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SPF, sunblock, suncream, sunscreen

Sunning Yourself Safely
– A guide to sun creams, lotions and blocks

Our awareness of damage from the sun's rays has made sun protection increasingly important to all of us, but with so many different types...

11 August 2021
Fragrances, Scents

Modern Fragrance – Who’s Who & How They Got There

People have been trying to make themselves smell sweeter for centuries. From Ancient Egyptians using things like milk and spices to people around the world...

06 August 2021
Favourite Scents, Fragrance Wheel

The Fragrance Wheel of Popular Scents

What is a Fragrance Wheel?

A fragrance wheel is a circular illustration that shows fragrances as a spectrum. The various individual scents are placed according...

23 July 2021
Perfume

Sweet Spot – 4 Recommended Scents


Feeling like indulging in something sweet? No, it’s not dessert; it’s perfume! Sweet scents have been around for ever. Even the Ancient Egyptian queen, Cleopatra,...

23 July 2021

The Best Ingredients for Zesty & Uplifting Fragrances

Citrus-based fragrances are a very popular choice for year-round wear but particularly in spring and summer, thanks to their zesty scent that just seems to...

14 July 2021
Aftershave

The Men's Aftershave Edit

This one is just for the men, a corner dedicated to reviewing a small selection of the brands available in our range of discount fragrances...

30 June 2021
Self Care

International Self-Care Day + Day Plan

With International Self-Care Day on the horizon (Saturday 24th July) we thought we'd deep dive into the subject of Self Care & also put together...

30 June 2021
Britney Spears, David Beckham, Katy Perry, Sarah Jessica Parker

Fragrance Star Spotting

 

From actors and pop stars to sporting idols and tv personalities, celebrities from every avenue of the industry are trying their hand at perfumery and with...

25 June 2021
Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss

Old vs. New


People have been wearing specially made scents for centuries and that means todays fragrances come from a good deal of knowledge and dedication to an...

24 June 2021
PRIDE

Beam with PRIDE with our glitzy and glam products

 

It is PRIDE month! For the whole of June, the LGBT community celebrates the freedom to be themselves in many different ways. Here at Perfume Direct, we...

20 June 2021
Perfume, Summer

Perfume Days in a Summer Haze

It’s that time again. After the lockdowns and the isolations of 2020, Summer '21 is set to be booming all over. The BBQs are back!...

10 June 2021
Perfume

Ready...Scent...Go!


We all love that feeling of freshness when we first set out on our day and keeping that all day is the aim...

10 June 2021
Father's Day

Give Something Extra This Father's Day

With Father’s Day around the corner, it’s important to show the father figure in your life just how much he means to you. Whether you...

08 June 2021
Aftershave, Perfume

Enjoy Discounted Fragrances on National Fragrance Week

It’s National Fragrance week and to celebrate, we have some fabulous discounts for you on fragrances for both men and women to get you feeling...

28 May 2021
Beauty, Eco-Friendly

Keep it Green! Tips to Make your Beauty Regime Eco-Friendly

For most of us, our beauty regime is the way we kick off each day – the one little piece of me-time that is always...

18 May 2021
Fragrances, Travel

Must-Have Fragrance Travel Sets

With travel restrictions gradually being lifted both across the UK and abroad, it’s an exciting time as things start to feel one step closer to...

13 May 2021
Aftershave, Perfume, Scents

Complementing Scents - Day & Night Combos To Keep You Sweet

Got a big event on the horizon? Or maybe more often than that? Getting ready for a special occasion can be almost as much fun...

07 May 2021
Behind the scenes

Perfume Direct Video Shoot: The Making Of

SAVE, SPRAY & SMILE
On Tuesday 23rd February 2021, Perfume Direct had its’ first model video shoot showcasing our wide range of women’s and men’s...

29 April 2021
Skin Care

Shop Sustainably with Dr Hauschka Skin Care

We care about our customers and we want them to to have a shopping experience that is sustainable and ethical. That's why we have recently launched Dr Hauschka...

