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n. - A heavy perfume made from the plant of the same name; Small East Indian shrubby mint.

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  • As for the patchouly I presume it's the new trend or new way to explore this note.
  • If you are a woman, also have a vial of essential Jasmine oil; patchouly will do for men.
  • A couple of months ago I became obsessed with L'Ombre Fauve, which for me is a patchouly fragrance first and foremost.
  • Your description is perfect: there might be patchouly and vetiver in it but don't expect them to be anything more than just nice and polite.
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