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    Side by side

    Essence Santal vs. Patchouli Paris

    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Patchouli Paris rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Essence Santal vs. Patchouli Paris
    Essence SantalPatchouli Paris
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20242024
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerMichael NordstrandDelphine Jelk
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Essence Santal

    Woody
    Warm Spicy
    Powdery
    Aromatic
    Fresh Spicy

    Patchouli Paris

    Patchouli
    Earthy
    Woody
    Vanilla
    Amber
    Iris
    Balsamic
    Powdery

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Nutmeg
    Aldehydes
    Heart
    Cardamom
    Iris
    Base
    SandalwoodMuskOrris Root
    PatchouliVanillaAmbergris

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Essence Santal vs. Patchouli Paris
    Essence SantalPatchouli Paris
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Sandalwood done right means it never gets heavy or sunscreen-sweet. This one earns its warmth through spice and orris powder, staying close and intimate.Essence Santal
    Delphine Jelk took a risk pairing aldehydes with patchouli. One is cold and metallic, the other is earthy and deep. It’s a different kind of patchouli experience.Patchouli Paris