Eau de cologne

Discover and get to know the eau de colognes from The Alpha Men. Refreshing colognes from the finest Brands around the world.

What is eau de cologne?

Eau de Cologne, or "Cologne", originates from Cologne, Germany, and has evolved into an essential part of the daily grooming routine for men. It offers a subtle, light fragrance, which is ideal for those who prefer a less dominant scent throughout the day. With a relatively low concentration of fragrance oils, eau de cologne is often characterized by its fresh citrus scents, including lime, lemon, bergamot, and orange. So don't look for your new musk scent here. A Eau de Parfum is more suitable for that.

The literal meaning of the French term Eau de Cologne is "water from Cologne", a reference to the city where this light fragrance was first created. It was originally intended as a refreshing scented water that could be sprinkled over the entire Body.

How to use Eau de Cologne?

Eau de Cologne can be applied generously to the Body. It is ideal to use directly after showering or bathing, where it is sprinkled or sprayed on the skin to leave a light scent. Thanks to the low concentration of perfume oil, it can be reapplied multiple times a day.

What is eau de cologne good for?

A eau de cologne is the ultimate refresher that can give you a boost if you're feeling a bit sluggish, on warm days, or after a workout. Tired after a long day? Spray some cologne over your neck and you're immediately awake and alert. Plus, it naturally smells wonderful!

If you want to enjoy a scent longer throughout the day, you can also choose a eau de toilette. This product has a slightly higher percentage of fragrance ingredients in the mix without being overwhelming.

Is eau de cologne Fragrance?

No, a eau de cologne for men cannot really be compared to a eau de parfum. A good quality eau de parfum contains between 10 and 30% Fragrance (oil) and is therefore much stronger than a eau de cologne. You only need to apply a small amount of a eau de parfum and enjoy it for at least 8 hours. A Eau de Cologne is lighter and fresher, but doesn't last as long. The choice between the two depends on your personal preference and how you want to wear the fragrance.

Want to know more about the differences? Then read our blog: difference between eau de cologne, eau de toilette, and a eau de parfum.

Is eau de cologne strong?

In terms of fragrance, a eau de cologne has an average to maximum of about 6% of fragrance components (Fragrance), and therefore the scent lasts longer than with a aftershave. You don't actually use a eau de cologne as a aftershave, because it can significantly irritate the freshly shaved skin.

Is eau de cologne disinfecting?

Yes! You will be surprised by what eau de cologne can mean for you. Just ask the older generations in your family. Most grandmothers had a bottle of eau de cologne on the sink as a standard.

Thus, eau de cologne was used to disinfect wounds, dab on mosquito bites, and kill fungi and bacteria. The alcohol in a eau de cologne has many purposes and it also smells better than iodine or betadine!

Eau de cologne Ordering

If you are looking for a good eau de cologne, then The Alpha Men is the right place for you. We have a large selection of colognes with ample stock. If you order before 21:00 on working days, we Shipping the eau de cologne to you the same day.