// Fragrance · Layering · Unscented Base — L3 data

const FragranceLayeringUnscentedBaseData = {
  type: "Unscented Base",
  parent: { title: "Layering", href: "/en/fragrance/layering/" },
  grandparent: { title: "Fragrance", href: "/en/fragrance/" },
  totalCount: 112,
  hero: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1544161515-4ab6ce6db874?w=1800&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop",
  heroAlt: "Unscented body lotion and fragrance oil on a marble surface, soft natural light",
  h1: "How to build fragrance longevity with an unscented base.",
  deck: "The layer nobody talks about. Unscented lotion, oil, and balm as the anchor that makes your fragrance last four hours longer — explained without the marketing.",
  intro: "Fragrance disappears faster on dry skin. That's not a preference — it's chemistry. Alcohol-based scents need something to cling to, and bare skin, especially in low-humidity environments, gives them nothing. An unscented lotion or body oil applied before your fragrance gives the top notes somewhere to sit and the base notes a surface to hold. The product category that matters most here is genuinely unscented — not lightly scented, not 'clean'-smelling. Anything that already carries a fragrance will interact with what you spray on top of it, and the result is rarely what you intended. Below is the complete reference: product types, skin types, application timing, and what actually extends longevity vs what is myth.",
  byline: "Edited by Nelly · Beauty & Style Director",
  meta: { count: 112, updated: "Updated 2 May 2026", reading: "Avg. 4 min per piece" },
};

const FragranceLayeringUnscentedBaseSiblings = [
  { id: "unscented-base",   title: "Unscented Base",       n: "01", cur: true,  href: "/en/fragrance/layering/unscented-base/" },
  { id: "scented-lotion",   title: "Scented Lotion",       n: "02", href: "/en/fragrance/layering/scented-lotion/" },
  { id: "single-note",      title: "Single Note Accents",  n: "03", href: "/en/fragrance/layering/single-note/" },
  { id: "hair-mist",        title: "Hair Mist",            n: "04", href: "/en/fragrance/layering/hair-mist/" },
  { id: "pairing-formulas", title: "Pairing Formulas",     n: "05", href: "/en/fragrance/layering/pairing-formulas/" },
];

const FragranceLayeringUnscentedBaseQuickFacts = {
  defn: {
    h: "What an unscented base actually does",
    body: "An unscented base — lotion, oil, or balm — creates a moisturised surface on the skin that fragrance molecules can adsorb to. Dry skin has no surface tension for fragrance to cling to, so top notes evaporate quickly and base notes follow within an hour or two. Apply an unscented layer first, let it absorb fully, then apply fragrance on top of that surface. On well-moisturised skin, a good fragrance will project for four to six hours rather than one to two. The product must be genuinely unscented — not 'fresh' or 'clean' — or it will compete with your fragrance.",
  },
  myths: [
    {
      m: "Petroleum jelly is the best fragrance anchor.",
      t: "Petroleum jelly works but creates a very different interaction than a lotion — it sits on top of skin rather than absorbing, which can make fragrance project differently, not necessarily better.",
    },
    {
      m: "Unscented means the same as fragrance-free.",
      t: "Not always. 'Unscented' sometimes means masking fragrance was used to neutralise the smell of raw ingredients. 'Fragrance-free' is the stricter category — look for that label if you want zero interaction.",
    },
    {
      m: "More lotion means more longevity.",
      t: "Over-application creates a barrier that can muddle the fragrance's opening rather than anchoring it. One thin, absorbed layer is the correct amount.",
    },
  ],
};

const FragranceLayeringUnscentedBaseBeginnerPath = {
  h: "Start here, if layering is new to you.",
  deck: "Five pieces, in order. About eighteen minutes of reading. Enough to understand why your fragrance disappears and what to do about it.",
  steps: [
    { n: "01", t: "Why fragrance fades faster on dry skin",              time: "3 min", note: "The chemistry behind longevity, in plain terms." },
    { n: "02", t: "Unscented lotion vs fragrance-free — the label difference", time: "4 min", note: "Why the distinction matters for layering." },
    { n: "03", t: "Body oil as a fragrance base — how to apply it",     time: "4 min", note: "Timing, coverage, and which oils work best." },
    { n: "04", t: "The best pulse points for maximum longevity",         time: "3 min", note: "Where to apply fragrance on top of your base." },
    { n: "05", t: "Testing longevity — how to know if your base is working", time: "4 min", note: "A simple at-home method for comparing results." },
  ],
};

