Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our products, ordering process, and more. If you don't find what you're looking for, feel free to contact us.
Product Information
You can view our entire range of perfumes through the following links:
- Website: Explore All Perfumes
- WhatsApp Catalog: View WhatsApp Catalog
We've also made browsing easier by categorizing our collections:
- Men's Collection: Full | Best-Sellers | Anytime | Evening | Fresh | Sweet | Woody
- Ladies Collection: Full | Best-Sellers | Anytime | Evening | Fresh | Sweet | Woody | Floral | Fruity
- Unisex Collection: Full | Best-Sellers | Anytime | Evening | Fresh | Sweet | Woody | Floral | Fruity
(Each category links directly to its section on our website.)
Here are our most popular picks:
- Gents Best-Sellers: Browse Here
- Ladies Best-Sellers: Browse Here
- Unisex Best-Sellers: Browse Here
- All-Time Best-Sellers: Browse Here
We offer multiple bottle sizes and concentration options to suit different preferences and usage styles.
Available Bottle Sizes
- 100ml – Glass spray bottles with 900+ standard sprays
- 50ml – Glass spray bottles with 450+ standard sprays
- 30ml – Plastic spray bottles with 240+ standard sprays
- 20ml – Plastic pocket-shaped bottles with 330+ fine mist sprays
- 15ml – Plastic pocket-shaped bottles with 250+ fine mist sprays
- 10ml – Plastic pen-type spray bottle with 50+ standard sprays
- 6ml Pure Perfume Oil – Roll-on, alcohol-free
- 2ml Sample – Spray sample vials ideal for testing before purchasing
Concentration Options
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Extrait de Parfum (50%–60% oil): Maximum intensity and longevity
Lasts 12–24+ hours on clothes -
Eau de Parfum (EDP) (35%–45% oil): Rich and long-lasting
Lasts 6–10+ hours on clothes -
Eau de Toilette (EDT) (25%–30% oil): Light and refreshing
Lasts 4–6+ hours on clothes - Pure Perfume Oil (6ml roll-on): Alcohol-free, highly concentrated
Yes. We offer 2ml sample vials at a minimal fee, priced between Rs.250–450 each. Every sample comes in a spray vial with 25+ fine sprays, allowing you to test and enjoy our fragrances before choosing a full-size bottle.
Fragrance Selection and Guidance
Consider your preferred fragrance families (floral, woody, citrus, oriental) and intended usage. Our intuitive categorization system helps you discover fragrances by:
- Gender: Men's, Women's, or Unisex options
- Occasion: Evening elegance or versatile anytime wear
- Style: Designer-inspired, niche-inspired, or signature originals
- Scent Profile: Fresh and clean, Sweet and Warm, Woody and Earthy, Floral-Centric, or Fruity-Centric
We've made your browsing easier by categorizing our collections:
- Men's Collection: Full | Best-Sellers | Anytime | Evening | Fresh | Sweet | Woody
- Ladies Collection: Full | Best-Sellers | Anytime | Evening | Fresh | Sweet | Woody | Floral | Fruity
- Unisex Collection: Full | Best-Sellers | Anytime | Evening | Fresh | Sweet | Woody | Floral | Fruity
(Each category links directly to its section on our website.)
At Perfumify we believe finding the right fragrance takes time and self-awareness. Rather than committing at the first sniff, it's important to wear a fragrance and live with it. Notice how it makes you feel over time—how it fits into your daily routine, your personality, and your comfort. A signature scent is not chosen instantly; it reveals itself when a fragrance starts to feel natural and effortless.
As tastes evolve over different phases of life, it's normal for preferences to change. The right fragrance is one that resonates with you emotionally, not just one that follows a trend.
- Daily wear: Light, fresh scents like citrus, floral, or aquatic fragrances (anytime wear category)
- Special events: Deeper, more sensual evening fragrances for dates and celebrations
- Professional settings: Subtle options such as citrus, aquatic, or light floral scents
Absolutely. Fragrance has no gender boundaries—wear whatever brings you joy. Many traditionally "feminine" florals or sweet scents are stunning on men, while "masculine" woody or musky fragrances can be beautifully sophisticated on women.
Individual sensitivities vary. We always recommend performing a patch test before application on skin to ensure full compatibility. From our experience as perfume enthusiasts, we've found that fabrics carry fragrances better than skin in warm climates like Sri Lankas. For this reason, we recommend applying our perfumes to clothing.
Ordering & Delivery
We offer multiple convenient ordering methods such as website shopping cart, social media DMs, WhatsApp, or direct phone orders.
