First Light
Made in France - Aussie owned
First Light
Made in France - Aussie owned
First Light
Made in France - Aussie owned
First Light
Made in France - Aussie owned
First Light
Made in France - Aussie owned

First Light

Sale price$55.00 FROM  $41.25 FROM  $38.50
Extrait / Eau de Parfum. Size: 50ml / 1.7oz
Inspired by

MFK's Aqua Media

(Retail Price $266)
Try for 30 days, risk free. If you're not 100% happy, we'll give you a full refund!
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Note: Àerre is not associated with MFK's Aqua Media. Use of other brands' trademarks is solely for the purpose of helping consumers identify smell. We do not make counterfeit versions of MFK's Aqua Media. We make our own formulations, inspired by famous perfumes.

Concentration: 20%
Gender: Unisex
Vegan | Cruelty-free | Made in France

Discover First Light, our refreshing take on MFK's Aqua Media, perfect for those who seek a balanced yet vibrant scent. This perfume awakens the senses with an invigorating blend of lemon verbena and bergamot, leading to a heart of fennel and hedione, all grounded by the calming notes of matcha tea, musk, and woodsy undertones.

Inspired by MFK's Aqua Media and its elements of water and light, First Light is a statement fragrance for men and women who appreciate lasting freshness. 

Top Notes (The first notes you smell) - Bergamot, Vervain

Middle Notes (The heart of the perfume) - Hedoine, Fennel

Bottom Notes (The notes that linger all day) - Musk, White Woods, Matcha Tea

Vegan | Cruelty Free | Clean Ingredients

Ingredients: Alcohol, fragrance and water. All our fragrances are made in France, are vegan and made with a high-end blend of natural ingredients and safe synthetics. If you're concerned about potential allergens, please email us at hello@aerre.co

Here are the details: Alcohol Denat, Parfum (Fragrance), Aqua\Water\Eau, Methyl Dihydrojasmonate, Limonene, Linalyl Acetate, Beta-Ionone, Beta-Pinene, Linalool, Alpha-Pinene, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Myrcene, Terpinolene

A Dance of Light and Freshness: The Vibrant Essence of Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Aqua Media

Step into a world of radiant freshness and vibrant energy with Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Aqua Media Cologne Forte. Just as a prism refracts light into a spectrum of colors, Aqua Media captures the essence of balance, motion, and the serene interplay between water and light. This unisex fragrance channels the invigorating spirit of nature through a harmonious blend of citrus, herbal, and woody notes.

The Composition of Aqua Media:

Top Notes:
From the very first spritz, you're enveloped in the zesty brightness of verbena and bergamot. These citrus top notes awaken the senses, setting the stage for a truly refreshing experience that feels like the first rays of dawn breaking over a tranquil landscape.

Middle Notes:
As the initial citrus burst begins to soften, the heart of Aqua Media reveals itself—a soothing mix of sweet fennel and hedione. This herbal accord is both lively and calming, reflecting the green, fresh vitality that is central to this fragrance's character. It's an uplifting moment that captures the natural beauty of lush greenery after a light rain.

Base Notes:
Finally, the fragrance settles into a warm, comforting base of matcha tea, musk, and woodsy notes. The woody musk accord adds depth and longevity, leaving a trail that lingers like a peaceful memory of nature's balance. The matcha tea note introduces a subtle earthiness, grounding the fragrance in an experience that feels both invigorating and timeless.

Best Occasions to Wear Aqua Media:

With its crisp and clean profile, Aqua Media is the perfect companion for any day when you need a boost of energy and freshness. Its versatility makes it suitable for various occasions—whether you're heading to a casual outing, a professional setting, or a peaceful retreat in nature. This fragrance is ideal for those who appreciate subtle yet memorable scents that inspire a sense of harmony and vitality.

Performance and Longevity:

Designed to be both fresh and long-lasting, Aqua Media remains vibrant throughout the day. Expect to enjoy its uplifting aroma for hours, with the herbal and woody notes becoming more prominent as the day progresses. It's a fragrance that makes a lasting impression without overwhelming the senses.

Availability and Pricing:

If you're ready to experience the vibrant freshness of Aqua Media, this captivating fragrance is available for purchase on the Maison Francis Kurkdjian online store. Prices begin at approximately $155 for the 35ml bottle, around $245 for the 70ml size, and reach $475 for the 200ml option. Embrace the balance of light and water with this exquisite scent, and make it a part of your daily ritual.

The Àerre Alternative: First Light inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Aqua Media

For those captivated by the luminous allure of MFK's Aqua Media but seeking a more accessible option, First Light by Àerre offers a high-quality alternative that captures the essence of the original. Experience the balanced freshness and invigorating energy of this fragrance without the premium price tag. Embrace the light, and let First Light by Àerre be your daily escape into nature's serenity.

