Perfume vs Cologne vs Eau de Toilette: A Plain-English Guide

'Perfume' and 'cologne' are often used interchangeably, but they're not the same thing.

The label tells you the oil concentration — and that's what decides longevity and strength.

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Eau de Toilette (EDT)

5-15% oils

Light, fresh, 3-5 hours. Best for daytime, office, and hot weather.

Eau de Parfum (EDP)

15-20% oils

Richer, 5-8 hours. The versatile middle ground for most people.

Parfum / Extrait

20-30%+ oils

Deep, 8-12+ hours, closest to skin. Evening and special occasions.

Quick Rule of Thumb

Daily wear

EDT for work and summer; EDP for everything else.

Longevity hack

Moisturized skin holds any concentration 30% longer.

Same scent, different strength

Many lines sell the same fragrance as EDT and EDP — pick by occasion.

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