Temperature: 25-35℃ (the scent becomes very strong)
• Humidity: High humidity (the scent feels heavy)
• Sweat: May change when mixed with fragrance

Recommended fragrances for summer

1. Marine aqua

Representative fragrances:

• Sea salt
• Ozone-based fragrance
• Watermelon
• Cucumber

Unique feature: The salty scent reminiscent of the Japanese coastline has a psychological effect of easing the summer heat.

2. Citrus (enhanced)

Representative fragrances:

• Summer oranges
• grapefruit
• lime
• Bergamot

Pro tip: Even if it's the same citrus, choose a more sour variety in the summer, as it will go better with the salt in your sweat.

3. Herbal

Representative fragrances:

• peppermint
• eucalyptus
• Lavender (Summer Lavender)
• Lemongrass

Summer perfumes and special uses

Cool Perfume Technique:

1. Chill the perfume in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
2. Increased cooling sensation the moment you put it on
3. However, cooling it too much will ruin the aroma.

Sweat protection:

• Place it mainly on the lower body
• After using antiperspirant, wait until it is completely dry before applying perfume
• Avoid before exercise

Adjust the amount:

• Significant weight loss of 50-60% of normal
• The ideal scent is one that you can't even tell it's there.

Choosing a Fall Perfume: The Scent of the Deepening Season

Autumn climate characteristics

Autumn Features:

• Temperature: 15-25℃ (this makes it easier to balance the scent)
• Humidity: Decreasing (the scent becomes more refined)
• Dryness: Affects how fragrance sticks to the skin

Recommended scents for autumn

1. Woody

Representative fragrances:

• Sandalwood
• Cedarwood
• Cypress
• Japanese incense woods such as Cavto Ranjatai

Cultural background: When you think of autumn in Japan, you think of autumn leaves. The scent of the trees naturally brings out the seasonal feeling and gives off a calm, mature impression.

2. Spicy Oriental

Representative fragrances:

• cinnamon
• cardamom
• Japanese spices: Sansho pepper, ginger
• cloves

Unique perspective: Spices, which go well with the flavors of autumn in Japan (chestnuts, persimmons, sweet potatoes), can express the autumn appetite through their aroma.

3. Amber

Representative fragrances:

• Amber
• Labdanum
• Benzoin
• Vanilla (Light)

Autumn Perfume: Advanced Techniques

Layering tips:

1. Base: Light woody notes
2. Accent: A little bit of spicy
3. Finish: Balance with floral notes

Matches with outfit:

• Knit material: Woody colors match well
• Leather: Goes well with spicy items
• Cashmere: Oriental style for a luxurious feel

Choosing a Winter Perfume: Warm Scents

Winter climate characteristics

Winter Features:

• Temperature: 0-15℃ (fragrance is not easily released)
• Humidity: Very low humidity (fragrance disappears quickly)
• Indoor and outdoor temperature difference: The scent changes drastically

Recommended fragrances for winter

1. Rich Oriental

Representative fragrances:

• Heavy Musk
• Vanilla (rich)
• Ambergris
• Frankincense

Related to Cavto: The deep woody oriental notes of Ranjatai Eau de Parfum make it the perfect winter scent.

2. Gourmet

Representative fragrances:

• Cacao
• coffee
• Japanese Gourmet: Matcha, Red Bean Paste
• Honey

Unique feature: The scent is reminiscent of hot Japanese winter drinks (zenzai, amazake, matcha latte) and will warm your body and soul.

3. Leather/Tobacco

Representative fragrances:

• Leather
• Tobacco Leaf
• Washi paper (unique paper scent)
• Smoky Note

Winter perfumes and warming techniques

How to use body temperature:

1. Lightly spray the inside of the muffler
2. Scent the lining of your coat
3. On the inside of the glove (near the wrist)

How it smells indoors:

• The scent becomes stronger in a heated room.
• Be conservative before going out and adjust indoors

Adjust the amount:

• Increase to about 120-150% of normal amount
• However, we will gradually consider going indoors.

