NewsBite

Men’s cologne conundrum: how much is too much?

A spritz on the neck or keeping a pre-sprayed handkerchief on hand are just some of the tips and tricks fragrance experts are advising men to use when applying cologne.

Negar Salek
Negar SalekDigital editor
Updated

Subscribe to gift this article

Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.

Subscribe now

Already a subscriber?

Applying a spritz on the neck or keeping a pre-sprayed handkerchief on hand are just some of the tips and tricks fragrance experts are advising men to use when applying cologne to avoid putting on too much.

The advice, according to the The Wall Street Journal, is necessary especially in the warmer months when the amount some men apply is so overpowering that it’s too much for those around them.

Loading...
Negar Salek is the digital editor for AFR.com. Based in our Sydney newsroom, Negar has over 15 years experience as a journalist and web editor. She writes breaking news and specialises in technology companies. Connect with Negar on Twitter. Email Negar at nsalek@afr.com.au

Subscribe to gift this article

Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.

Subscribe now

Already a subscriber?

Latest In Retail

Fetching latest articles

Most Viewed In Companies

    Original URL: https://www.afr.com/companies/retail/men-s-cologne-conundrum-how-much-is-too-much-20140627-jgroz