Estée Lauder 2021 EDP

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Tender Light

by Shyamala Maisondieu

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Estée Lauder Tender Light is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Shyamala Maisondieu. Tender Light opens with Tea, settles into a heart of Bergamot, and dries down to a base of Iris. Estée Lauder's Tender Light carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one is a divisive scent that some adore for its serene, fresh vibe, while others dismiss it as too light, rubbery, or even 'stinky' in the dry down. A real love-it-or-hate-it kind of fragrance, often mourned by its fans for being discontinued.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
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Tender Light Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Tea100%
Heartas listed
Bergamot100%
Baseas listed
Iris100%

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:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its clean, fresh, and subtle character makes it ideal for the office or casual wear, as it won't overpower. While too delicate for a bold date night, its understated elegance suits some formal settings where a quiet sophistication is preferred.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

Tender Light opens with a bright burst of citrusy bergamot and a delicate, green tea note, offering an invigorating yet calming start. As it settles, a smooth, powdery iris emerges, lending a sophisticated floral depth that’s both clean and subtly earthy. This creamy iris forms the heart, leaving a soft, comforting trail with hints of violet florals.

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