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Bitter Melon Lemon Tea

by Sandy Wong

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Chasing Scents Bitter Melon Lemon Tea is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2025, created by Sandy Wong. Bitter Melon Lemon Tea settles into a heart of Lemon, Cucumber, and Melon. Chasing Scents's Bitter Melon Lemon Tea carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one is a real head-scratcher and polarises reviewers like no other. Some see a refreshing, photorealistic lemon tea; others get rotten vegetables or a cheap air freshener. If you want a unique, strong scent that smells like a Chinese dessert drink, sample this first.
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  • Fresh
  • Bold
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
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Bitter Melon Lemon Tea Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Lemon38%
Cucumber31%
Melon30%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and energising character makes it perfect for casual wear and warmer weather, with reviewers highlighting its suitability for spring and summer days. However, its strong projection and divisive nature make it less ideal for formal settings or intimate dates.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Imagine a tall glass of iced lemon tea, but with a unique, slightly bitter edge. This fragrance opens with a sharp, zesty lemon and watery cucumber, quickly moving into the lush sweetness of melon. Underneath, a distinct aromatic quality reminiscent of bitter melon (often mistaken for intense cucumber) grounds the composition, softened by subtle, clean white florals and a strong ozonic, 'wet' vibe throughout. The base is an airy yet persistent green tea with a whisper of earthy wood.

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