THE VASELINE HACK: CAN PETROLEUM JELLY MAKE YOUR PERFUME LAST LONGER?
THE VASELINE HACK: CAN PETROLEUM JELLY MAKE YOUR PERFUME LAST LONGER? By Dr. Shamil Introduction In the world of beauty and fragrance, some of the most enduring secrets are also the simplest. One such popular hack is the practice of applying Vaseline (petroleum jelly) to the skin before spritzing on perfume. This trick, often whispered among fragrance lovers and beauty influencers, is said to enhance the longevity—or tenacity—of a scent. But how does it work, and is there science behind the magic? While formal research is still catching up, two leading hypotheses offer compelling explanations for why this technique might extend the life of your favorite fragrance. Hypothesis 1: Vaseline Prevents Rapid Skin Absorption Perfume formulations typically include alcohol, which acts as a solvent and evaporation agent, helping the scent diffuse into the air upon application. But this also means it can evaporate quickly—especially when applied to dry skin. Dry skin tends to absorb fragrance fast...
