1999
Tender Light
Bertrand DuchaufourThe nose · 120 fragrances · also made Jubilation 40 Man (2023)Portrait →

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Escada  ·  Sold as feminine

Tender Light

The soft hum of an afternoon in a sunlit room filled with fresh flowers and the lingering scent of ripe fruit, where every moment feels paused yet vibrant.

3.8970 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
white floralfloralwoodycitrussweetyellow floral
Tender LightMid-range · $40–100

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting61% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak0%
Weak8%
Moderate31%
Long lasting46%
Eternal15%
SillageStrong68% say strong or enormous
Intimate4%
Moderate29%
Strong39%
Enormous29%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine0%
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Unisex0%
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Feminine100%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 1999 by Escada, Tender Light was crafted by perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour. This floral scent opens with a bright citrus accord of bergamot and lemon before transitioning to the heart of orange blossom, peach, tuberose, and ylang-ylang. The base notes of amber, oakmoss, sandalwood, and cedar provide a warm, earthy foundation that grounds the fragrance's delicate floral elements. Tender Light embodies Escada’s signature blend of elegance and sophistication, making it a lasting choice for those who appreciate subtle luxury.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays to your pulse points for a well-rounded experience. The citrus notes fade within an hour, so it’s best to layer on additional spritzes as needed throughout the day. This fragrance reads better close to the skin than in the air.

Fig. 01 — Tender Light, Escada

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03 · The nose

Bertrand Duchaufour

The world traveler's nose

Bertrand Duchaufour is a perfumer-adventurer whose creations read like a travelogue of the senses. Trained at Roure (now Givaudan), his work draws deeply from his journeys through Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and sub-Saharan Africa.

“The art of perfumery must be at the same time, innovative, harmonius, and “sent bon”.”

Bertrand Duchaufour · CaFleureBon, October 2010
120fragrances
1964born
Frenchnationality

Designer Escada

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06 · The Room

What people
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3.89/ 5 · 70 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 21%.

Love34%
Like43%
OK1%
Dislike20%
Hate1%
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