Autumn is sneaking up on us fast, and with it comes pumpkins, spice and very heavy fragrances.  Newsflash to the Patchouli-wearers out there: not everyone likes an overpowering perfume.  So here’s a secret to getting your more subtle scents to have all-day staying power: put a hot compress on the place where your skin will be sprayed or dabbed with scent (be it perfume, eau de toilette, body lotion, etc.)  This heat opens the skin’s pores, allowing the scent to go deep into the skin instead of just riding the surface.  For the rest of the day, a little elegant essence will be released each time you heat up.  Talk about smelling pretty! Three of our favorite light perfumes: JEANNE LANVIN by Lanvin for WOMEN — a delicious mix of blackberry, raspberry and pear musk. Calvin Klein Euphoria Blossom — a lighter floral bouquet of white orchids, lotus flowers and peony roses. Issey Miyake L’Eau d’Issey — a floral aquatic scent with juicy melon, lily, lotus, freesia and more, reminiscent of spring waters. All available at Sephora at Towson Town Center.