Patchouli Elixir vs Patchouli Impérial

Shared character

Both Patchouli Elixir and Patchouli Impérial share a core composition of rose, bergamot, benzoin, amber, and patchouli. They are characterized by woody, earthy, balsamic, and warm spicy accords.

How they differ

Patchouli Elixir features notes of leather, mandarin, violet leaves, and iris. In contrast, Patchouli Impérial includes cedarwood, sandalwood, Indonesian patchouli, vanilla, cinnamon, coriander, tonka bean, Sicilian mandarin, cedar, mandarin orange, and smoke. Patchouli Impérial is further defined by spicy, sweet, oriental, smoky, amber, aromatic, and vanilla accords.

Who each suits

Patchouli Elixir suits those drawn to leather and floral elements like iris and violet leaves. Patchouli Impérial suits those who prefer sweet, smoky, and spicy oriental profiles with woody undertones.