const FragranceLayeringUnscentedBaseTrending = [
  { rank: "01", t: "Fragrance-free lotion vs unscented — which to use for layering",  time: "4 min", auth: "Nelly", date: "Apr 30", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1598440947619-2c35fc9aa908?w=1100&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", reads: "9,841" },
  { rank: "02", t: "Body oil timing — how long to wait before applying fragrance",     time: "3 min", auth: "Iris",  date: "Apr 26", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1544161515-4ab6ce6db874?w=1100&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", reads: "8,204" },
  { rank: "03", t: "Petroleum jelly as a fragrance anchor — does it work",            time: "3 min", auth: "Nelly", date: "Apr 21", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1608248543803-ba4f8c70ae0b?w=1100&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", reads: "7,013" },
  { rank: "04", t: "The unscented lotion guide — what to look for on the label",      time: "4 min", auth: "Nelly", date: "Apr 17", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1515377905703-c4788e51af15?w=1100&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", reads: "5,908" },
  { rank: "05", t: "Why dry-skin fragrance fades in under an hour",                   time: "3 min", auth: "Iris",  date: "Apr 12", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1583467875263-d50bc6a5093e?w=1100&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", reads: "4,770" },
];

const FragranceLayeringUnscentedBaseFormatGuide = {
  h: "Base product type, by fragrance longevity gain",
  deck: "What to reach for, and when. These are texture categories — not brands.",
  formats: [
    { name: "Fragrance-free lotion",   when: "Everyday use, all skin types, all fragrance families", avoid: "Immediately before patch testing a new fragrance", note: "Absorbs quickly. The cleanest base — zero interaction with the scent on top.", verdict: "★ Default" },
    { name: "Dry body oil",            when: "Dry or normal skin, warm climates, light fragrances",   avoid: "Oily skin without blotting — can make fragrance project too heavy", note: "Absorbs without residue. Gives the skin surface a slight sheen that holds fragrance well.", verdict: "Best for dry skin" },
    { name: "Rich body butter",        when: "Very dry skin, cold climates, heavy oriental fragrances", avoid: "Before applying a light citrus or aquatic — it weighs them down", note: "The longest-lasting anchor. Needs 10+ minutes to absorb before fragrance application.", verdict: "Cold-weather choice" },
    { name: "Petroleum jelly (pure)",  when: "On pulse points only, not full body — concentrated anchor", avoid: "All over — will make fragrance feel synthetic at room temperature", note: "Highly effective on wrists and inside of elbows. Use a thin layer, not a slab.", verdict: "Pulse point anchor" },
    { name: "Unscented shea balm",     when: "Hands and décolletage after shower",                     avoid: "Under light eau de cologne — will muddle the opening",            note: "More occlusive than lotion. Creates a long-lasting surface on drier areas.", verdict: "Targeted use" },
    { name: "Fragrance-free serum",    when: "Face and neck — when you want fragrance but no perfume near face", avoid: "On freshly cleansed, barrier-compromised skin", note: "A lighter option for décolletage and neck when you want subtle longevity there.", verdict: "Neck and décolletage" },
  ],
};

