Did You Know? - Car Perfume Usage

Did You Know? - Car Perfume Usage

Driving in comfort is one of the important things after safety. One thing that you can do is put perfume in your car. Using car perfume can disguise unpleasant odors so that the vehicle cabin will feel cleaner. The smell of perfume can also improve your mood, especially when you drive in traffic or on long-distance trips. However, it is also necessary to know how to choose car perfume, so it doesn't disturb your comfort while driving.

Types of Car Perfume
You can choose from many types of perfume, depending on your needs and tastes. This type of perfume will also differ in placement location so that it can function optimally and not damage the interior surface of your car. Here are some types of perfume that you can choose:

  1. Gel car perfume. This type of car perfume is very commonly chosen because it tends to be safe, does not spill easily, and produces a strong aroma. However, gel perfume can leave spots on the car interior. Especially if it is often exposed to heat from direct sunlight. To prevent this, you can put gel perfume in front of the AC or under the seat.
  2. Solid car perfume. Solid car perfume is made from a mixture of several materials, such as resin, ceramic, plastic, or other materials. Then, the material is scented. Solid car perfume also tends to be safer to put in all corners of the car. Starting from the dashboard, doors, and even under the seats. The aroma produced is quite long-lasting and the price is relatively cheap.
  3. Liquid car perfume. Liquid car perfume tends to evaporate easily so the fragrance is very strong compared to other types. Liquid perfume is usually installed on the AC grille and some are hung. But liquid car perfume is very risky to leak, especially if shaken or dropped. 
  4. Spray/aerosol car perfume. Spray car perfume easily spreads throughout the cabin so it is very effective to scent the car immediately. The weakness is that the aroma only lasts for a short time and you have to spray it several times a day to keep it fragrant. This type of perfume is suitable if you tend to get bored easily with certain scents.
  5. Cardboard type hanging car perfume. This type has the most unique and varied designs. It is also the easiest to get and affordable. However, hanging perfume only lasts a short time and must be replaced frequently.

How to Choose Car Perfume?
Here are some tips you can use when choosing car perfume:

  1. Don't choose a strong-smelling perfume. You can choose an aroma that suits your taste, but try to choose one that is not too strong. The strong smell of car perfume can make driving uncomfortable and can make the driver and passengers dizzy and nauseous. The aroma of coffee or nature scents, such as leaves, woody, or flowers, is neutral enough to choose.
  2. Use special perfume for cars. Choose a special perfume for cars, don't use an air freshener for cars. Car perfume has been formulated to safely scent the car cabin. If you use an air freshener, the aroma will be too strong and also dangerous. Air freshener that enters the evaporator will form dew, triggering the growth of algae and fungi. Spores derived from algae and fungi will be carried in the AC ducts and are dangerous for breathing.
  3. Put on enough car perfume. Generally, one piece of car perfume is enough to scent the car cabin. If you want to get rid of unpleasant odors, such as the smell of cigarettes, air conditioning, or if you suspect unpleasant odors because you have pets, choose a perfume with a deodorant effect. Deodorant can eliminate odor-causing germs so that the fresh aroma of car perfume will be more easily spread.
  4. Avoid perfume that can damage the surface of the car. Some car perfumes contain chemicals that can damage plastic or other car surfaces. Make sure the car freshener you choose is safe to use and wil not damage the other car surfaces.
  5. Choose an attractive perfume design. Some fresheners have unique designs and can be made into car accessories. You can choose the shape of a certain character, an interesting bottle shape, or the color packaging you like.
  6. Avoid aromas that make you sleepy. Of course, everyone's tastes are different, but there are usually aromas that make you calm. Lavender scent is one example that should be avoided as a car perfume. Its calming effect can have a terrible impact while driving, making it dangerous for your safety.
  7. Avoid using perfume spray. To minimize fire hazards, it’s recommended to use perfume spray that are non-flammable. Avoid over-application and ensure proper ventilation in your vehicle. Store these products in a safe location away from heat sources and sparks. By following these precautions, you can significantly reduce the risk of accidents associated with perfume spray use in your car. 

Hopefully, the information above can enrich your information regarding car perfume usage. If you need further explanation regarding insurance products from MSIG Indonesia, please contact us at 021 - 2523110 and we will be happy to help you.

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