The finest French ingredients.

We source our scents from Provence, the world’s perfume capital. Our products are Colourant & UV filter-free, vegan & cruelty-free.

Try first, decide later.

Perfumes are personal, which is why you can try out as many full-sized bottles as you like for 30-days, risk-free, If any scent is not right for you, just send it back for a full refund or exchange. Return postage is also free when you buy 3 or more bottles - so get trying!

Got questions?

This depends on your usage habits. On average, one of our 50ml bottles will last for approximately 2-3 months when used once per day.

Yes. Our perfumes are made with a concentration of 20-30% aromatic compounds. This technically classifies all our perfumes as Extrait de Parfum, which makes them extremely long lasting. But we usually use the term Eau de Parfum because most people have never heard of Extrait (despite the fact that our perfumes are technically stronger than EDP).

Our perfumes are classified as Extrait de Parfum. But for ease of cummunication we usually use the term Eau de Parfum because most people have never heard of Extrait (despite the fact that our perfumes are actually stronger than EDP).

Simple. Try any perfume at home for 30 days and if you're not 100% satisfied, just send it back for a full refund or exchange. No questions asked.

Àerre is an independent fragrance house producing high-quality perfumes and fragrances that are inspired by renowned brands. Any brands mentioned are done so for illustrative purposes only, and we are in no way affiliated with these brands.

Absolutely. Our perfumes are made in France by some of the same suppliers who sell to the big designer brands. We use a high-end blend of natural ingredients and safe synthetics, and all our fragrances comply with EU and Australian safety regulations.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 3.8 / 5 from 44 reviews.

Customer photo review of First Light

I smell expensive 😆

Customer photo review of First Light

Had no idea what this fragrance would be like - I am unfamiliar with the inspiration, but, being a morning person, I loved the name, and the description of notes appealed. I lean toward a quality unisex fragrance (no CK One, thank you!) - generally not caring for migraine inducing powerful heady florals, nor girlie sweet gourmands. Early days yet but First Light could replace my much loved Issey Miyake as my favourite 😍

A little different than I expected but it is growing on me

I just don’t like the smell

Interesting, sophisticated scent. Strong on the fennel, which is a bit different - clean and energetic. My husband liked it and so did I. Smells more expensive than what you'd think. The fennel just threw us a bit, but I think we could get used to it.

One of the best long lasting scents. Absolutely love it 💚

I think this fragrance leans much more masculine than feminine. Unfortunately, the fennel note was incredibly overpowering and completely dominated the scent, making it difficult to pick up any of the other notes. Sadly, this one just wasn’t for me.

Sorry but the scent gave me a headache😣 had to return it.

Gorgeous scent Amazing price. Will be purchasing again

Very bad

A bit too sharp for me.

Not the best smell and very feminine. Its listed as unisex and i strongly disagree.

When i first spray it smells rusty? I do mix it with other scents to be more pleasant

Smell really good and fresh

Does not last long.

Absolutely love the fragrance and spray it liberally. I also love the bottle and the way the lid snaps on, magnetic. Nice to pick up. A good feel about.

This smells expensive!!!

Great fragrance!

Very poor quality. The scent has an odour of spoiled perfume. As though it’s old and gone off.

Love the fragrance and have received compliments. Website very easy to use and returns accepted, which is appreciated, when choice is not quite right

It's definitely a fresh summer scent but not really my cup of tea.

Pleasant smelly very light fragrance. Nice to wear each day but not really my go to.

I have tried other Brands, Aerre is the BEST! I brought 9 bottles and each time the fragrance is PERFECT!

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Beautiful fragrance, slightly citrus toned and lasts at least half the day in hot qld weather. Would buy again

Smells amazing

Just not for me.

This 1 is "OK" for me, I mean it's one of those "I like it but not really" and then 2 days later I be like "ah man I forgot how that smells like again, sniff sniff" yea one of those scent that is hard to figure out. 1 time is good but I might try something else in the future.

Strated off with a tangy scent with slightly musky dried scent. Opening scent is very simliar to O'ccitane Verveine. Nice summer scent and I am happy with my purchase.

The scent wasn't what I expected.

Beautiful fragrance

Sooo fresh and summery also delicious 😂😂lemonade loveeeee it

Great value

A unique herbal fragrance. It smells like a kitchen garden. This is ideal when l don't want to smell flowery or fruity.

Love all if them

Was the most expensive and was the worst one

garbage scent just smells like coriander

Perfume is really nice. Most importantly, my wife loves the scents. Best value for the price.

Excellent

Beautifully blended, not for me unfortunately! I wanted to love it but didn’t suit.

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