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- Wearing pheromone perfume has been said to influence the behaviors of others.
- People have recounted getting gifts, special attention, and even money, all because they have either “vabbed” or worn a pheromone fragrance.
- One editor tested this theory to see if it improved her sex life and is sharing her results.
As much as I’ve tried to deny it, vabbing has a hold on me. Not in the literal sense — I very much so refuse to ever take part in the trend — but it’s the idea of what makes people want to “vab” that I find fascinating.
When trying to understand its popularity, one word consistently kept coming up: pheromones. Studies have shown that someone’s natural aroma can play a role in partner selection, so while the hard-hitting scientific evidence that it leads to meaningful relationships or better sex is fickle at best, there is a slight possibility that pheromones can impact someone’s attraction, and therefore behavior, toward you.
Enter: pheromone perfumes. Last year, discourse around the topic blew up on TikTok , with many users saying that they have noticed an increase in compliments, tips, and even better overall treatment after incorporating pheromone oils or sprays into their beauty routines. Even still , the idea of using pheromone fragrances to attract a new partner still only seemed anecdotal. Nevertheless, it got me thinking: could pheromone perfumes better the sex life of someone already in a committed relationship? Being that I’m well on my way to year seven with my partner, there was only one way to find out.
I purchased the Pure Instinct Roll-On Pheromone Infused Perfume ($17) on Amazon, which the brand says blends with your natural pH to create a one-of-a-kind scent. It didn’t have an exactly distinguishable scent profile, and I couldn’t quite pin down whether or not it was fruity, floral, or spicy (in fact, it kind of smelled like a hair salon — if you know, you know). But undeterred, I took a shower and rolled it onto the areas that I usually apply perfume: my wrists, neck, chest, and behind my knees.
I won’t get into the specifics of my sex life on the internet, but when wearing this perfume I will say that my partner said the following phrases in between some very . . . heavy . . . breaths: “those pheromones must be ripe today,” “you’re looking ripe,” “I might have to use some of whatever you have on.” I will also mention that he was much more cuddly and touchy-feely than normal, even before we actually got down to business . His love language is already physical touch, so when I say this behavior was kicked up a notch, believe me: it means he did not want to get off of me.
Based on my experience alone, I would definitely recommend using a pheromone perfume if you’re trying to spice up your sex life or just want to have your partner in a tizzy for a bit while establishing your superior bedroom skills. For me, this oil just enhanced my partner’s normal characteristics in the bedroom, and I think that may be the case for others as well (ie if they’re a giver, they’ll be even more generous, if you catch my drift).
That said, I don’t think this (or any) fragrance will cause your partner to do a complete 180 in the way that they act or treat you if they don’t make it a priority in the first place. In other words, don’t buy the oil expecting your partner to change at the drop of a hat. I’ll definitely be keeping this as my secret weapon for special occasions, but in reality, I already enjoy my sex life. The pheromone perfume was just a fun bonus.
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