patchouli
noun
patch·ou·li
pə-ˈchü-lē 
also
ˈpa-chə-lē
variants
or less commonly patchouly
: a heavy perfume made from the fragrant essential oil of a southeast Asian mint (Pogostemon cablin)
also
: the plant itself
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The initial note from the first spritz is a vibrant orange, followed by a blossoming burst of florals and a balanced, unexpected edge of patchouli and vetiver.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
King William pear, freesia, and patchouli are the key notes, paired with argan oil and vitamin B5 for extra hair conditioning benefits.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
Cinnamon and clove add spicy depth, while patchouli and sandalwood provide a rich, grounding base.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2024
My personal favorite of the bunch, this eau de parfum leads with a vibrant orange burst, balanced by a jasmine accord, May rose, patchouli, and vetiver.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
King William pear, freesia, and patchouli are the key notes, paired with argan oil and vitamin B5 for extra hair conditioning benefits.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
Cinnamon and clove add spicy depth, while patchouli and sandalwood provide a rich, grounding base.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2024
My personal favorite of the bunch, this eau de parfum leads with a vibrant orange burst, balanced by a jasmine accord, May rose, patchouli, and vetiver.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
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“Patchouli.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patchouli. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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