In comparison to perfume (eau de parfum or eau de toilette), a body mist is lighter, softer and less concentrated. Body mists and spritzers offer a pleasant all-over scent without being overpowering. ... But, it's well worth it for a subtle boost of fragrance throughout the day.Fragrance mists provide that fresh-from-the-shower scent and feel, giving you a subtle but pleasant body scent that's never overpowering. Their scents are less concentrated than perfumes, and they're also less expensive and better for your skin than perfumes, which can contain allergens that irritate the skin.