Sauvage by Christian Dior Eau de Toilette for Men

Best & Sexiest Colognes, Perfumes & Eau de Toilettes for Men Domen Hrovatin November 5, 2018 Fragrance & Deodorant, Reviews 5 Comments best cologne perfume eau de toiletteAs men, we use a lot of products that keep us from smelling bad. But why not look at it in another way: how can we make ourselves smell good? One of the most obvious ways is by using a quality cologne, perfume for men, or Eau de Toilette (we’ll get into the differences later). We’re not talking about the cheap stuff that you splash on and then see how fast you can clear a room. No, we’re talking about the best colognes – such as Christian Dior Sauvage for Men Eau De Toilette – that are subtle-yet-noticeable, masculine but not overpowering. In this post, we’ll give you our choices for the top men’s fragrances on the market. We’ll also talk about some things to consider when buying a cologne, how to apply it like a man and not an animal, and the differences between products. Let’s get the show on the road. CONTENTS: Before you buy: 11 Things to consider when purchasing a Cologne, Perfume or Eau de Toilette 9 Best Colognes, Perfumes & Eau de Toilettes for men 2018 Don’t be an animal: How to apply your Cologne like a man (A simple, 10-step illustrated guide) How is Cologne different from Perfumes and Eau de Toilettes? Choosing the best fragrances for men BEFORE YOU BUY: 11 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN PURCHASING A COLOGNE, PERFUME OR EAU DE TOILETTE Choosing the right cologne for you isn’t quite as difficult as, say, disarming a field of landmines. On the other hand, choosing the wrong cologne can blow up on you in less obvious ways, including the fact that you may offend a roomful of people. You don’t want to be that guy; the one who creates actual distance between himself and others, and ruins a potentially hot evening before the flame ignites. Choose wisely, friends, and we’re here to help. As they say, knowledge is power, and we hope to provide you with the kind of knowledge that makes your buying choice easier – and appropriate. 1. DO A PATCH TEST Never buy a cologne, perfume, or eau de toilette without first trying it on your skin. It’s one thing to do the bottle-sniff test, but another to put it on your skin and allow to interact with your skin chemistry. And how it smells on your skin is slightly different than how it smells on the next guy’s skin, and the next guys, and … you get the picture. 2. BE PATIENT Put it on your skin and be patient. A quality fragrance needs about 15 minutes to react with your skin and for its essence to come fully forth. As a general rule, the spicier the scent, the stronger it becomes when given time to linger on your skin. 3. TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS (AND YOUR NOSE AND GUT) You can do a ton of research, read reviews, look at labels, and find out plenty of detail about the base notes and to notes of each fragrance. Not that it’s bad information, but how you react to its scent is an emotion, one you won’t find on a label. Trust your instincts. 4. TAKE SOMEONE WITH YOU Or, even if you do trust your instincts, why not bring someone with you, especially a significant other or trusted female friend? Let’s cut the b.s., one of the reasons you wear cologne is that it’s a seduction tool. We’re not saying that cologne guarantees that you’ll get laid, but its good to have every tool (pun intended) at your disposal. Or, bring a man. Just make sure it’s someone you trust enough to tell you that a certain cologne works on your skin or it doesn’t. 5. RELEASE YEAR Colognes, like wine, go through slight variations every year so be aware of a cologne’s release year. A certain brand might seem a bit different one year from the next, while some scents we’re geared to the fashion and style changes of a certain era. The good ones, however, survived the changes while remaining a popular choice. 6. WHAT’S YOUR FASHION? Cologne experts will tell you that everything from the way you dress to your skin tone should influence the type of fragrance you wear. Subtler scents work if you prefer a laid-back appearance such as jeans and a t-shirt, while a spicier scent is more appropriate if you dress in pinstripes and oxford shoes. 