Patchouli Nosy Be Eau de Parfum vs Patchouli Eau de Parfum

Patchouli Nosy Be

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2014	Year	2013
££	Price Tier	££

Patchouli

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Patchouli Nosy Be

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Patchouli

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Patchouli Nosy Be

This is a serious, sophisticated patchouli for those who know what they want. It’s certainly not a crowd-pleaser for everyone, with some calling it love-at-first-sniff and others detecting an 'acetone' note. It's rich, dense, and performs like a beast - if you're a patchouli fan, this one's for you.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Patchouli

This one's a proper grown-up patchouli, woody and amber-rich without being too dark or earthy. It's a bit of a chameleon, with some finding it a dead ringer for Coromandel's sophisticated cousin, and others detecting a completely distinct cedar focus. Divisive on the exact composition, but generally well-regarded for quality and performance.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	3%	3%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	0%	0%
Sweet	32%	39%
Warm	20%	15%
Woody	29%	26%
Earthy	29%	20%
Animalic	2%	16%
Fresh	3%	4%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Patchouli Nosy Be EdP

Patchouli EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Patchouli 66% vs 45%

Only in Patchouli Nosy Be

Pink Pepper 33%

Only in Patchouli

Sandalwood 28% Cedar 26%

Only in Patchouli Nosy Be

Cacao Pod 56% Labdanum 44%

Only in Patchouli

Amber 37% Tonka Bean 32% Benzoin 31%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 39% vs 45%

Only in Patchouli Nosy Be

Sandalwood 33% Cedar 27%

Only in Patchouli

Musk 54%

Accords

Patchouli Nosy Be Patchouli

100%

Woody

100%

77%

Patchouli

89%

83%

Warm Spicy

78%

54%

Amber

81%

65%

Cacao

58%

Vanilla

54%

52%

Powdery

58%

57%

Balsamic

57%

49%

Earthy

54%

48%

Sweet

Musky

48%

Woody shared

100%

Patchouli shared

77%

89%

Warm Spicy shared

83%

78%

Amber shared

54%

81%

Cacao

65%

Vanilla shared

58%

54%

Powdery shared

52%

58%

Balsamic shared

57%

Earthy shared

49%

54%

Sweet

48%

Musky

48%

Performance

Patchouli Nosy Be Patchouli

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Patchouli Nosy Be

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent projection and intense, dark accords make it too strong for an office setting. However, this richness translates perfectly to date nights and formal events, commanding attention and exuding sophistication. It's a bit much for casual wear, leaning more towards special occasions.

Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Given its strong longevity and above-average projection, this isn't a subdued office scent. It shines brightest for dates and formal events, where its rich, warm character makes a statement, though its bold, confident nature can also work for casual outings when you want to stand out.