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Like a First Day in Spring

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Essence Like a First Day in Spring is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012. Like a First Day in Spring opens with Orange, Pineapple, and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Rose, Blackberry, and Praline, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Essence's Like a First Day in Spring carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This budget-friendly scent does exactly what it says on the tin: a burst of spring in a bottle. It's a sweet, fruity floral that's a bit generic but undeniably cheerful, perfect for everyday wear when you need a little pick-me-up.
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Like a First Day in Spring Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

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
Also Works:
Office

Its light, fresh, and fruity profile makes it ideal for casual daytime wear, particularly in spring and summer. The weak longevity and moderate sillage mean it's unlikely to offend in office settings or during active pursuits.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

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

Like a First Day in Spring opens with a zesty, juicy explosion of orange, pineapple, and tangerine, instantly evoking a bright, sunny morning. As it settles, a sweet, candied praline note emerges, gently entwined with a soft, fresh rose and a hint of blackberry. The base rounds out with a comforting whisper of vanilla, musk, and creamy sandalwood, providing a subtle warmth to the fruity-floral heart.

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