7. COMPOSITION “Composition” refers to the different elements that make up a scent, such as notes of leather or sandalwood, and the best colognes typically have a unique composition that separates them from the rest. It’s tough to judge composition and what you see on the label is often written by marketers. However, all fragrances contain important elements that combine to make up the scent as a whole: Top notes – These are the initial hints of scent that hit the nose immediately after you apply your cologne and then quickly disappear. Middle notes – These are notes that last up to one hour after application. Base notes – The base notes are the powerhouse of any fragrance and bring up the rear. They’re the notes that last several hours after application. The composition is another reason to test a fragrance with a sample that you leave on for up to 15 minutes. By then, the initial notes have gone and you’re much closer to experiencing the cologne’s overall scent – the scent that’s going to last you through the day. 8. THE SEASON Experts advise that you change your fragrance for each season. For example, summer-appropriate scents are fresh, fruity and floral, while wood and spice scents – the kind that “warm” you up – are best when the temperatures start to drop. 9. DON’T BE AFRAID OF SMALLER BRANDS Don’t just reach for a designer brand that is celebrity-endorsed. Smaller brands often concentrate on one thing – colognes and perfumes – and their focus is on making the things they produce the highest quality. Don’t be distracted by the brand or the name behind it. 10. IF COLOGNE ISN’T NECESSARILY YOUR THING, BUT YOU’D STILL LIKE TO TRY ONE … Some men don’t mind cologne but don’t spend a lot of time thinking about it. However, they still may want to try a cologne, and if you fall into that category choose one that’s not too complicated. Look for a cologne with a small list of ingredients. Many classic – and high-quality – colognes have an ingredient list that’s in the double digits. 11. WHAT YOU EAT MAY INFLUENCE WHAT YOU WEAR Experts even suggest that the cologne you wear should complement what you eat: if you eat a lot of spicy food, you probably have a weaker sense of smell and taste than the next guy. So, buy a cologne that has a bit of spice to it. OK, let’s move on to the best cologne for men in 2018. We’ll review nine colognes – and perfumes and Eau de toilettes – that we think you and others will appreciate. 9 BEST COLOGNES, PERFUMES & EAU DE TOILETTES FOR MEN 2018 1. SAUVAGE BY CHRISTIAN DIOR FOR MEN EAU DE TOILETTE Sauvage by Christian Dior for Men Let’s backtrack a moment. In our “What to look for” buying tips above, we suggested that just because a cologne has a celebrity-endorser and millions of dollars of advertising behind it doesn’t make it great. As many of you know, Sauvage by Christian Dior has the endorsement of the famed actor Johnny Depp. No, we’re not hypocritical and we stand by what we said earlier. However, Christian Dior is a big brand name with a big reputation that happens to have a kick-ass product that’s the best Eau de toilette for men. There. But why is it so good? Let’s have a look. First a bit of history: the original Eau Savage fragrance was released in the 1960s. In 2015, Christian Dior launched Sauvage, which drew inspiration from the classic Eau Savage fragrance. Sauvage for men is said to be a more natural, raw, fierce, and fresh fragrance that takes its inspiration from nature. In short, it’s a fragrance designed for the modern man and is a unique, manly scent, no doubt. Let’s also talk about composition, something we touched on in our buyer’s guide above because Christian Dior’s composition is worth noting. Sauvage’s scent begins with bergamot while even leaning to a fruity scent of ambroxide (also known as ambroxan). It also has a spicy kick to it that’s not uncommon in modern men’s fragrances. Another thing to think about when buying a cologne is longevity, i.e., how long will its scent last? The good news for Sauvage users is that it lingers for a long time, although how long a cologne lasts may vary from person to person. Something else that we like about Sauvage is that it’s good for just about any occasion, casual or formula. Sauvage is also an ideal warm weather scent. What it’s not is overpowering, and that’s another good reason to like it.Christian Dior is a big, well-respected name in fashion and the cologne industry and their 2015 release of Sauvage turned into a big hit. You’ll love the masculine but not overpowering scent and women will love it, too.