const FragranceLayeringUnscentedBaseHowtos = [
  { t: "Fragrance-free vs unscented lotion — the label guide for layering",         time: 4, tech: "Basics",      auth: "Nelly", date: "Apr 30", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1598440947619-2c35fc9aa908?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Basics",      pick: true },
  { t: "Body oil as a fragrance base — timing and application method",              time: 4, tech: "Technique",   auth: "Iris",  date: "Apr 26", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1544161515-4ab6ce6db874?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Technique",   pick: true },
  { t: "Pulse points and longevity — where to apply after your base layer",         time: 3, tech: "Technique",   auth: "Nelly", date: "Apr 22", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1608248543803-ba4f8c70ae0b?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Technique",   pick: true },
  { t: "Testing longevity at home — a simple comparison method",                    time: 3, tech: "Method",      auth: "Nelly", date: "Apr 18", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1515377905703-c4788e51af15?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Method",      pick: true },
  { t: "Why petroleum jelly is a fragrance anchor — and its limits",                time: 3, tech: "Basics",      auth: "Iris",  date: "Apr 14", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1583467875263-d50bc6a5093e?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Basics",      pick: true },
  { t: "Rich body butter as a base — when heavier is better",                       time: 4, tech: "Format",      auth: "Nelly", date: "Apr 10", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1598440947619-2c35fc9aa908?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Format",      pick: false },
  { t: "Dry skin and fragrance — the chemical reason longevity suffers",            time: 3, tech: "Basics",      auth: "Iris",  date: "Apr 06", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1544161515-4ab6ce6db874?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Basics",      pick: false },
  { t: "Unscented shea balm — best areas to apply before fragrance",                time: 3, tech: "Technique",   auth: "Nelly", date: "Apr 02", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1608248543803-ba4f8c70ae0b?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Technique",   pick: false },
  { t: "How long to wait between lotion and fragrance application",                 time: 3, tech: "Method",      auth: "Iris",  date: "Mar 28", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1515377905703-c4788e51af15?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Method",      pick: false },
  { t: "Fragrance on clothing vs skin — the longevity comparison",                  time: 4, tech: "Basics",      auth: "Nelly", date: "Mar 24", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1583467875263-d50bc6a5093e?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Basics",      pick: false },
  { t: "What 'sillage' means and how your base layer affects it",                   time: 3, tech: "Basics",      auth: "Nelly", date: "Mar 20", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1598440947619-2c35fc9aa908?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Basics",      pick: false },
  { t: "In-shower body lotion — does timing make a difference",                     time: 4, tech: "Routine",     auth: "Iris",  date: "Mar 16", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1544161515-4ab6ce6db874?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Routine",     pick: false },
  { t: "The case against layering on top of scented body lotion",                   time: 3, tech: "Troubleshoot", auth: "Nelly", date: "Mar 12", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1608248543803-ba4f8c70ae0b?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Troubleshoot", pick: false },
  { t: "Dry oil vs lotion — how each interacts with fragrance molecules",            time: 4, tech: "Format",      auth: "Iris",  date: "Mar 08", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1515377905703-c4788e51af15?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Format",      pick: false },
  { t: "Summer unscented base strategy — lighter products for hot climates",        time: 3, tech: "Routine",     auth: "Nelly", date: "Mar 04", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1583467875263-d50bc6a5093e?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Routine",     pick: false },
  { t: "Winter fragrance anchoring — body butter timing and amount",                time: 4, tech: "Routine",     auth: "Iris",  date: "Feb 28", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1598440947619-2c35fc9aa908?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Routine",     pick: false },
  { t: "Fragrance-free serum for the neck — a subtle longevity tactic",             time: 3, tech: "Technique",   auth: "Nelly", date: "Feb 24", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1544161515-4ab6ce6db874?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Technique",   pick: false },
  { t: "Why your fragrance smells different in the afternoon",                       time: 3, tech: "Troubleshoot", auth: "Iris",  date: "Feb 20", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1608248543803-ba4f8c70ae0b?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Troubleshoot", pick: false },
  { t: "Choosing a base product for sensitive skin — what the labels mean",          time: 4, tech: "Basics",      auth: "Nelly", date: "Feb 16", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1515377905703-c4788e51af15?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Basics",      pick: false },
  { t: "The unscented base routine — shower, lotion, wait, spray — in order",       time: 4, tech: "Routine",     auth: "Iris",  date: "Feb 12", img: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1583467875263-d50bc6a5093e?w=900&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop", kick: "Routine",     pick: false },
];

const FragranceLayeringUnscentedBaseTechFilters = ["All", "Basics", "Technique", "Method", "Format", "Routine", "Troubleshoot"];

const FragranceLayeringUnscentedBaseCrosslinks = [
  { id: "scented-lotion",   title: "Scented Lotion",      deck: "Matching your lotion's scent family to your EDP.",   count: 98,  href: "/en/fragrance/layering/scented-lotion/" },
  { id: "single-note",      title: "Single Note Accents", deck: "Adding a booster note on top of your main scent.",   count: 87,  href: "/en/fragrance/layering/single-note/" },
  { id: "hair-mist",        title: "Hair Mist",           deck: "Scent that travels with you — mist vs direct spray.", count: 79,  href: "/en/fragrance/layering/hair-mist/" },
  { id: "pairing-formulas", title: "Pairing Formulas",    deck: "Combining two fragrances deliberately and well.",     count: 103, href: "/en/fragrance/layering/pairing-formulas/" },
];

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