Perfume
Bath & Body
Orders
Perfume
What is in your perfumes?
My perfumes are comprised of both natural and synthetic materials. All perfumes contain Vitamin E and fractionated coconut oil, as well as Triethyl Citrate, which I use to dissolve resins, crystals, etc.
My perfumes do not contain any preblended or outsourced fragrance oils.
How long should I allow my perfumes to rest?
I am always eager to tear in to new perfumes and any perfume that I have ever purchased has been used almost immediately. That being said, I do believe that most perfumes, including my own, benefit from at least a 48 hour resting period. There is no hard and fast rule. All perfumes are different. In general, I would say that if after a week of resting if you still dislike all aspects of a scent you are testing then it is probably not the scent for you!
Why doesn't my perfume smell like the description?
There are a few possibilities here:
  1.  Have you tried wearing it on your skin? Most of my fragrances smell completely different when worn on the skin as opposed to straight from the bottle.
  2.  Skin chemistry! Your diet, age, and more can all impact the way a fragrance wears on you.
  3. We all experience scent differently. How would you describe the scent of a strawberry? Sweet, juicy, earthy, acidic, green, fresh, sharp, fruity, light? A strawberry candy smells different from a natural strawberry. A natural strawberry smells different when whole vs when smashed up or sliced. A strawberry can be experienced in some or all of these ways. I do my best to accurately describe the facets of each scent.
Is it safe to buy perfumes from a small business?
My perfumes follow IFRA guidelines, but as with many topical products it is always best to test in a small area first and wash off immediately if irritation occurs. I cannot speak for all small businesses or indie brands, but most brands that you hear about through word of mouth and positive reputation are probably handled safely. I would say to follow your gut and ask questions if you are feeling concerned!
If you are pregnant, nursing, or suffering from a serious illness, ask your doctor before using!
Why does my perfume look weird?
Some perfumes, based on their contents, will deepen in color over time. This is completely normal and your perfume is still safe to use. To slow down this process, store your perfume somewhere that is cool and dark.

Resinous perfumes are dark throughout their entire lifespan. Don't worry, they won't dye your skin!

Perfume oils vary in viscocity based on their contents and dilutions.

Always ask questions if you are concerned or need peace of mind!
What is in your perfumes?
My perfumes are comprised of both natural and synthetic materials. All perfumes contain Vitamin E and fractionated coconut oil, as well as Triethyl Citrate, which I use to dissolve resins, crystals, etc.
My perfumes do not contain any preblended or outsourced fragrance oils.
How long should I allow my perfumes to rest?
I am always eager to tear in to new perfumes and any perfume that I have ever purchased has been used almost immediately. That being said, I do believe that most perfumes, including my own, benefit from at least a 48 hour resting period. There is no hard and fast rule. All perfumes are different. In general, I would say that if after a week of resting if you still dislike all aspects of a scent you are testing then it is probably not the scent for you!
Why doesn't my perfume smell like the description?
There are a few possibilities here:
  1.  Have you tried wearing it on your skin? Most of my fragrances smell completely different when worn on the skin as opposed to straight from the bottle.
  2.  Skin chemistry! Your diet, age, and more can all impact the way a fragrance wears on you.
  3. We all experience scent differently. How would you describe the scent of a strawberry? Sweet, juicy, earthy, acidic, green, fresh, sharp, fruity, light? A strawberry candy smells different from a natural strawberry. A natural strawberry smells different when whole vs when smashed up or sliced. A strawberry can be experienced in some or all of these ways. I do my best to accurately describe the facets of each scent.
Is it safe to buy perfumes from a small business?
My perfumes follow IFRA guidelines, but as with many topical products it is always best to test in a small area first and wash off immediately if irritation occurs. I cannot speak for all small businesses or indie brands, but most brands that you hear about through word of mouth and positive reputation are probably handled safely. I would say to follow your gut and ask questions if you are feeling concerned!
If you are pregnant, nursing, or suffering from a serious illness, ask your doctor before using!
Why does my perfume look weird?
Some perfumes, based on their contents, will deepen in color over time. This is completely normal and your perfume is still safe to use. To slow down this process, store your perfume somewhere that is cool and dark.

Resinous perfumes are dark throughout their entire lifespan. Don't worry, they won't dye your skin!

Perfume oils vary in viscocity based on their contents and dilutions.

Always ask questions if you are concerned or need peace of mind!
Do you sell samples for your bath & body products?
Not at this time.
Are your products all natural?
Nope! 
Will you ever sell _______ product?
I do have plans to expand the types of bath & body products sold. For now, what you see is what you get! Sign up for emails, follow on Instagram, or check beck later for updates on new product types!
Has my product gone rancid?
Vanillin content will cause the color of your product to deepen over time. They are still safe to use and will not color your skin. To slow down the process keep your bath & body products stored in a dark enviornment.
I do use preservatives in my products, so it is very unlikely that your product has somehow gone bad... but always ask if you are concerned!
Isn't it a rip off to sell outsourced scents? Can't I do it myself for way less money?

Some people do feel this way. Here is my perspective:

First, if you don't know, the fragrance oils that I am reffering to are a scented oil sold by another company. These oils are primarily used for soaps, candles, and bath products.

There are tons of companies selling these fragrance oils. I could probably name 15 companies just off of the top of my head. It may seem like they are all selling the same thing, but many of them are not! Plus, a lot of the companies feature only a couple of winners among a sea of average or sometimes craptastic products that you will need to test your way through.

Imagine testing a plain bubblegum scent across 8 different brands. Shipping (even for just a single 1 oz bottle) is typically a minimum of $9 per company.  The testing processess requires more than just opening the bottles and deciding which scent you think is best. The fragrances need to be tested with the products. Additionally, some of these oils do strange and unpredictable things over time such as crystalize, change scents, or completely fizzle out in strength. You are testing multiple scent brands in your products and then waiting for several months to ensure that they stand the test of time. It is a pricey and time consuming process!

Using a stock scent in a safe and desirable way is harder than some may think. Sure, anyone could do this on their own… but it would be more of an expensive hobby and labor of love as opposed to a money saving project. In essence, you are paying for the time, research, and convenience when you buy a product that has been scented with a pre-made fragrance oil.

How long will it take for my order to ship?
Orders will ship within 24 business hours of being placed. The banner at the top of my page will indicate if there are changes or delays with order processing.
It costs almost $10 to ship my order! Is this correct?
Domestic orders that only contain perfume and/or samples should not cost more than $6. If you are being overcharged please reach out to faefragrances@gmail.com

Bath and body products are expensive to ship, unfortunately. I refund any shipping overages that occur. If you think that your shipping cost has been miscaluclated please contact me.
Do you accept returns or exchanges?

Refunds or replacements are offered for products that have been damaged in transit, but I do not refund a product simply because you have decided that you no longer want it. 

Swap or sell groups for indie products can be found on Reddit and Facebook.

What if my order is damaged or I receive the wrong product?
Contact me at faefragrances@gmail.com  so that I can make things right!
Do you offer free samples?
The announcement bar at the top of the page will indicate whether or not complimentary samples are currently being shipped with orders.

If you're interested in obtaining a sample without making a purchase, I recommend following @FaeFragrance on Instagram. I occasionally host giveaways there.
Oops, your search did not match any FAQs