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    Dia Man vs. Patchouli Absolu

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    Dia Man rates higher with the community, while Patchouli Absolu wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Dia Man vs. Patchouli Absolu
    Dia ManPatchouli Absolu
    ConcentrationExtrait
    Launched20022014
    GenderMaleUnisex
    PerfumerJean-Claude EllenaRichard Herpin
    Best seasonSpringWinter

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Dia Man

    Woody
    Amber
    Floral
    Warm Spicy
    Aromatic
    Earthy
    Fresh
    Fruity

    Patchouli Absolu

    Woody
    Patchouli
    Earthy
    Warm Spicy
    Leather
    Fresh Spicy
    Mossy
    Amber

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    IncenseCardamomLabdanumBitter Orange
    MossBay LeafRosemary
    Heart
    PeonyPlumOrris RootYlang-Ylang
    PatchouliCypriol Oil or NagarmothaCashmere WoodGuaiac WoodViolet Wood
    Base
    VetiverRosewoodLeatherAmberPatchouli
    AmberLeatherMuskTonka Bean

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Dia Man vs. Patchouli Absolu
    Dia ManPatchouli Absolu
    Score4.5/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours10+ hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    The opening is sharp and resins-forward. The florals arrive quietly, almost shy. This is not a statement fragrance. It is the kind of smell someone notices when you are already gone.Dia Man
    Patchouli Absolu delivers exactly what the name promises: patchouli that dominates without apology, surrounded by woody warmth and a clean, aromatic opening that keeps things interesting.Patchouli Absolu