Longevity
How long a fragrance remains detectable after application. For a useful comparison, specify whether you mean a trace close to skin or a scent noticeable around the wearer.
Longevity describes how long you can still detect a fragrance after applying it. A sample may become quieter while remaining noticeable near the skin, so distinguish that persistence from projection into the surrounding space.
Evaluate the finished fragrance and the exact version. An Eau de Toilette and an Eau de Parfum with the same name may differ in composition as well as concentration. Compare the ones you are considering rather than assigning a wear time from the concentration label alone.
Try a sample on an ordinary day with the application you expect to use. Note the opening, return after it settles and check around the time you would need it for your next activity. Record whether you enjoy the remaining scent and how easy it is to notice.
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