Yihe Qingtan 100ml

When a blogger I liked first shared this fragrance, she described it as: “A clear stream in a lush sandalwood forest. Sunlight filters through the leaves, shimmering on the water. A gentle breeze caresses my face, bringing a vibrant and energetic scent.”

It reminds me of someone, and brings back memories of the past.

It certainly doesn’t smell or feel like temple sandalwood; it’s not as heavy. The top note is a clear woody fragrance, followed by a hint of orange, perhaps thanks to the addition of bergamot, which is refreshing and lively. The base note is milky, slightly warm and soft, like a long, comfortable embrace.

I prefer both the top and base notes.

As a light fragrance, its spread and longevity are limited. I apply it in the morning, and only then can I detect the subtle aftertaste when I apply it to my skin in the afternoon.

Sometimes, I feel that perfume is very similar to love. The initial strong, unbridled top note becomes the base note of the fragrance, the name and its meaning, filling the entire olfactory field. Instantly, my emotions are enveloped by this rich fragrance, carrying with it a sense of beauty and fantasy. Over time, the scent slowly changes and fades, becoming something completely different from its initial state. Even with a sense of loss, one must accept this change. By the end, it becomes blurred and indistinguishable, leaving behind a faint, almost imperceptible scent on the skin, a lingering regret, a sadness of having to say goodbye and impending loss.
Finally, this is a unisex fragrance, suitable for both men and women.