Patchouli Homme

A symbol of rebellion and new utopias, it is a perfume that evokes for many of us a lost youth and a certain nostalgia. Although this fragrance was first created for women, its masculine equivalent was not long in coming. Focus on the iconic Patchouli Homme by Reminiscence.

What is patchouli?

First, to better understand this perfume, one must get acquainted with its raw material: patchouli. Indeed, this fragrance is built entirely around its facets. This particular ingredient has an earthy, powerful and vibrant scent. It is a tropical plant grown mainly in Indonesia. In fact, while still in the ground, it releases no odor. For it to become odorous, it must first dry and its leaves must be processed. Its distinctive scent is obtained only after distillation. Some consider that patchouli has a scent close to that of a wine cork or an overripe apple. Patchouli had its heyday in the 1970s. Nevertheless, it is an ingredient with true devotees. Indeed, men and women tend to hold a rather sharp opinion of patchouli. Either one loves it, or one hates it! Even so, patchouli has never really gone out of fashion... Incidentally, did you know that the iconic Angel by Thierry Mugler contains as much as 30% of it?! So, let us take a closer look at how Reminiscence managed to elevate this particular scent...

The masculinity of patchouli perfume revisited by Reminiscence

Patchouli Homme is a cult perfume. It reveals the scent of patchouli in a rather subtle way. In fact, it is quite far from the hippie patchouli that, with a single whiff, conjures up bell-bottom pants and shovel collars! Patchouli Homme is a perfume with a certain sensitivity. It is quite contrasted and gradually gains in depth. It evokes distant lands and travel. After all, it is not uncommon for the house of Reminiscence to take us to the other side of the world through its creations. Patchouli Homme is a perfume with a strong, charismatic character. It is contemporary and suits perfectly men with a certain natural ease. To gain freshness, it is paired with Limetta from Mexico as well as Mandarin from Italy. Geranium, for its part, gives the whole a more spicy, elegant aspect. Finally, woody facets enhance its virility. Patchouli Homme is notably embellished with Cedar, Tonka bean, Benzoin and Labdanum. White musk, meanwhile, rounds it all off with a soft, even somewhat gourmand sillage.