May Chang / Litsea Cubeba

The citrus note here is bright and clean, almost like freshly crushed lemon verbena, and it stays surprisingly soft on the skin instead of turning sharp. I’ve worn it on warm days and it feels like a gentle pick-me-up that doesn’t overwhelm the room. Definitely a keeper for summer.

I’ve been looking for a citrus scent that doesn’t feel like kitchen cleaner, and this one is beautifully balanced—the litsea cubeba gives it a bright, green freshness that lasts through the day without turning sharp. It’s genuinely artistic without being weird, which is a hard line to walk.

I wasn't sure what to expect from an artistic fragrance, but the fresh, citrusy character is so clean and bright it instantly perks up my kitchen counter vibe. Unisex without being sharp, it's a lovely, subtle touch that lasts longer than I'd have guessed.