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Act I 100 ML

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Act I 100 ML

Act I 100 ML

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CITRUSY • CLEAN • FRESH

A bright, invigorating opening. Crisp citrus and airy florals settle into a clean, effortless warmth with a fresh finish.


MOOD: Fresh Ā· Luminous Ā· Effortless

WEAR: Elevated Ā· Everyday Wear

PROFILE: Citrus Ā· Musk


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INSPIRATION:

Act 1 was born from a delightfully funny problem. Samira had become famous (or perhaps infamous) for her fragrance trail. Colleagues would joke that they could track her movements through the office hours after she'd passed by. While she loved being memorable, she realized that sometimes her signature scent was, well, a bit too signature.

The challenge was to create something that still announced her presence but with more subtlety, something that whispered rather than shouted. She wanted to maintain that "beast mode" performance she loved, but in a softer, more considerate package. Think of it as her fragrance learning to use its inside voice.

With bright bergamot and lemon dancing with soft neroli and lily of the valley, settling into a warm embrace of musk and sandalwood, Act 1 is sophistication that knows when to dial it down. It still leaves a trail (because what's the point otherwise?), but now it's more like a gentle reminder rather than a billboard. This is Samira's solution for when you want to be unforgettable without being overwhelming.

NOTES:

Top Notes: Bergamot, Thyme, Lemon
Heart Notes: Neroli, Lily of the Valley
Base Notes: Musk, Sandalwood

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The Composition

A study in contrast and balance.
Each note unfolding with intention, from first impression to final trace.

  • Top Notes

    Bergamot Ā· Thyme Ā· Lemon

  • Heart Notes

    Neroli Ā· Lily of the Valley

  • Base Notes

    Musk Ā· Sandalwood

  • Top Notes

    Bergamot Ā· Thyme Ā· Lemon

  • Heart Notes

    Neroli Ā· Lily of the Valley

  • Base Notes

    Musk Ā· Sandalwood

A FRAGRANCE THAT OPENS THE SCENE

Act I begins with uplifting notes of bergamot, lemon, and thyme, creating a light, energizing first impression. As it develops, neroli and lily of the valley introduce a soft floral clarity. The scent finishes with smooth musk and sandalwood, leaving a clean, serene trail that feels polished, modern, and endlessly wearable.

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Anonymous (United States)

The scent is not for me

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Kenisha D.

Fantastic job on this freshie. She is beautiful. I have fallen in love with this house.

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Sharonna.b@yahoo.com (United States)

Act 1 is a class act!
It’s a beautiful fresh fragrance that puts you in the mind of a pressed white shift. It’s bright, semi sweet and smooth. This is an everyday easy reach. Gorgeous but sits close. Inoffensive yet present. Reserved for those who have the privilege of being in close proximity. I love it.

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Sylvia

This was a love at first sniff. I knew from the travel set that this would be my first full bottle.
It is such a beautiful, clean and fruity scent. I will forever want to own a bottle of Act I . It's sexy Summer time classy .

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o.t.

I loved this fragrance...it's fresh, unique, lovely.

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K.M.

This is a beautiful fragrance. I need to explore more from this house.

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Nicole M. (United States)

This scent is stunning. I am smitten and find myself craving it. The nicest fresh scent I own. Love!!

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Scentz S.🩷. (United States)

I am so in love with Act I. It was the soft nod of assurance that I needed in my day to day fragrance routine! This fragrance makes me feel so elegant and confident that I can take on the day and whatever the day may bring. This fragrance is very long lasting and super pretty for the spring and summer!

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Lola O. (United States)

Act 1 makes me wish I could stick to a signature scent because I truly believe it could be this. The perfect citrus aromatic musk. It’s so fresh and crisp. It projects and lasts unlike most scents in this category. It’s beautifully blended and immediately inspires compliments. I could wear this every day, but I know it will shine in the spring and summer time. If you love this scent profile you will not be disappointed with a bottle of Act 1.

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Shameka

This fragrance is absolutely amazing. The most gorgeous notes. I’m addicted to it and can’t wait to order more from this house!

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Janean

This smell is so clean and intriguing I absolutely love itšŸ’•. I purchased because Symphony was out of stock and I was pleasantly surprised.

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Hostensia

This fragrance has my heart. It smells soo good. My go to summer fragrance for sure. The dry down is even better for me. I love the soft fruity notes. It lingers and last all day and I am not even a heavy spritzer. Will definitely recommend this. I love Nocturne and Act 1 is right up there with it.

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Krishma

Act I is an enchanting experience, starting with a bright burst of bergamot and lemon that feels like a refreshing morning breeze. The zesty citrus is beautifully complemented by a hint of thyme, adding a unique herbal touch that sets it apart. As it unfolds, heart notes of neroli and lily of the valley create a lovely floral mix, transitioning smoothly from the sparkling citrus to serene florals. The warm base of musk and sandalwood provides a depth and a touch of sensuality!

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SD

Literally my current obsession at the moment! Fresh and sensational, perfect for spring and summer šŸ™ŒšŸ¾.

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Holly B.

š“š“¬š“½ I is clean and crisp with a beautiful herbal touch which is blended to perfection seamlessly flowing through the notes. It radiates elegance, is effortlessly soft and chic.
Act I is the very essence of spring and summer, a vibrant, breezy escape that feels like the season's warmth on your skin.

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Emily

Act I opens up with a beautiful citrus but the dry down is truly what makes this fragrance unique and special. As it wears the beautiful herbal note of thyme shines through and makes this fragrance what it is- a showstopper. It is incredibly chic and is a perfect signature scent. It can be worn anytime of the year, but especially shines in the spring. Truly perfectly unisex - my husband and I share this and both love it!

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Emily

I love a freshie, but it’s the special touches here that elevate this beyond what I’ve tried before. There’s a beautiful herbal element from the thyme that has me sniffing my wrist constantly. Will be one of my most worn this spring/summer.

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Kristin

The realistic lemony opening of Act I immediately pulls you in, and the clean aromatic thyme makes it feel relaxing. I love the hints of soft florals amongst the musk and sandalwood rounding out the scent. It’s a love for me.

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Mia

Act l is spring perfection in a bottle. Its bright yet airy with a very smooth lemon note- all juice no rind. The sandalwood is smooth and almost milky. But the real stand out note is the Thyme which takes Act l into a unique direction from other fresh fragrances. Im smitten.

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