👉 If ordering via WhatsApp or Direct Message, please provide:
- Perfume Selection:
- Perfume name
- Concentration
- Bottle size
- Number of bottles - Delivery Details:
- Customer Name
- Delivery Address
- Contact Number(s)
- District & Nearest City
- Additional Info (if any)
- Cash on delivery (COD) throughout Sri Lanka
- Bank transfers
- Cash payment during pickup (must be completed during or prior to collection)
Our delivery fees are as follows:
- Colombo & Suburbs – Rs.300
- Outstation – Rs.350
- North & East – Rs.400
- Pick-up from Maharagama – FREE
Standard delivery takes 3–5 business days depending on location. We provide reliable island-wide shipping, with same-day delivery available in select Colombo areas depending on stock availability.
Yes, absolutely! Once your order ships, we'll send you the courier service name along with your tracking (or waybill) number via WhatsApp or email. You can then check the progress of your delivery directly with the courier and follow your parcel every step of the way.
Application and Performance
Based on our expertise with Sri Lanka's climate, we recommend:
- Applying fragrance to clothing: Fabrics retain scents better than skin in humid conditions, projecting a 2–3 foot scent aura.
- Layering technique: Consider complementary scents for enhanced complexity.
- Moisturize before application: Lightly moisturized skin holds fragrance longer.
- Hair misting: Lightly spritz on hair or a hairbrush for subtle, lasting scent.
- Avoid rubbing: Let fragrance settle naturally to preserve its structure.
Don’t worry! The fragrance you received is completely normal. Our tester bottles have already gone through full maceration, while your fresh bottle is still in its early stage.
Like all fine perfumes, the scent continues to mature naturally inside the bottle. As it rests, the fragrance becomes smoother, richer, and gradually settles, reducing any initial harsh notes or alcohol scent, performing closer to what you experienced from the tester.
You may start using the perfume immediately, but for the best longevity and projection, we recommend allowing around 2 weeks for full maceration. Please keep the bottle inside its box and store it in a cool, dry place away from heat and sunlight.
Your fragrance will settle beautifully — and match the tester — as it matures.
Perfume reacts differently with each person’s skin chemistry. Factors such as pH level, body temperature, natural oils, and lifestyle influence how a fragrance develops and lasts.
Because of this, the same scent can smell slightly different from one person to another, creating a unique and personal scent experience for every wearer.
The recommended number of sprays depends mainly on the atomizer type, bottle size, and fragrance concentration. Fine mist atomizers release less perfume per spray, while standard atomizers deliver more with each press.
Recommended Spray Counts:
- 100ml / 50ml – Standard atomizers (A Grade): 4–6 sprays around collar and shoulders
- 30ml – Standard atomizer (B Grade): 4–6 sprays
- 20ml / 15ml – Small fine mist atomizers: 7–9 sprays
- 10ml – Standard atomizer (B Grade): 4–6 sprays
- 2ml Sample – Sample spray vial with 25+ fine sprays; intended for testing only
Note: These are starting recommendations suited to typical Sri Lankan conditions. Actual performance and required spray count can vary depending on the following factors:
- Climate: Heat and humidity can affect evaporation and projection.
- Time of Day: Daytime wear usually calls for lighter application than evening wear.
- Fabric: Clothing generally retains fragrance longer than skin; natural fabrics tend to hold scent better than synthetics.
- Fragrance Composition: Rich notes such as musk, amber, woods, and resins tend to last longer than light florals or citrus. A lower-concentrated woody fragrance can sometimes outlast a higher-concentrated citrus one.
- Fragrance Type: Different concentrations behave differently. Higher oil concentrations tend to last longer on clothing, while lighter concentrations may feel brighter or fresher but fade sooner.
- Personal Preference: Desired intensity, occasion, and personal comfort level all play an important role.
Example: Bottles with fine mist atomizers typically release less perfume per spray, so they may require slightly more sprays than standard atomizers to achieve a similar scent presence. We recommend adjusting gradually based on comfort and surroundings.
Higher oil concentration generally helps a fragrance last longer, but it doesn’t always guarantee stronger projection or better overall performance.
What oil concentration affects:
- Longevity: Higher aromatic concentrations generally last longer (Extrait > EDP > EDT), though exceptions exist.
- Projection: Medium concentrations like EDP often project further than very high concentrations. Extrait tends to sit closer to the skin with a richer profile, while EDT offers a brighter initial lift but fades faster.
What matters as much—or more:
- Oil composition: Some notes such as musk, amber, woods, and resins naturally last longer than light florals or citrus.
- Maturation: Over 2–4 weeks, all fragrances naturally round out, revealing their full depth, projection, and longevity beyond their initial fresh blends.
- Fabrics, environment and skin: Perfumes behave differently depending on fabric, environment, and skin type.
