Well, let me tell ya somethin’ ’bout this vanilla stuff, the kind they use in them fancy perfumes.
What is this vanilla thing anyway?
I ain’t no scientist or nothin’, but from what I gather, it’s this stuff they get from some kinda bean. They use it in bakin’ and such, makes cakes and cookies taste real good. But these city folks, they figured out they can put it in their smell-good water, too. They call it perfume, I call it a waste of good vanilla if you ask me. I always use vanilla for baking cakes, my grandson loves it so much! But my daughter bought me a bottle of perfume, and it smelled just like vanilla. It’s really magical!
Can it be used as a perfume?
Now, I ain’t used to wearin’ perfume. Back in my day, we just smelled like soap and sunshine, and maybe a little bit of cow manure if you was workin’ the fields. But these youngsters, they like to smell all sweet and fancy. And I gotta say, this vanilla smell, it ain’t half bad. It’s kinda warm and cozy, like a fresh-baked pie on a cold day. Folks say it makes ’em feel happy and calm. I guess that’s why they put it in them candles, too, makes the whole house smell like a bakery. My little granddaughter loves the vanilla smell, every time I hug her, she said grandma you are so sweet! I think it’s because of the vanilla perfume.
Why do people like the vanilla smell?
- Smells sweet like candy
- Makes you feel good and relaxed
- Not too strong, just right
I heard some folks say vanilla reminds ’em of bein’ a kid, eatin’ ice cream and such. Maybe that’s why they like it so much. It ain’t a sharp smell, like some of them flowery perfumes. It’s kinda soft and gentle, like a warm blanket. And it seems like everybody likes it, young and old, men and women. It’s a safe bet, I guess, if you wanna smell good without offendin’ nobody’s nose.
Different kinds of vanilla perfumes
Now, I ain’t been to no fancy perfume stores, but I hear there’s all kinds of vanilla perfumes out there. Some of ’em are just plain vanilla, others got other stuff mixed in, like caramel or chocolate or even coffee. Can you imagine smellin’ like a cup of coffee all day? I guess some folks like that. There’s even some that smell kinda dirty, they say. I don’t know what that means, and I don’t think I wanna know. I like my vanilla clean and simple, like the kind I put in my cookies.
Is vanilla perfume expensive?
I reckon some of them fancy perfumes cost a pretty penny. But you can probably find cheaper ones, too. I seen some little bottles at the drugstore, they didn’t look too expensive. And if you’re really strapped for cash, you could probably just dab a little bit of that bakin’ vanilla on your wrist. Just don’t use too much, or you’ll smell like a cake walkin’ down the street. And that ain’t necessarily a bad thing, mind you, but it might attract more flies than compliments.
How to make vanilla perfume last longer
Now, I ain’t no expert on this stuff, but I heard tell you gotta put perfume on certain spots, like behind your ears and on your wrists. Somethin’ about the pulse points, they say. And you shouldn’t rub it in, just let it dry on its own. And don’t go sprayin’ yourself down like you’re waterin’ the garden. A little dab’ll do ya, as they say. And if you wanna make it last even longer, you can put some unscented lotion on first, that helps the smell stick around. Or you can just carry the little bottle around with you and spray it again later.
Other uses for vanilla
You know, vanilla ain’t just for smellin’ good. It’s good for other things too. I heard it can help with a toothache, numbs the pain a little. And it’s got these things called anti-somethin’s, that help you heal up. And if you’re tryin’ to cut back on sugar, you can use vanilla instead, it’s sweet but not as bad for you. Of course, I ain’t givin’ no medical advice here, I’m just tellin’ you what I heard. But it goes to show ya, that vanilla is a pretty useful thing to have around.
In conclusion, this vanilla perfume thing might not be so bad after all. It smells good, makes you feel good, and it ain’t just for fancy folks. Even an old country woman like me can appreciate a little bit of sweetness in her life. So if you’re lookin’ for a new smell, somethin’ that’s warm and invitin’, give vanilla a try. You might just like it.
