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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Fresh, delicate, and feminine, this blends patchouli, vetiver, orange, jasmine, and rose into an aroma unlike any other.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
The deepness of oud, leather, and patchouli coupled with the spices and smokiness of incense seamlessly balances and prevents it from becoming too sweet.
—Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2025
Neal’s Yard, Wild Rose Neal’s Yard’s Wild Rose soap is a classic British hand soap that is certified organic and palm-oil-free and is beautifully fragranced with geranium and patchouli essential oils, an unusual mix that adds depth to its fragrance.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
The deepness of oud, leather, and patchouli coupled with the spices and smokiness of incense seamlessly balances and prevents it from becoming too sweet.
—Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2025
Neal’s Yard, Wild Rose Neal’s Yard’s Wild Rose soap is a classic British hand soap that is certified organic and palm-oil-free and is beautifully fragranced with geranium and patchouli essential oils, an unusual mix that adds depth to its fragrance.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
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“Patchouli.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patchouli. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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