Buying Perfume Online: Tips, Benefits, and Pitfalls to Avoid
When buying perfume online, some people will choose their fragrance based on the brand or the promotion being advertised. But how can you be sure of the scent without testing it? Buying online offers precious time savings, provided you follow a few recommendations to avoid disappointment.
1. The Advantages of Buying Perfume Online (Time Saving and Choice)
Buying your perfume online offers, first of all, great comfort. You don’t have to travel, and your product is delivered directly to your home, which is crucial if you don’t have a niche perfumery nearby.
Contrary to popular belief, online shopping allows for privileged contact: it is possible to communicate directly with the brand via chat or email to ask specific questions. Finally, e-shops often offer free samples and exclusive discounts.
2. How to Choose a New Perfume Without Smelling It?
This is the main hurdle. How do you know if the perfume will suit you? Here is the foolproof method:
The Solution: The Discovery Set (Home Testing)
If you are looking for a novelty, do not buy a full bottle blindly. Opt for a reasonably priced sample kit. This allows you to:
- Test perfumes quietly at home, far from the olfactory saturation of stores (see Buying in store).
- Live with the perfume for several days to see its evolution and dry-down on your skin.
- Often be reimbursed for the cost of the kit upon purchase of the final bottle.
On the Delacourte Paris website, we offer Discovery Boxes to allow you to find your signature scent without risk.
3. Safety Tips and Reliable Sites
The risk of online shopping is stumbling upon a dubious site or counterfeits. To avoid this:
- Official Site: Always prioritize the brand’s official website or authorized retailers.
- Secure Payment: Check for the padlock icon (https) and secure payment options (Paypal, Stripe).
- Hidden Costs: Check shipping fees before validating the cart.
4. Enriching Your Knowledge Before Buying
To help you imagine the scent, consult specialized sites that describe olfactory pyramids and gather reviews from enthusiasts:
- Fragrantica (Global encyclopedia)
- Auparfum (Critiques and expert reviews)
- Our Delacourte Blog (Complete guide on raw materials and advice)
Conclusion: Smart Shopping
Choosing a perfume means choosing your olfactory identity. Thanks to Discovery Sets and detailed online descriptions, it is now possible to find your olfactory signature from your sofa, taking the time for reflection and a real skin test.
