Tender Light
Perfumer: Shyamala Maisondieu
67 ratings
From your scent profile
Estēe Lauder Tender Light is a fresh, citrusy women's scent that leans towards spring and summer days.
Skunky's take: Plenty say it suits a meeting and a coffee break alike.
How does it perform?
From 56 community ratings, all out of 10.
Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.
People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.
Sits nicely on a shelf.
The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.
Blind buy risk
75% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Top notesfirst 15 minutes
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Fresh
- Citrus
- Floral
- Sweet
- Synthetic
- Spicy
- Powdery
- Creamy
Fresh
Citrus
Floral
Sweet
Synthetic
Spicy
Powdery
CreamyWhat does Tender Light smell like?
Bergamot gives it a bright citrus feel, Florentine iris adds a soft, powdery touch, and Chinese tea keeps the whole light and clean. The fresh and floral sides lead, while the sweet, creamy and spicy touches stay in the background.
Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the most chosen settings. It reads as feminine.
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- 35%Spring
- 33%Summer
- 23%Autumn
- 9%Winter
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter- Daytime25%
- Casual24%
- Office24%
- Evening15%
- Nighttime10%
Least picked for nights out.
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Last updated: October 26, 2026