Laugh with me Lee Lee.

Born from Benefit’s Crescent Row collection, Laugh with me Lee Lee debuted in 2009 as the brand’s flirtatious nod to a whimsical English garden. The twins‑founded house, famous for cheeky packaging, wanted a scent that captured the giggle‑ready spirit of their makeup line, fresh, fun, and unapologetically feminine. The name hints at a secret laugh shared between friends, echoing the brand’s conversational ethos.

The trio of blackcurrant, lemon and melon creates a crisp, fruit‑forward opening that feels like biting into a sun‑ripe berry while a citrus spark lifts the mood. Jasmine and lily lend a classic white‑floral heart, softened by an unexpected black violet that adds depth without darkness. Amber, blond woods and sandalwood anchor the blend, giving it a warm, lingering finish that balances the bright start.

At first spray, the lemon‑sharp top and juicy melon explode, instantly brightening the air like a splash of citrus water on a summer patio. Within ten minutes the blackcurrant’s sweet‑tart edge weaves through, adding a playful bite that keeps the opening from fading too quickly. The heart unfurls around the 15‑minute mark: jasmine’s honeyed glow and lily’s clean petals mingle with black violet’s subtle earthiness, creating a garden bouquet that feels both fresh and slightly mysterious. As the scent settles after half an hour, the base emerges, amber’s warm glow, blond woods’ creamy timber, and sandalwood’s soft creaminess mingle, forming a gentle, lingering veil that clings to skin for the next two to three hours before fading into a faint, comforting whisper.

Although discontinued, Laugh with me Lee Lee remains a cult favorite among fans of early‑2000s boutique scents, celebrated for its bright fruit‑floral vibe and eye‑catching pastel bottle. Its playful packaging often pops up in vintage beauty collections, and the fragrance is remembered as a lighthearted alternative to more serious perfume houses, embodying Benefit’s tongue‑in‑cheek approach to beauty.