Essence de Patchouli

Essence de Patchouli by Perris Monte Carlo is an unisex eau de parfum in the niche price tier. It opens with clove and almond, moves into patchouli, rose and geranium and dries down to amber, guaiac wood, sandalwood, vanilla and labdanum. Expect around 8 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.

Notes, explained

Opening

Clove Hot, dry and dental. Powerful — a little goes a long way.
Almond Marzipan and cherry-stone. Sweet with a bitter undertone.

Heart

Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.
Rose Can be jammy, green, peppery or soapy depending on the type. Not one smell.
Geranium Rosy and minty at once. Reads masculine more often than not.

Dry-down

Amber Warm, golden and resinous. Not a real material — a blend that glows.
Guaiac Wood Smoky, tarry and slightly sweet. Like a bonfire and roses.
Sandalwood Creamy, milky wood. Soft and almost edible.
Vanilla Sweet, creamy and warm. The most comforting note in perfumery.
Labdanum Sticky, leathery resin. Dark honey and old books.

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