First Breath

First Breath, released by the Italian brand Masterpiece in 2018 and composed by Leslie Girard, is mainly citrus, with a woody side and smaller floral and aromatic touches.

The opening is bright and fresh: grapefruit gives a tangy, slightly bitter sparkle, bergamot a clean, refined citrus note, lime a sharp zest and mandarin orange a sweeter, juicy roundness. Thyme and basil bring a green, aromatic and slightly savoury herbal freshness that gives the citrus character. White flowers add a soft floral note in the heart. The base is earthy and dry: vetiver gives a rooty, slightly smoky dryness and patchouli an earthy depth.

The name suggests the first deep breath of a fresh morning, and the scent has that crisp, invigorating quality. The profile suggests spring and summer, daytime, the office and outdoor activities. It is meant to be worn by anyone who likes bright citrus with herbs and an earthy vetiver base, and who wants a refreshing, clean everyday scent for warm weather.

First Breath — unisex fragrance by Masterpiece (released 2018). Notes: Basil, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lime, Mandarin Orange, Patchouli, Thyme, Vetiver, White Flowers. — Parfica open fragrance database