At Perfumify, we carefully craft and mature each fragrance to achieve balanced performance. That’s why we offer Extrait, EDP, EDT, and Pure Oil blends, allowing you to choose the concentration that best suits your needs and usage style.
Quick Comparison:
| Type | Projection | Longevity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extrait | Personal aura | 12–24+ hrs | Maximum longevity |
| EDP | Strong → Moderate | 6–10+ hrs | Everyday wear |
| EDT | Fresh & light | 4–6+ hrs | Shorter wear periods |
| Pure Oil | Skin-close | 8–12+ hrs | Layering / intimate |
In Sri Lanka’s heat and humidity, higher oil concentrations tend to perform better on clothing. For this reason, Perfumify recommends Extrait as our flagship concentration for maximum longevity and overall performance.
Extrait de Parfum (50–60% oil)
Our longest-lasting and most recommended concentration. Extrait delivers a smooth,
well-rounded personal aura rather than aggressive projection, with exceptional depth
and longevity. Just 3–4 sprays are sufficient, and some fragrances remain detectable
on clothing even after washing.
Eau de Parfum (35–45% oil)
The most balanced option. EDP offers a strong opening with a comfortable presence
throughout the day, making it ideal for offices, daily wear, and versatile use.
Eau de Toilette (25–30% oil)
Light, fresh, and breathable with good initial projection. EDT is ideal when you prefer
a softer scent presence or enjoy refreshing your fragrance during the day.
Pure Perfume Oil (Alcohol-Free)
Intimate and skin-close. Ideal for layering under sprays, travel use, or those who
prefer a subtle personal scent. Not suitable for application on clothing.
Quick guidance:
Maximum longevity → Extrait (our flagship)
Everyday versatility → EDP
Lighter, refreshing wear → EDT
Layering or intimate use → Pure Oil
Temperature significantly impacts scent projection. Heat amplifies fragrance intensity while cold weather creates subtler projection. Our climate-optimized formulations are specifically designed to maintain consistent performance in Sri Lanka's tropical conditions.
Traditionally, perfumes are applied on pulse points (wrists, neck, behind ears) because these areas have blood vessels close to the skin. The natural warmth from these points helps the fragrance evaporate slowly and project beautifully.
However, tropical climates like Sri Lanka are much hotter and more humid. In these conditions, the skin becomes overly warm and sweaty, causing fragrances to break down faster, lose their true scent profile, and evaporate too quickly, reducing their overall performance.
Through our extensive real-world testing at Perfumify, we have consistently found that the best longevity and projection comes from applying perfume on clothing rather than skin in hot climates.
- Stronger projection in the air
- Lasts 24–48+ hours on clothes
- Sometimes remains even after washing
For best results, we recommend applying 4 or more sprays on clothing. You may also re-spray after 5–6 hours to refresh the scent, similar to refreshing your face with a wet tissue during the day.
Correct spraying distance: Always hold the bottle 6–8 inches away from the fabric to allow a clean, even mist. Our fragrances are highly concentrated and climate-optimized, so spraying too close may leave light scent marks.
Best areas to spray on clothes:
- Front of the collar
- Back of the collar
- Top of the shoulders
These areas naturally sit closest to other people’s noses during conversations and interactions, giving maximum scent impact.
Applying your perfume from the recommended distance ensures it stays on your clothes without leaving any visible marks.
It is natural for some perfumes, including those from top international brands, to leave light marks if sprayed too closely onto white or light-colored fabrics. This is a normal behavior of perfume ingredients and not a defect.
This is why best practices exist in perfumery and maintaining a proper spray distance ensures a clean, even spread of the perfume mist avoiding any visible marks.
As explained in the previous FAQ, fabrics often help perfumes perform better in warm climates like Sri Lanka's than direct application on skin. Hence we recommend making the most of this advantage by following proper industry-standard spraying techniques.
Best practices:
- Spray holding the bottle 6–8 inches away from the fabrics
- Let the mist settle gently instead of spraying heavily in one spot
This common experience is called olfactory fatigue or "nose blindness." Your brain naturally adapts to familiar scents through repeated exposure, making you less aware of the fragrance even though others can still detect it clearly.
Managing olfactory adaptation:
- Rotate between different fragrances rather than using the same one daily
- Apply to clothing for more consistent projection
- Ask trusted friends or family for feedback—they can often smell it when you cannot
Rest assured, our fragrance quality remains consistent across all batches. This phenomenon reflects your sensory system's natural adaptation, not any change in product quality.
Storage & Care
Preserve fragrance quality by storing bottles in cool, dark locations away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
When stored properly, fragrances typically maintain quality for 2-3 years. Over time, scents may evolve slightly, but proper storage maximizes longevity and preserves the intended fragrance profile.
