There are two schools of thought when answering the “should I wear the same cologne everyday?” question:
On the one hand, you have folks that have fallen in love with a particular cologne – almost to the point where they have made it their own, as much a part of them as their fingerprint. These people couldn’t imagine not wearing their favorite cologne day in and day out.
On the other hand, though, you have folks that like to shake things up a little bit every now and again (maybe even every day). These people have a bunch of different favorite fragrances they rotate in and out, and are almost always eager and willing to try something new, too.
Is there a right way or a wrong way to wear your cologne?
Are you overdoing it at all if you wear it every day, and are you strange if you don’t?
Let’s get into that right now.
Should I Wear the Same Cologne Everyday?
There’s no rule, no law, and no mandate that stops you from wearing the same cologne every single day for the rest of your life if you felt like it.
We mentioned a moment ago that there are literally millions and millions of people (billions, maybe) that find a cologne they love and stick to it like glue. They wear it so much that it becomes a part of their personality. People recognize them by their unique smell even before they see them coming around the corner.
No Real Reason Not To
If you love the way that a particular cologne smells, and you love even more the way that it makes you feel – confident, self-assured, energized, etc. – there’s absolutely no real reason whatsoever not to wear it on a regular basis.
Splash a little on every morning and you’ll be good to go!
If You Want to Shake Things Up, Take a Cue from Mother Nature
Of course, if you do decide to shake things up it’s not a bad idea to have a handful of favorites you rotate on a consistent basis.
Some cologne aficionados have four different “daily drivers” that they rotate as the seasons change.
Their spring cologne is usually pretty bright and energetic. Their summer cologne is fun and full of personality. Their fall cologne starts to get a little more woodsy, and their winter cologne is warm and comforting.
This kind of rotation is not a bad habit to pick up.
Can You Wear the Same Perfume Everyday?
Of course, there are some reasons you might not want to wear the same perfume every single day.
Allergies
To kick things off, any cologne that causes you an allergic reaction – right away or as a sort of “time delayed” reaction – should probably be kicked to the curb, no matter how much you enjoy the fragrance.
It might be worthwhile to see if you can cut back on using a fragrance you’re really passionate about, switching from daily use to once a week or just on special occasions, to see if your reactions subside.
If they stick around, though, send that cologne to the trash bin and find something else.
Skin Irritation
The same advice goes for any negative skin reactions, too.
You don’t want to have to worry about your daily cologne usage breaking you out in hives or rashes. No fragrance is worth that kind of irritation.
Budgetary Concerns
Of course, with quality perfumes and colognes being as expensive as they are right now, grabbing your favorite cologne and using it on a day-to-day basis might not make sense monetarily.
There’s nothing wrong with that. Use it as a special occasion fragrance and spritz, a treat to celebrate something really special.
Should You Only Wear One Cologne?
There are some reasons you should consider only wearing a single cologne, of course.
Consistency Helps You “Own” a Fragrance
Wearing the same cologne day in and day out, especially over a prolonged block of time (at least a couple of months, maybe even a couple of years) is going to burn an association of you with that specific fragrance into the minds pretty much everyone you come across.
It won’t take long until you “own” a fragrance, to the point where whenever someone smells anything even close to that cologne they immediately think of you.
Powerful stuff.
You’ll Boost Your Confidence
Certain fragrances and colognes have the ability to skyrocket your confidence, triggering something deep in your mind that centers, relaxes, and yet energizes you all at the same time.
Wearing this cologne on a regular basis can give you a bit of a boost in ways that a cup of coffee never could. Try it out and see how well this works firsthand.
Your Mood Will Increase, Too
Cologne can have a powerful impact on your mood and your psychology, as well as the mode and psychology of folks around you.
There’s a reason why certain colognes are recommended to be “daytime” and “nighttime” fragrances, after all.
Daytime fragrances are usually lighter, brighter, and a lot more casual. Nighttime fragrances, though, are pretty popular predate rituals for a reason.
How Often Should You Change Cologne?
If you’re looking for a reason (or time) to shake things up a little bit and change your cologne, here are a couple of trigger points you want to consider:
- Whenever You’re Feeling Bored – If you have begun to tire of a specific cologne or fragrance shake things up with something new. It’ll reenergize you instantly.
- When the Seasons Change – As we highlighted above, it’s not a bad idea to have at least four signature colognes in your collection. One for every season. That’ll give you one for every season, helping to avoid cologne stagnation.
- Daytime to Nighttime Transitions – Daytime colognes are a lot more casual than nighttime colognes. There’s often a lot of citrus, a lot of bright notes, and a fun and sort of relaxed energy around daytime formulas. Nighttime is a heavier, sexier, more sensual sort of cologne. You’ll want to switch things up with the type of energy you’re feeling.
Closing Thoughts
Should I wear the same cologne everyday, you wonder?
Maybe. Plenty of folks do, having a signature cologne (almost) all to themselves that folks recognize that by even before they see them. Just a hint of that fragrance on the breeze lets them know you’re in the area.
Or maybe you decide to shake things up every now and again, trying out different fragrances and mixing and matching different aromas to match your energy and daily schedule.
You can’t go wrong either way!
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