PATCHOULI | Absolute
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Individual samples and sample sets provide customers with an opportunity to test whether or not they enjoy a fragrance before committing to a larger size. All sales are final.
Tariff information for US customers: our alcohol-based fragrances and Rose Noire lip tint are tariffed under section 338 of the American tariff act.
International customers: we do not pre-collect or charge customs duties or taxes at checkout. The customer is responsible for any taxes, duties, tariffs, and customs fees required by the customs authority of the recipient's country.
Local to Montréal? We have local delivery and pick-up options.
Please visit our Shipping & Returns page for more details.
Pure Pogostemon cablin (Blanco) Benth absolute.
Rich, aged, and steeped in mystery, Patchouli Absolute reveals the true depth of one of perfumery’s most iconic materials. Far removed from the sharpness of fresh distillations, it is an opulent expression of patchouli at its most refined—smooth, resinous, and exquisitely nuanced.
The aroma unfolds with a deeply resinous and aged earthiness, far removed from the sharp edge of fresh patchouli. It carries nuances of dark chocolate and tobacco, with a whisper of vintage leather and understated smokiness that add remarkable depth. A velvety mossiness lingers beneath, entwined with warm amber undertones that lend a sensual, grounding quality.
In natural perfumery, Patchouli Absolute is indispensable for its role in creating classic base accords, where you can often find it paired with Oakmoss and Labdanum absolutes. It enhances the opulence of florals, lending a subtle shadow that balances their brightness and it anchors compositions with mystery and sophistication. Unlike its essential oil counterpart, the absolute is free of green top notes, revealing a smoother, more complex profile that seamlessly blends into florals, woods, resins, and much more. It serves as a superior fixative, extending the longevity of compositions while imparting a rich, supple texture.
ASPECTS: rich · spicy · earthy · tobacco-like facets
APPEARANCE: brown to brown-green liquid
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Extracted in France from Indonesian-grown patchouli.
PLANT PART: leaves
Presented in a 5ml or 15ml black glass bottle with a euro dropper top that may have to be removed depending on the viscosity of the item selected. Please note that essential oils and absolutes vary widely in thickness and consistency.