Long-lasting perfumes
The more perfume oil, the longer a scent stays on your skin. That’s why this list only has parfums, extraits and elixirs: the strongest concentration.
how we chose Fragrances in the parfum, extrait or elixir concentration (usually 20–30% perfume oil), by popularity. We don’t measure how long a scent lasts ourselves; that also depends on your skin and the weather.
For her
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1. Gucci Bloom Parfum
- Concentration
- Parfum
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2. Elie Saab LE PARFUM
- Concentration
- Parfum
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3. Givenchy L'Interdit Le Parfum
- Concentration
- Parfum
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5. Hugo Boss-boss THE SCENT FOR HER
- Concentration
- Parfum
For him
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7. Dolce&Gabbana LIGHT BLUE POUR HOMME Light Blue
- Concentration
- Parfum
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8. Dolce&Gabbana Devotion Men Parfum
- Concentration
- Parfum
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9. Yves Saint Laurent Y Men Le Parfum
- Concentration
- Parfum
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10. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo Le Parfum
- Concentration
- Parfum
Unisex
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12. Tom Ford Noir Extreme Parfum
- Concentration
- Parfum
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14. 47111 REMIX COLOGNE Remix Urban Summer
- Concentration
- Eau de Cologne, Parfum
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15. 4711 Acqua Colonia Intense Pure Breeze Of Himalaya
- Concentration
- Parfum
Frequently asked questions
Which perfume lasts the longest?
Generally the strongest concentrations: parfum, extrait and elixir, which have more perfume oil than eau de parfum or eau de toilette. Heavy notes such as amber, woods and vanilla also last longer than citrus.
How long does perfume last on the skin?
Often eight hours or more, but it varies from person to person. Dry skin holds scent for less time; well-moisturised skin for longer.
Is an elixir the same as a parfum?
Roughly. Brands use ‘parfum’, ‘extrait de parfum’ and ‘elixir’ for their strongest version. There’s no legal threshold, so check what the brand says for each fragrance.
