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How Often Do You Apply Perfume? Dutch Habits Reveal 11 Daily Uses and Allergy Risks

Are you overdoing your perfume routine?

Research shows the Netherlands is fast becoming a perfume nation. We scent everything from bread to flowers, and on average, individuals apply perfume about 11 times a day across at least five products. A cautionary note: excessive perfume use—especially layering multiple scents—can trigger permanent skin allergies. Proceed with care.

Struggling with perfume reduction? Neutral recommends a perfume-free zone: designate a room in your home for perfume-free products only. For expert advice on reducing exposure, visit www.parfuminderen.nl.

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