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Lie to me

4.4/5 · 24 votes Unisex 2025
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.5/5
Sillage2.7/5
Day100
Night22
Spring100
Summer78
Fall67
Winter22
Our take

Lie to me opens with a sharp, almost sour bite of bitter orange and bergamot that can feel thin and harsh if you expect a smooth citrus glow. The sesame note tries to round out the top, but it leans more oily than toasted, giving the first few minutes a strange, slightly greasy edge that some will find off-putting.

Once that bright, acidic start settles, the heart brings a soft fig and matcha tea pairing that feels like a quiet morning in a sunlit kitchen. The vetiver adds a clean, green thread through the middle, keeping the fruity fig from turning heavy. You notice the scent when you move, a gentle warmth that stays near the body and follows you through a long afternoon without ever reaching across the room.

Amber and cedar anchor the base, letting the fragrance linger on the skin well after the sun has moved across the yard. The musk keeps the finish smooth, so the woody side never turns dry or sharp. It suits someone who wants a fresh, green companion for daytime walks and open windows, though anyone hoping for a rich, nutty gourmand will feel let down by how little the sesame actually delivers.

The sesame remains the weak link here, promising a deep, savory nuttiness that never fully arrives and leaving the opening feeling unbalanced and oddly thin.

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