Keep your perfume in a place away from direct sunlight and heat. A bottle may look attractive on a windowsill, but an enclosed storage spot is a more practical choice.
Choose a stable spot at home
CHANEL advises storing fragrance away from heat and light, keeping it tightly sealed and retaining its original packaging. A cupboard or drawer away from windows and heat sources is a straightforward way to follow that advice. Read CHANEL's storage guidance.
Before choosing a spot, look at how the room is used during the day. Does sunlight reach the shelf in the afternoon? Is it beside a heater or an appliance? Choose somewhere you can reach easily without leaving the bottle on display in direct sun.
Keep the bottle and its packaging together
Returning the bottle to its box is a simple routine. The box also keeps the product name and version available for reference when you reorder. If you own several fragrances from the same range, store each bottle with the correct packaging.
Keep a photograph of the full product name and size if you expect to buy the same version again. This is especially useful when similar bottles contain an EDT, EDP or parfum.
Plan what to carry during the day
In the UAE, think about where your bag will spend time. Avoid making a parked car your regular perfume storage place. Take the bottle with you when you leave the car instead of keeping it in the glove compartment.
For a trip, decide which bottle you actually need. Keep its cap secure and pack it so it will not knock against other items. Follow the transport provider's current rules for liquids and baggage; these vary by journey.
Review your collection before buying another bottle
Make a list of what you already own and what you use most often. A smaller bottle can be a sensible choice if you want to try a new fragrance or rotate between several scents.
When replacing a bottle, match its exact name, concentration and size. Our EDT versus EDP guide gives you a checklist for comparing listings.
A quick storage check
- Choose a spot away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
- Keep the bottle tightly closed and retain its original box.
- Carry it home instead of leaving it stored in a car.
- Keep the full product name handy for a future reorder.
Browse unisex perfumes and men's perfumes when you are ready to compare your next bottle. For help narrowing the choice, read how to choose a signature scent.