Shawn Mendes took long to perfect his fragrance

Los Angeles Aug 9 (IANS) Singer Shawn Mendes spent a "long time" perfecting his fragrance because he wanted to create a "happy medium".

The 19-year-old who has launched his debut scent titled Shawn Mendes Signature says he took his time creating the unisex product. He says he has no doubt his product will be a hit with his customers reports people.com.

"It took a long time. I had to find this happy medium " he said.

"For me personally I have smelled some women s perfume and said I would wear that . I m sure a lot of women will smell my cologne and be like Wow that s awesome. I would wear that too. I ve always thought of it as this is something that smells good " he said.

Mendes said the cosmetic product was inspired by a cream he bought in Brazil which had a "tropical" scent with a "musky" hint.

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