FAQ

The difference between a Perfume, an Eau de Parfum (EDP) and an Eau de Toilette (EDT) is the concentration of the fragrance oil. Perfumes have the highest concentration of oil, followed by the EDP and thereafter an EDT.

There are no expiration dates on fragrance products, although recently manufacturers have indicated approximately 3 to 5 years from the date of production. Others say approximately 3 years from date of first use. Manufacturers have also indicated PAO (Period after Opening) on most of their products.

Over time, contact with air, exposure to sunlight and high temperatures may affect the integrity of a fragrance. To maximize the shelf life of a fragrance, it is recommended that it be kept in a cool, dry place and and away from sunlight. Always place the cap back on the bottle and use the box (if applicable) for additional protective storage.

Top notes provide the first scent impression of a fragrance once it has been applied to the skin. They are usually lighter, more volatile aromas that evaporate readily. Their scent usually lingers for between 5 and 30 minutes.

 
Heart notes (or middle notes) make up the body of the blend. They may be evident from the start, but will usually take 10-30 minutes to fully develop on the skin. They are the notes that classify the fragrance family (floral, oriental, chypre, etc, see below).

 
Base Notes are those with the greatest molecular weight. They last the longest, and are also important as fixatives, that is, they help slow down the evaporation rates of the lighter notes, giving the fragrance holding power

Perfume testers are exactly the same as the original fragrance, only without the fancy retail packaging. Testers may come with or without a cap and usually come in a variety of Tester packaging, as originally produced by their manufacturer. Fragrance companies use testers for the purpose of demonstrating their products and therefore the quality of the fragrance is equal in all ways to the retail product.

 
All perfume and cologne testers are brand new and unused. Take advantage of the considerable savings for foregoing the fancy box.

 
If you are interested in buying testers, please contact our sales team on sales@truperfumes.co.nz

Perfumes, colognes or other beauty products indicated as having Imperfect Packaging are those whose packaging have become slightly dented, scuffed or worn through shipping and handling. The perfume or cologne inside is brand new and unused, yet it's respective packaging is not in it's original retail condition, although not deemed useless. Imperfect Packaging perfumes are discounted relative to their "in perfect" retail condition counterpart.

If the price is extremely low, as the adage goes “if it is too good to be true, then it probably is.”

 
Experts claim that even if the perfume is authentic, a lower price “may indicate that it’s passed its use-by date or has been stored incorrectly or for too long” Fake scents often have a bitter smell.

Yes of Course. We have an extensive global and local supplier networks which ensures our product range is one of the largest. So we might be able to find what you're looking for, even if it's been discontinued in your country. If you have ordered an item before but don't see it listed anymore, it is most likely just sold out. Unfortunately, we are unable to notify individual customers when stock arrives or when the next shipment is coming in, so please keep checking the website for the latest stock update.