Here’s something we disagree with: Amanda Seyfried’s usage (or lack thereof) of fragrance. Don’t get us wrong, on any other day we’ll tell you that we’re hanging off Amanda’s every word. Since finding out the exact mascara Amanda wore to the Golden Globes, it’s taken up permanent residence in our makeup bag. Hint: it’s 24-hour wear.
However, during a recent interview alongside fellow Lancôme ambassador Isabella Rossellini, the ladies shared many insightful beauty values and tips, including one surprising habit from Amanda. Oh, do tell.
Which product does Amanda Seyfried save for special occasions?
Perfume. Despite receiving what we can only imagine are fragrance freebies by the truckload, Amanda leaves perfume out of her daily regimen.
During InStyle‘s interview – which accompanied Lancôme’s La Vie Est Belle ($109.99, Chemist Warehouse) campaign – the ladies were asked whether they ever share beauty tips.
Isabelle’s answer? “We actually had opposite ideas about perfume,” she revealed.
“I wear it every day, even when I spend the day alone at home. Perfume is like a second skin to me. Amanda uses it only on special occasions.”
As for skin care? Well that’s something the ladies could agree on. “We both use it every day,” Isabella noted.
In fact, not only does Isabella count perfume as a standard part of her daily routine, she actually shared its significance on her mental health. As she reflected back on the pandemic, Isabella said “I realised that if I stayed in my pyjamas, didn’t get dressed and didn’t use makeup and perfume, by the end of the day I was really depressed.”
Counter that with the days where Isabella would get up, get dressed and get on with it – all of which meant “perfumed myself, used skin care and a dash of makeup” – she revealed feeling stronger and more empowered.
“There is magic in putting yourself together,” Isabella said. Amen to that. But hey, if spending the day barefaced and in your trackies is what your soul craves, power to you.
Main image credit: @lancomeofficial
How often do you wear perfume? Every day? A few times a week? On special occasions only?
I don’t save perfume for special occasions. They expire!
I totally forgot that they expire – thanks for the reminder!
Very true!
True but even though I only wear when going out I seem to get through it before expiry
I often buy the smaller bottle and only wear when I leave the house
I must admit I only reach for the perfume when I’m going out to meet friends or for special occasions.
I used to be like that too, but now I have a very soft perfume that I think is well suited for everyday use and I love it!
I don’t wear perfume if I’m at home. Only when going out.
I dont either and am very careful in my usage of perfume. I suffer from hayfever and some perfumes make me sneeze
No I like to pop in on as I am going out the door. It always feels special that way
I wear parfum most days.
I don’t wear perfume if I stay home all day; otherwise, I apply a spritz – even if it’s only to pop down the road.
I use when I go out as it is part of the finishing touch
I don’t wear it at home either, only if I’m going out.
If I’m not leaving the house, I won’t use perfume but I use it on the weekends and going to work
When I am home I am often gardening so don’t need to waste my lovely perfume in this situation
I often forget to use perfume. Must use them up.
I used to wear them daily until my son was born 10 weeks premature, we couldn’t wear it in the Nicu and because he was in hospital for 11 weeks all up I became used to not wearing it. His 6 and a 1/2 now and I must admit it was until recently I purchased one of my favourites to wear to work.
Yes ok if you go out often, other wise its nice to use it up and buy fresh
I always wear perfume! Sometimes I even like to spray my wrist at night because the scent makes me happy =)
that sounds nice.Anything that makes you happy is worth it
Lancôme’s La Vie Est Belle ($109.99, Chemist Warehouse) Wow that is quite a lot
yes prices have gone up dramatically in the last year.
I prefer perfume for everyday. Make up for special occasions.
Lately I’ve been using perfume more often whereas I used to hardly ever wear it.
I don’t wear perfume.
Best to use perfume while it’s fresh
I use them daily
I’m with Isabella, I always wear perfume even if I’m not leaving the house.
I like to wear perfume every day.
Agree with Isabella Rossellini, that you need to get yourself together with Makeup, Hair and Clothes, Perfume to feel that you are Yourself.
I use them only special occasions.I actually don’t check the expiry dates.I guess mine all expired but never had a problem.
I wear perfume everyday!
I love to wear perfume when going out and for special occasions and sometimes I wear it when at home too.
she looks great
I use perfume every day.
I dont wear perfume everyday either. But I dont limit it to special occasions only. Just whenever I feel like wearing it.
I wouldn’t wear perfume at home.. unless im trying to finish it quickly haha but i do use body sprays for refreshments or just shower 😅