The neroli and bergamot hits you on the first spritz, however as the scent settles it completely transforms into something else entirely. I wouldn't say it was instantly calming, as I tend to associate an intense lavender scent with this mood. It does however, with the undertone of musk, take me back once again to my teenage years and the type of scents I would choose during this period of my life. It is very fresh, almost laundry-like, so I imagine if a clean ordered home makes you feel all types of Mrs Hinch happy then this scent might just be for you.