Secondscent by Ted Baker bottle
Ted Baker

Secondscent

4.2/5 · 33 votes Feminine
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity1.8/5
Sillage2.1/5
Day100
Night54
Fall69
Winter69
Spring38
Summer15
Our take

Secondscent opens with a crisp anise thread that runs through hawthorn and lily-of-the-valley. The start feels airy and lightly spiced, with the anise giving a clean lift rather than a heavy bite. It moves quickly into heliotrope and jasmine, where tiare flower adds a soft, creamy roundness. The floral heart stays close and personal, never pushing outward or demanding attention in a room. Vanilla and musk take over with a gentle warmth, while sandalwood smooths the edges into a fine, powdery finish. The sweetness stays moderate, supported by a soft spicy accord that never turns sharp. Almond nuances from the heliotrope blend into the vanilla, creating a comforting, slightly gourmand impression that remains light on the skin.

This fragrance suits cool, bright mornings when a jacket is still needed and the air feels fresh. It works well for someone who wants a vanilla-based scent without weight or projection, and who prefers a perfume that stays intimately near. Those looking for a bold statement or a trail that announces arrival should look elsewhere. The composition feels most at home in a quiet, sunlit space where subtle details matter more than presence. It is a companion for calm days spent close to home, wrapped in a soft blanket with a cup of tea nearby.

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