Chogan testers: how to choose a perfume with 3 ml testers

Choosing a new perfume from a description or a quick sniff in a shop is rarely a good idea. A scent changes on the skin for hours, and what delights you in the first few minutes is not necessarily what you will love wearing all day. That is exactly why Chogan testers exist – a small bottle that lets you get to know a perfume calmly, at your own pace and on your own skin.

What is a Chogan tester?

A tester is a 3 ml spray bottle that lets you try a perfume before you buy a full bottle – from 30 to 70 ml, depending on the perfume. Chogan perfumes from the Olfazeta line contain 20–30 % perfume essence and are made in Italy, so even a small amount gives a true picture of how the scent develops and how much you notice it during the day. You will find testers in the Luxury testers collection, with prices starting from €3.00.

One 3 ml tester gives roughly 30–40 sprays, depending on the atomiser and how you apply it. That is enough to wear the same scent for several days in a row, on different occasions, and to make a decision without rushing.

Why test a perfume on your skin for several days

A paper strip mostly shows the opening of a scent, the top notes. On skin, a perfume develops in layers: after the fresh opening comes the heart, and after a few hours the base notes, which last the longest. Every skin wears a scent slightly differently, so the same perfume may come across warmer, sweeter or drier on you than on a friend.

Testing over several days gives you a fuller picture:

• Day one – apply one or two sprays in the morning and follow how the scent changes until evening.
• Day two – wear it on a different occasion, for example at work instead of at home, or on an evening out.
• Day three – notice whether you still enjoy it and what comments you get from the people close to you.

If you still like the scent after the third day, there is a good chance you will enjoy the full bottle too.

How to compare 3–4 testers

Comparing a smaller number of scents gives the best results. With three to four testers you have enough range to discover differences without tiring your nose.

• No more than two scents at a time – one on the left wrist, the other on the right, so the notes do not mix.
• Keep short notes – write down your first impression, your impression after an hour and in the evening. A few words on your phone are enough.
• Compare in similar conditions – the same kind of day and similar weather make for a fairer comparison.
• Rest your nose – if you stop being able to tell the scents apart, take a break and continue later.
• Narrow it down – after the first round, keep two favourites and wear each one for a whole day.

How to choose testers by scent family

If you do not know where to start, thinking in scent families helps. Choose the family that feels closest to you and compare two or three scents within it, or take one tester from each family and discover what suits you best.

Fresh and citrus scents

Bright, light and clean scents with citrus fruits and aromatic notes, excellent for daytime, the office and warmer periods.

• Chogan perfume no. 129 (unisex, inspired by the notes of Xerjoff - Erba Pura) – orange, Sicilian lemon and Calabrian bergamot on a base of amber and vanilla; price: 50 ml – €52.00
• Chogan perfume no. 94 (men, inspired by the notes of Dior - Sauvage) – bergamot and pepper, lavender and vetiver, with ambroxan and cedar in the base; price: 30 ml – €25.50, 70 ml – €48.00

Floral scents

Feminine, romantic scents led by jasmine, rose, iris and orange blossom.

• Chogan perfume no. 122 (women, inspired by the notes of Yves Saint Laurent - Libre) – lavender and mandarin, jasmine and orange blossom on a base of vanilla, musk and cedar; price: 30 ml – €25.50, 70 ml – €48.00
• Chogan perfume no. 121 (women, inspired by the notes of Givenchy - L'Interdit) – iris, jasmine, lily of the valley, narcissus and rose on a base of sandalwood, tonka and vetiver; price: 30 ml – €18.00, 70 ml – €35.00

Sweet and gourmand scents

Scents reminiscent of desserts – vanilla, honey, caramel and coconut – ideal for colder days and evenings.

• Chogan perfume no. 143 (unisex) – coconut powder, vanilla, palo santo and white musk; price: 50 ml – €52.00
• Chogan perfume no. 119 (women, inspired by the notes of Jean Paul Gaultier - Scandal) – honey, gardenia, caramel, liquorice and patchouli; price: 30 ml – €18.00, 70 ml – €35.00

Woody and oriental scents

Warm, deep scents with woody notes, resins, leather and spices, for those who like a strong character.

• Chogan perfume no. 114 (men, inspired by the notes of Louis Vuitton - Ombre Nomade) – saffron and rose on a base of oud, amber, leather and sandalwood; price: 30 ml – €25.50, 70 ml – €48.00
• Chogan perfume no. 38 (men, inspired by the notes of Chanel - Bleu De Chanel) – grapefruit and ginger, with cedar, incense, sandalwood and vetiver in the base; price: 30 ml – €18.00, 70 ml – €35.00

Look for testers of these and other scents in the Luxury testers collection, and once you find your favourite, the available bottle sizes and prices are on the product page.

Combine testers and get free delivery

Delivery is free for orders over €50, and a GLS parcel arrives within Croatia in 1–3 working days. Testers are a great way to top up your order to that amount while discovering new scents.

• A bottle plus testers – add a few testers from a family you want to explore to a bottle of your favourite perfume.
• Two bottles – for example Chogan perfume no. 122 and Chogan perfume no. 131 in the 30 ml size at €25.50 each come to €51.00, which is already above the threshold.
• A luxury bottle – 50 ml bottles from the Chogan luxury perfumes collection cost €52.00 or €65.00 and exceed the threshold on their own, so you can add testers without worrying about delivery.
• A shared order – team up with a friend or family, everyone picks their own testers and bottles, and delivery is free for all.

Testers are not only for trying out: their small size makes them practical for your handbag, the gym and travel. And if you live outside Croatia, our sister shop Scentilly delivers Chogan perfumes across Europe and has an English interface.

Frequently asked questions

How many sprays does a 3 ml tester give?

Roughly 30–40 sprays, depending on the atomiser and how firmly you press. That is enough for several days of testing.

How long should I test one scent?

We recommend at least two to three days, on different occasions. That way you get to know both the top and the base notes and see whether you still enjoy the scent once the first excitement wears off.

How many testers should I order to start with?

Three to four testers are a good start. You can choose several scents from the same family, or one from each family if you are still looking for your style.

Conclusion

3 ml testers are the simplest way to get to know a perfume without rushing and without guesswork. Choose a few scents from the family closest to you, wear them for several days and note your impressions, then confidently pick your full-size bottle. Start with the Luxury testers collection or browse women’s perfumes, men’s perfumes and Chogan luxury perfumes.

All references to third-party names and trademarks are purely descriptive and serve only to make it easier to identify the scent. Trademarks belong to their respective owners. Chogan perfumes are not products of the brands mentioned.