Patchouli by Molinard
Men Women 1999
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Description
Patchouli by Molinard is an oriental woody fragrance for men and women. Launched in 1999, this composition features top notes of orange, geranium, and African orange blossom; a heart dominated by patchouli; and a base of sandalwood, musk, and vanilla.
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Key notes
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Top
orange
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Heart
patchouli
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Base
sandalwood
Community
144 votes
- Positive 85%
- Negative 15%
- Neutral 0.7%
The olfactory pyramid
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
357 votes
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Leading answer Like it
144 votes
Season
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Time of day
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66 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Patchouli
Patchouli by Molinard is an oriental woody fragrance for men and women. Launched in 1999, this composition features top notes of orange, geranium, and African orange blossom; a heart dominated by patchouli; and a base of sandalwood, musk, and vanilla.
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
44 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
57 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
12 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Good value
7 votes
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Today a friend gifted me a half-used 30ml bottle. Finally, I could really distinguish the patchouli on its own; before, it always came blended with other notes (which is very common in perfumery). What struck me most at first was that geranium and citrus combination, which reminded me of Frangelico liqueur. But over time, the patchouli takes over and shines on its own. My past experience with this note is that it’s vegetal and wild; as it dries down, it passes through a very subtle soapy tone before turning synthetic, something that usually ruins lower-quality fragrances. Here, Molinard surprises: it smells like a top-tier product, with that French savoir-faire that makes you feel confident. While it’s not my favorite as a standalone note, I believe combined with woods and flowers it adds a refined touch to any composition. Its longevity is atypically good for today’s standards, with excellent skin fixation and a moderate to extensive sillage. It’s unisex and a perfumery curiosity that everyone should try at least once.