Frequently Asked Questions

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Eau So Small Fragrances is primarily a fragrance decant shop. We source authentic fragrances from reputable suppliers and separate the liquid into smaller containers, making the price more affordable for consumers to try new fragrances. We also make handmade beauty products and other fragrance- related items.

A decant is when liquid is extracted from a large bottle and inserted into a smaller container. At Eau So Small Fragrances, we do this with sterile tools in a quality- controlled environment to ensure that the liquid is the same quality as it was when manufactured. All containers are quality checked, then sealed with a tamper sticker.

The tamper sticker is placed over both sections of the bottle that are able to be opened after the bottle has been filled and sealed. This ensures that the atomizer is not unscrewed or the lid removed to spray before you receive your product. Each tamper sticker has an individual identifying number on it. Once the top is removed, the sticker is broken. When you receive your decant, you will need to press the atomizer a few times to fill the tube. Larger bottles need more pumps to prime the tube. 

Currently we offer: 

2ml = approximately 30 sprays

5ml = approximately 65 sprays 

10ml = approximately 120 sprays

Pictures of our decants are available on our website.

Decants have several purposes. A 2ml decant is perfect for trying a fragrance without having to commit to a full bottle. A 5ml decant is great for traveling or having a smaller amount of a "special" scent. A 10ml is great for adding a scent to your collection at a lower price point than a full bottle. All sizes are great for gifting! Whichever size you choose, decants are a great way to build a fragrance collection with less space and cost than full-size bottles. Some fragrances may affordable as full bottles, but you won't know how a fragrance will work with your body chemistry until you have worn it. Also, some affordable fragrances need time to mature (often a few months), so a fully mature decant is a great way to the fragrance as it's intended to smell without the wait, since all of our decants have fully matured. 

All fragrances are sourced from reputable sources, whether the brand sellers, discounters or authorized resellers. We test and guarantee authentic “juice” in each bottle before we decant and sell to you.

Think “pulse points.” This means spray onto your wrists, inner elbows, behind your ears, and even the back of your knees. Then let it dry. DO NOT RUB YOUR FRAGRANCE IN. This breaks down your fragrance and it does not last properly. The body heat from your pulse points acts as a “fan” and heats up the oils, causing the scent to spread from your body. 

Be careful spraying directly on your clothes to avoid staining your clothing. Plus, some fragrances are "beasts" and can linger on your clothing even through washing. 

Also be wary of spraying directly under your chin to your neck as this can cause you to go “nose blind” or can heighten any sensitivity you might have to the fragrance. In the case of nose-blindness, your nose will quickly get used to the scent, you will not smell it anymore, and you will be tempted to reapply. Meanwhile, everyone else can still smell it, and you are adding it even stronger. In the case of sensitivity, unless you have a fragrance allergy, avoiding areas right under your nose may help you enjoy a  fragrance you might otherwise be sensitive to.

We source our materials from companies that follow strict guidelines and all laws for making human safe materials. We assure that these products are safe to use, as our own family uses them daily.

Shipping is always a flat fee of $6, and we aim to ship all orders within 3 business days. In some rare exceptions (holidays or  vacation, for example) might delay shipping, but we will always notify you as soon as we're able of any delays. If you need expedited shipping, please contact us first to ask for prices and make arrangements. Be on the lookout for special free-shipping promotions!

We cannot accept returns due to the nature of our products. If we've made a mistake, please contact us so that we can find a solution.

While this is a rare occurrence, a damaged decant would often be obvious before you open the package. The fragrance would have leaked out in the package, and you would likely smell it before opening. At this point we suggest that when you open your package, you video the process to show that the product is damaged before opening. If there is some other issue with your order, please contact us. 

We will always use quality materials to safely ship your purchases. All decants are shipped in brand new bubble mailers, unless the order is large enough to warrant a box. We also believe in conserving resources so that we can keep the costs of our products lower for you, so we may re-use protective materials. 

Currently our store is only online, but we hope to visit weekend markets in our local community. Watch our social media accounts to see if we're in your area!

Due to the nature of our business, we do not offer in-person testing. Instead, check out our smallest size of 2ml, which is the perfect size to wear a fragrance a few times before you commit to a larger size or bottle. 

If you are local to us and want to arrange a pickup, we can try to work with you on a specific time window and location close to us, likely during an evening or weekend. If you are able to meet, we would refund you the shipping costs you paid during your order. 

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for regular posts. We will post codes for discounts, giveaways, and raffles on our social media as well as our website.

You can email us at info@eausosmall.com You can also message us through our various social media platforms.