Madness
ChopardEau de Parfum2001
Side by side
Madness vs. Essence de Patchouli
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
At a glance
| Madness | Essence de Patchouli | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2001 | 2012 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Christine Nagel | Gian Luca Perris |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Madness
Woody
Floral
Rose
Soft Spicy
Musky
Sweet
Tropical
Fruity
Essence de Patchouli
Woody
Powdery
Musky
Patchouli
Warm Spicy
Earthy
Rose
Aromatic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Pink PepperLycheeKumquat
GeraniumRose
Heart
RoseHibiscus
Iris
Base
Woody NotesRosewoodCotton Flower
PatchouliMuskGuaiac WoodCoumarinCedar
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Madness | Essence de Patchouli | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Madness earns its name. The pink pepper opening is a statement, if you want safe, look elsewhere. But for those who appreciate a fragrance with real character.Madness
Patchouli gets a bad reputation for being too much. This one earns its name, earthy, camphorated, insistent, but the rose and iris keep it from overwhelming.Essence de Patchouli