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Patchouli

Patchouli is a deeply spiced, thickly herbal and immediately recognizable note - it’s “dirty hippie” reputation doesn’t do it justice. Patchouli’s scent lies somewhere between cumin’s sharp and acrid tang and nutmeg’s smooth, sweet warmth, and it can carry a fragrance or blend easily with other, spicier notes. It is ideal in heated, spicy perfumes that feature leather, smoke, resins, and lighter aromatic notes like lavender and geranium. Patchouli’s exotic strength can be an acquired taste in perfume, but it’s many moods and blends make it an endlessly fascinating note to explore in the spicy end of the scent spectrum.
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Fragrances that use Patchouli
Atelier Materi Cacao Porcelana
Atelier Materi
Cacao Porcelana
White Cacao
Light Tobacco
Rum
Tonka Bean
A rare variety, this white cocoa grows in the heart of the oldest plantations, in Piura, north-west Peru. Extracted by hand from the pods, the beans are fermented before being sun-dried and roasted. In order to capture the most beautiful facets of this white cocoa, the perfumer collaborated with a French Maître Chocolatier to obtain the perfect roasting, thus revealing sensual nutty and milky notes, with Tonka bean undertone. After a sweet rum opening, the perfumer Marie Hugentobler unveils the addictive bitterness of the cocoa, comforted by powdery and woody notes. A dry down of light tobacco, patchouli and sandalwood follows, giving CACAO PORCELANA its sensual and unique signature.
Atelier Materi Cuir Nilam
Atelier Materi
Cuir Nilam
Tobacco
Leather
Patchouli
Cardamom
Patchouli, a classic perfumery ingredient also known as Nilam in Indonesia, is reinvented in this Haute Couture composition. The fragrance opens with fresh and sophisticated notes of violet leaves. In its heart, the nobility of rose meets the impertinence of leather. Finally, the patchouli’s depth blends with intoxicating notes of tobacco, creating a sensual trail. CUIR NILAM, a patchouli dressed in a leather perfecto with typically Parisian elegance.
Judith Ripka Diamond Dreams
Judith Ripka
Diamond Dreams
Amber
Patchouli
Bergamot
Strawberry
Experience the essence of sensual femininity with Diamond Dreams, a fragrance that opens with a burst of bergamot, mandarin, and strawberry, tantalizing the senses with its fruity freshness. At its heart, a seductive bouquet of jasmine, muguet, and peony unfolds, infusing the fragrance with a floral style that captivates. As the scent settles, notes of patchouli, musk, and amber create the ultimate warmth and sensual signature, leaving a trace of irresistible magnetism and long lastingness.
Press Gurwitz Perfumerie No. 7
Press Gurwitz Perfumerie
No. 7
Orange
Jasmine
Ambra
Patchouli
Eau de parfum Press Gurwitz Perfumerie No. 7 is a fresh and bright fragrance with a savory flavor. A mix of citrus and floral tones softened by notes of patchouli and amber.
Les EAUX Primordiales Vanille Supermassive
Les EAUX Primordiales
Vanille Supermassive
Labdanum
White Musks
Vanilla
Patchouli
This intense, hazy vanilla extract plunges us deep into the mysteries of the abyss and universe. The gravitational force of spices carries patchouli and white musk essences in its wake. A constellation of woody notes then appears, revealing the solar aura of majestic, incandescent vanilla.
Vahy Isle of Blanc
Vahy
Isle of Blanc
Cedarwood
Pomelo
Solar Orange Flower
Patchouli
Cloudless skies, shimmering seas and salty skin at Bondi Beach. Reminiscent of 1960's surf culture, sea spray and endless summer, Isle of Blanc is citrus immersed in solar and salt complemented by coconut, patchouli and notes of wood. A light, summery scent with an edge of marine.
Floral Street Wild Vanilla Orchid
Floral Street
Wild Vanilla Orchid
Amber
Patchouli
Bamboo
Jasmine Petals
Vanilla, but not as you know it—this vegan perfume envelopes the scents of being wrapped in a warm cozy blanket. A raw-edged confection of creamy vanilla beans, blossom, cassis, and citrus dressed in a bunch of just-plucked jasmine. Offsetting the lingering sweetness, bamboo and sandalwood bend and fold underneath. Some of our absolute favourites all in one fragrance. This vegan perfume is for the bold, confident, and modernist.
Ormonde Jayne Arabesque
Ormonde Jayne
Arabesque
Oudh
Rose
Saffron
Patchouli
Arabesque takes you on an olfactory journey through the enchanting and mystical Middle East, based on flowers, fruits and woods entwined together and found in Islamic art. A heart of rose and jasmine absolute interplay beautifully and creates a sense of well-being and serenity, patchouli and Oudh transports you to another world.
COMMODITY Moss+ Bold
COMMODITY
Moss+ Bold
Petitgrain
Patchouli
Bergamot
"The original Moss was created around the fresh crispness of a walk in the woods and a brook filled with moss-lined rocks covered in dew. Moss+ Bold is enhanced with fresh Bergamot combined with crisp Eucalyptus leaves for a feeling of natural freshness. The combination of earthy Oakmoss, rich Woods, and the power of Patchouli adds depth while taking you right through the woods and connects you right with nature."—Donna Ramanauskas
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Narciso Rodriguez for Her Eau de Parfum
Narciso Rodriguez
for Her Eau de Parfum
Amber
Rose
Patchouli
Musk
A daring, spicy musk note is center stage is this dramatic Eau de Parfum. Top notes of sheer rose and light peach add tropical and floral intrigue, with the sultry counterpoint of smooth amber highlighting the musk’s bright mystery. An equally rich and aromatic patchouli and sandalwood base elevates the sensual appeal.
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Confessions Of A Rebel Get A Room and Order Champagne
Confessions Of A Rebel
Get A Room and Order Champagne
Jasmine
Vanilla
Raspberry
Patchouli
She's Get a Room's darker, more seductive sister, and despite the line of eager suitors fighting for her attention, she's not ready to call a cab home just yet. Last call isn't an ending—it's a new beginning for all sorts of mischievous adventures, and this heated, provocative mix keeps the party going. Raspberry and mandarin open the scent with a juicy, in-your-face flair, as night-blooming jasmine and sensual cocoa whisper sweet nothings into the mix. Like a transcendental beat heard through the midnight fog, patchouli drifts into vanilla, blurring the lines between reverie and reality. Draw the blinds, bolt the door, and get the bottle on ice—this is going to get good.
Carner Barcelona Cuirs
Carner Barcelona
Cuirs
Tonka Bean
Labdanum
Cedarwood
Guaiac Wood
In 2010, Sara Carner infused her heritage of artisan craftsmanship with a passion for fine perfumery to create Carner Barcelona: a collection of modern, lifestyle fragrances inspired by the dynamic spirit of Barcelona.

Cuirs take the spiciness of saffro and mingles it with the warmth of sandalwood, cedarwood and oud wood. Earthy notes of dry amber mix with a leather acccord to deliver a beguiling smoky scent.