Before we discuss pheromone perfumes, we’re gonna start by asking the most important question.
What are pheromones?
Pheromones are chemicals that animals and plants use to communicate with one another to elicit a response. Their bodies release pheromones through bodily fluids. When it comes to humans, the theory is that these substances cause a reaction in the people around us, the way they do in animals.
When it comes to fragrances, the focus is on sex pheromones and attracting a partner.
Do Humans Have Them?
Studies have been contradictory regarding this topic. While many believe that you can attract a mate with pheromone perfumes (specifically sex pheromones), there hasn’t been any conclusive evidence that humans emit these types of pheromones or can detect them if they do have them.
People hear the word “pheromones” and assume any smell that gives them information about a person / elicits an emotional response from them is a pheromone. When in fact, what you can smell off a person isn’t the same as a pheromone. They’re just scents. You can secrete different chemicals from your pores that are a result of various emotional or situational stimuli. These aren’t pheromones.
The Power Of Scent
As stated earlier, studies on pheromones in humans aren’t conclusive. We can’t straight up say if they work or not when we’re not even sure if humans can detect them to begin with. But there are fragrances that women find attractive when worn by their partners, and there are also some that women can wear to attract a man. But these have nothing to do with pheromones.
People tend to overlook the power of scent on memory. That’s what elicits a reaction from people around us, not some animalistic desire to mate, but a desire for a deeper connection. When someone has a scent that triggers a certain, comfortable memory buried deep within our minds, we instinctively feel at ease around them and desire to form a connection with that person.
What are Pheromone Perfumes?
Pheromone perfumes are fragrances that claim to work with your natural scent and body chemistry to enhance your body’s pheromones, making you more sexually appealing to potential partners.
Is Musk a Pheromone?
Musk used in perfumes is traditionally derived from animals. Examples of this would be civetone and deer musk. This isn’t the case anymore since most musk found in fragrances today is synthetic.
Musk is mostly found in skin scents and is of animalic origin, but this doesn’t mean it is a pheromone itself. It is not.
The Verdict on Pheromone Perfumes
There is currently no scientific evidence to suggest that they do. The synthetic pheromones provide no more than a placebo effect, so if they give you an extra boost of confidence when you’re out on a date, go ahead and buy them. Otherwise, opt for a fragrance that you truly enjoy, and let your confidence and personality do the talking when it comes to attracting a partner.
Visit V Perfumes, the best perfume store in the UAE, for all sorts of fragrances. For every day, everyone, and every occasion.