Perfume Strategy for Seasonal Changes

Spring to summer transition period (May-June)

Climate characteristics:

• The temperature difference is extreme
• Humidity rises sharply (rainy season)
• A mix of hot and cold days

Recommended strategies:

1. Carry two : one light scent and one standard scent
2. Use mini bottles : Choose according to the weather of the day
3. Fresh floral : Suitable for both spring and summer

Summer to Autumn Transition (September-October)

Climate characteristics:

• Coolness in the mornings and evenings
• It's still hot during the day
• Starts to dry

Recommended strategies:

1. Separate for breakfast, dinner and lunch
2. Woody floral : Easily adapts to temperature changes
3. Layering : Light in the morning, more in the evening

Autumn to winter transition period (November-December)

Climate characteristics:

• A sudden drop in temperature
• Heating Start
• Extreme dryness

Recommended strategies:

1. Moisturizing is key : Prepare your skin thoroughly
2. Introducing Oriental scents : Gradually get used to heavier scents
3. For indoor and outdoor use : Use according to location

Winter to Spring Transition (March-April)

Climate characteristics:

• Warm and cold days alternate
• Pollen dispersion
• Humidity starts to rise

Recommended strategies:

1. Lighter : Gradually transitions from heavy winter scents
2. Pollen prevention : Choose a scent that is not too strong
3. Green : Prepare for the new green season

Japan's Four Seasons and Perfume Culture

Relationship with Kodo

Traditional seasonal fragrances:

• Spring: Plum and cherry blossoms
• Summer: The refreshing feeling of agarwood
• Autumn: The Depth of Kyara
• Winter: The warmth of sandalwood

Modern application: Cavto's Ranjatai Eau de Parfum is a modern interpretation of this traditional fragrant wood culture.

Seasonal Events and Fragrances

spring:

• Cherry Blossom Viewing: The Scent of Cherry Blossoms
• Enrollment/employment: A fresh scent

summer:

• Summer Festival: Cool Scents
• Sea and mountain leisure: Marine green

autumn:

• Autumn leaf viewing: Woody
• Autumn Appetite: Spicy Foods

winter:

• Christmas and New Year: Oriental
• Hot Springs: Relaxing

Unique Japanese scent expressions

Scent of Rain (Petrichor):

• Popular during the rainy season
• A scent reminiscent of earth and greenery

Snow Scent:

• Expressing the pure feeling of winter
• Mint and eucalyptus

Tatami scent:

• The scent of rush grass
• Relaxing in a Japanese-style room

Seasonal perfume storage tips

Storage precautions for summer

Places to avoid:

• Places exposed to direct sunlight
• Hot car interior
• Humid bathroom

Recommended storage method:

1. Store in a cool, dark place : at the back of the closet
2. Vertical : Store bottles upright
3. Stored in original box : Protected from light

Storage precautions for winter

Places to avoid:

• Near a heating appliance
• Locations subject to extreme temperature changes

Recommended storage method:

1. Constant temperature : Keep 15-20℃
2. Humidity control : Using desiccants
3. Store in a sealed container : Close the cap tightly

Seasonal perfume rotation

Spring/Summer Box:

• 3-4 light sticks
• Mainly mini size
• Carrying case

Autumn/Winter Box:

• Rich 3-4 bottles
• Full Size Bottle
• Mainly home storage

Summary: Enjoy the scent throughout the seasons

Choosing a perfume that suits the season is not just a matter of fashion, but also about optimizing scent based on scientific evidence .

Tips you can put into practice right now:

1. Choose fragrances based on the season
2. Adjusting the amount to create a seasonal feel
3. Different locations for application
4. How to store your perfume to make it last longer
5. Transitional strategies for year-round comfort

Cavto's suggestion: By understanding the different perfume families , learning the correct way to apply them, and using different perfumes according to the season, your world of fragrances will expand dramatically.

In particular, Ranjatai Eau de Parfum is designed as a deep fragrance that can be worn in all four seasons of Japan, and by changing the way you apply it according to the season, you can enjoy it all year round, from the fresh greenery of spring to the snowy landscapes of winter.

Enjoying the scent throughout the four seasons will make each day richer and more memorable.

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