27 April 2021
Fragrances, Gift sets, Knowledge

Perfume Direct Tick List - Getting the Best from your Scents

Smelling good is as important as looking good and perfume and aftershave can be a big part of that. Once you've left the house, though,...

19 April 2021
Aftershave, Perfume

Perfect Scents for Post-Lockdown

Lockdown is gradually easing and as restrictions are beginning to lift, it’s time for many of us to start venturing out again and meeting...

19 April 2021
Tanning

Top Tanning Tips from Sunkissed

Sunkissed have given their Top Tanning Tips on how to look bronzed and beautiful and to answer any questions you may have when self-tanning!

For a...

12 April 2021

Jolly Holidays - Discount Perfume Sets To See You Through Summer

Summer is calling! Days out, nights out and holidays are on the way and we can't wait! What better way to celebrate the summer than...

08 April 2021
Aftershave, Perfume

What's New, Pussycat?

Everybody loves a signature scent, and we all have that one irreplaceable favourite but every now and again, a change can help y 08 April 2021

Aftershave, Perfume

Day & Night; Tips on Different Scents for Different Occasions

Everybody loves a signature scent but a little switch up every now and again can make your scents stand out and keep each one...

23 March 2021
Beauty, Bondi Sands, Fake Tan, Self Tan, Skin Care, Tanning

Get Beautifully Bronzed with Bondi Sands

We have just launched some Bondi Sands products and we are buzzing about it! Let’s face it, the British weather is unpredictable and if...

22 March 2021
Aftershave, Fragrances, Knowledge, Perfume

The Best Fragrances that Will Last All Day

Is there anything worse than spraying on a perfume or aftershave, only for its smell to disappear within hours? More often than not, you spray...

12 March 2021
Celebrities

Love Yourself with Lancôme Idôle L'Intense

We’ve just launched Lancôme Idôle L'Intense EDP fragrance for women in 25ml, 50ml and 75ml bottles and we are utterly enamoured by the Lancome...

08 March 2021
Spring

Manifest the Arrival of Spring with these Scents

Over the last 12 months or so, everyone has had to find new ways of staying positive and finding new ways to entertain themselves. It’s...

01 March 2021
Mother's Day

5 Ways to Pamper Your Mum for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and while this year’s celebrations may be slightly different, there’s no reason why you can’t still spoil your mum! On...

18 February 2021
Star Signs

Find Your Signature Perfume Based on Your Star Sign

Your star sign can tell you a lot about yourself and your personality. The 12 zodiac signs have a long-standing history, originating from the Babylonians...

04 February 2021
Valentine's Day

The Best Movies to Watch for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day isn’t far off, and while he latest lockdown restrictions mean you can’t venture out for a date night, there’s nothing to say you...

26 January 2021
Valentine's Day

His & Hers: Power Couple Fragrances

This Valentine’s Day is set to be a little different than usual, with many planning a date night at home instead of going out somewhere...

26 January 2021
New Year

Discover these 5 New Fragrances in 2021

The last year might not have been the most exciting, with restrictions and lockdowns meaning many of us were stuck at home. While 2021 has...

21 January 2021
Travel

Fragrances to Transport You Out of Lockdown

Being in yet another lockdown has left many of us wistfully thinking about when our next holiday will be. We have all no doubt experienced...

18 January 2021
New Year

Watch Out for These Fragrances in 2021

With 2021 underway, many of you are likely feeling ready to hit the reset button and start afresh for the new year. It’s the perfect...

12 January 2021
Knowledge

Fragrance Rules to Live By

There are so many guides out there on style and fashion, but we often forget about our accessories, including fragrances. To get the most out...

18 December 2020
New Year

Find the Right Fragrance for New Year's Eve

It’s safe to say that New Year’s Eve isn’t going to be quite the same this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make the...

15 December 2020
Christmas

The Best Gift Sets for Christmas

It’s the time of year where we hunt for the perfect gifts for our loved ones, just in time for Christmas. This year more than...

08 December 2020

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