At Perfumify, the manufacture date refers to the production date of the perfume oils, which is used for safety, traceability, and shelf-life compliance.
Each fragrance is then freshly blended and bottled to order, ensuring optimal freshness and performance when you receive it.
Although blended perfumes typically remain stable for years, we apply a conservative best-before period to maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer confidence.
After blending, the fragrance naturally continues to mature over the following days — a normal and desirable part of fine perfumery.
Yes! Combining complementary scents can create your unique signature blend. Contact us for professional layering recommendations tailored to your preferences.
Special Offers & Programs
Yes! visit our website and follow our social media channels for regular updates on our exclusive promotions, bundle offers, and seasonal discounts.
We're developing a comprehensive loyalty rewards program offering discounts and exclusive benefits for returning customers. Stay connected for program launch updates!
We provide comprehensive gifting solutions:
- Custom gift wrapping and presentation boxes (requires 2-week advance notice and deposit)
- Personalized labels featuring names, event details, or special messages
- Complimentary scent consultation for gift selection based on recipient's age, personality, and occasion
We offer special rates for:
- Large quantity orders
- Corporate gifting programs
- Wedding and event favors
- Special occasion requirements
To ensure availability and timely preparation, bulk orders must be confirmed at least 2 weeks in advance. An advance payment is required to initiate processing.
About Perfumify.lk
Perfumify.lk is Sri Lanka's leading online destination for premium inspired fragrances. We specialize in high-quality interpretations of designer and niche perfumes, offering luxury scents at accessible prices. Our commitment to excellence has earned the trust of professionals throughout Colombo and across Sri Lanka, with exceptional customer retention rates that reflect our core philosophy: "Under promise and over deliver."
Our perfumes are expertly crafted inspired versions of renowned designer and niche fragrances. While not originals, they are meticulously formulated to achieve 90-95% similarity to their branded counterparts. This exceptional quality is validated by hundreds of positive reviews from our satisfied customers who appreciate both the authenticity of scent and significant cost savings.
We offer a comprehensive fragrance experience that includes:
- Complete size range: Eight bottle sizes from travel-friendly 10ml to generous 100ml options
- Multiple concentration levels: Extrait, EDP, EDT, and Pure Oil formulations
- Climate-adapted formulas: Specially optimized for Sri Lanka's tropical environment
- Premium ingredients: Crafted with premium quality ingredients and precision standards
- Luxury accessibility: Designer-quality fragrances at budget-conscious prices
- Intuitive browsing: Smart categorization by gender, occasion, fragrance type, and scent profile
Our pricing reflects our unwavering commitment to quality and our core philosophy of "under promise and over deliver." Here's what sets our products apart:
- Premium ingredient sourcing: We exclusively use high-quality perfume oils from legitimate, legal suppliers, ensuring authenticity and safety. We never compromise by using questionable or illegally sourced materials that some competitors rely on to cut costs.
- Superior concentration standards: Our EDT formulations contain 25-30% perfume oils—significantly higher than industry averages. Most market competitors use considerably lower concentrations, resulting in weaker performance and shorter longevity.
- Unmatched EDP quality: Our Eau de Parfum formulations often surpass what local competitors offer as their premium options. Many EDPs in the market cannot match even our EDT-level performance standards.
- Industry-leading Extrait excellence: Our Extrait de Parfum collection has earned countless positive reviews for exceptional longevity and projection, establishing us as market leaders in this premium category.
- Quality-focused investment: We prioritize the fragrance itself over expensive packaging that ultimately gets discarded. Every rupee goes toward maximizing the perfume quality you actually experience.
- Passion-driven approach: As a start-up founded on genuine passion for perfumery, we maintain minimal profit margins to reinvest in continuous quality improvements rather than maximizing short-term profits.
Flexible options for every budget: We understand that luxury should be accessible. That's why we offer eight different bottle sizes (10ml to 100ml) and multiple concentration levels, allowing you to experience premium quality at a price point that suits your budget.
When you choose Perfumify.lk, you're investing in fragrances we personally use and stand behind—ensuring you receive exceptional value through superior performance, longevity, and authentic scent profiles that justify every rupee spent.
Customer Support & Contact
We operate exclusively online, but we provide detailed fragrance descriptions, authentic customer reviews, and sample options to ensure confident purchasing from your home.
We're available through multiple channels for your convenience:
- WhatsApp: Quick questions and instant support
- Instagram & Facebook: Direct messaging welcome
- Email: Detailed inquiries and comprehensive assistance
- Phone: Direct communication for immediate needs
We provide personalized customer service including one-on-one consultations for scent matching, concentration guidance, and tailored recommendations.
Still have questions?
We're always happy to help you discover your perfect scent. Reach out through any of our contact channels—our team is here to assist you!