Real or Fake! 5 Key Points to Identify Original Eau De Parfum (EDP)

One day, my friend Henry came to my house, and we were talking about perfume. After some time, he wanted to see my perfume collection, and I showed it to him. Suddenly, his eyes got stuck on a perfume bottle — the Y Eau de Parfum by YSL. He asked me, ‘Why did you buy this fake perfume? Fake perfumes won’t last, and their projection is terrible. You’re missing the mesmerizing smell of the original one. I asked him, ‘Are you sure it’s a fake perfume? Then how can I find the original one?

Then he started talking about 5 key points to find original perfume:

1. Check Packaging: First and strong identification
     

• High-quality packing: The text will be sharp, clean, and expertly printed with no fading issues.

• Correct spelling: Fake perfumes usually contain spelling mistakes

• Font checking: Carefully compare the perfume box font with the original font from the brand’s official website. Sometimes fake perfume fonts are different from the original.

• Box quality: Check the fake perfume box carefully — you can feel the cheap, low-quality paper used to make it.

• Sticker and barcode: Check the alignment of the sticker and barcode by comparing it with the official brand website.

2. Perfume Bottle Quality: Carefully check bottle quality and every detail.

Original perfume bottle signs:

• Solid and smooth: An original perfume bottle will be a clean smooth glass bottle.

• Labeling: Check original perfume labeling. It will be clean and nicely organised.
  
  

• Weight: A real perfume bottle weight will be heavy and you will get a premium vibe.

• No glue marks: Original perfume never uses glue-on font or labeling, you can check it by rubbing. A fake perfume's color will rub off, but the original's will not.

• Bottle Cap: The original perfume cap will be perfectly aligned and you can't find any gaps.

3. Qr Code Verification: This is also a very good method to check authenticity.

• QR Code Matching: Always check the QR code that matches with the box by searching online.

• QR code alignment: Check the original brand website for the position of the QR code. Fake perfume is always a mistake on the pavement of qr code.

• Batch Code: Original perfume has a batch code with a date, check that this batch matches the website product.

4. Scent Test : Original perfume smells will be refreshing and different.

• First Impression: Opening notes will be an alcohol-free smell, no harshness.

• Smell changes: You can feel the smell changing through its top, mid, and base notes over time.

• Longevity: Original perfumes last 6-12 hours depending on the ingredients because original perfumes are macerated for a minimum of 3-4 weeks.

5. Buy from an authentic shop

• Trusted shop perfume will be 100% authentic.

• Original launch and promotion in press release.

• Proper packaging and proper batch code .

• 100% secure payment.

• You will get fast delivery all over the world.

• Good customer support.

• Must have a refund policy.
  
  

Some perfume shops should be avoided

• Random Instagram and TikTok shops who have no good reputation on Google.

• Check Trustpilot reviews and Google Business reviews.

• Many marketplace sellers who don't want to share batch codes and real perfume images.
  

Then I asked my friend Henry again, "Why should I buy original perfume if I can get a fake one at a low price?" Henry started explaining why original perfume matters.

Investing in original perfumes is worth it for their superior performance, long-lasting scent, impressive projection, and the added health benefits they offer.

• Skin irritation.

• Allergies.

• Headaches.

• Breathing problems.

In contrast, Original perfume offers:

• Long-lasting scent (6-12 hours)

• Very good projection

• A high-quality and refreshing smell

• Natural perfume oils

• A beautiful, polished bottle

Wow, now everything is clear to me. From now on, I will always check for a perfume's authenticity and stop buying fakes.
I asked Henry again, ‘Can you suggest an authentic online perfume shop that delivers all over the world?’
Henry took out his mobile and searched on Google for 'Reeh Al Madinah.' 'This is the authentic online perfume shop in Dubai,' he said.
When I went to Dubai, I learned about this brand name. I saw them at the Emirates Perfume and Oud Exhibition. They make very high-quality perfume and recently launched their 'Nasmah Collection,' which includes both Perfume and All Over Spray.
I've already tested their 'Nasmah Velmos'—it's a nice citrusy, aromatic eau de parfum. I liked it so much that I already bought 3 of the Nasmah collection perfumes when I came back to the US.
Tomorrow, I will bring them for you to try.

I thank him, and after he leaves, I also search "Reeh Al Madinah" on Google and see some good points about this brand:

1. They have a return policy. If I buy perfume from them, I can return it within 14 days.

2. The Nasmah Collection is their newly launched perfume line. Their best-seller and top-reviewed perfume is Nasmah Darven Oud. It is a fresh citrusy perfume with woody base notes.

3. They have a very good reputation on Trustpilot with lots of positive reviews.

4. Reeh Al Madinah delivers perfume all over the world via FedEx and DHL with very affordable shipping charges. Their US shipping time is 8-10 days.

5. One unique thing is that they have gift cards. I can purchase a gift card and send it to a friend, and then my friend can purchase any perfume with that gift card.

Conclusion: How to Find Original Perfume and Avoid Fakes

Nowadays fake fragrances are everywhere, but if you have the right knowledge, you can easily identify an original perfume by always checking the packaging, bottle design and labeling, Perfume batch code, scent and the seller's authenticity, you can easily determine if the perfume is original or fake. 

If you want to buy perfume with confidence, you can buy from Reeh Al Madinah with your eyes closed. They make each of their perfumes with a lot of research and care. They do not compromise on quality. That’s why Reeh Al Madinah is so reliable among both buyers and sellers.