Extrait de Parfum is the strongest fragrance concentration you can buy, containing 20-40% fragrance oil. A single dab or spray can last 12-24 hours. It sits close to the skin and unfolds slowly over the course of a day, making it the most intimate and luxurious way to wear fragrance.
How Extrait compares to other concentrations
While an EDT might project outward and announce your presence, an Extrait creates a personal scent bubble. People only smell it when they are close to you. This is not a weakness — it is a design choice. Extraits are built for depth and longevity, not loud projection.
- EDT gives you 3-6 hours with moderate projection
- EDP gives you 6-10 hours with good projection
- Extrait gives you 12-24 hours with intimate, close-to-skin sillage
Why Extraits cost more
The higher concentration of fragrance oil means more raw materials per bottle. When you are using 30-40% premium ingredients instead of 10%, the cost adds up significantly. A 50ml Extrait bottle may cost twice as much as the same fragrance in EDP, but you also use far less per application — often just one or two sprays instead of four or five.
How to apply Extrait properly
- Less is more — one to two sprays or dabs is usually sufficient
- Target pulse points where you want the scent to bloom slowly: wrists, neck, and behind the ears
- Do not rub — the concentrated oils are even more sensitive to friction than lighter concentrations
- Apply to moisturized skin for maximum longevity
- Consider dabbing rather than spraying for precise placement
Is Extrait worth the investment?
If you value longevity and depth over projection, absolutely. An Extrait bottle also lasts significantly longer because you use so little per application. A 50ml bottle could easily last a year or more of regular use. For special occasions, signature scents, or fragrances you truly love, the Extrait concentration delivers the richest possible experience.
Try Before You Buy
At ParfumHill, we offer premium fragrance decants in 3ml, 5ml, and 10ml sizes so you can experience any fragrance without committing to a full bottle. All our decants are hand-filled from 100% authentic bottles. Browse our collection and find your next favorite scent.