Woody

Indian patchouli smells earthy and intensely aromatic—imagine pressing your nose into rich, dark soil after rainfall, mixed with dried autumn leaves and a whisper of sweetness. There's an almost medicinal warmth to it, reminiscent of vetiver root or the underside of a forest floor. Some find it slightly musty, others detect hints of chocolate and spice buried beneath. It's grounding, deeply tactile, and unmistakably bohemian—the scent of incense smoke clinging to vintage textiles.

Citrus

Mandarin orange smells like biting into a sun-warmed orange on a summer afternoon—bright, juicy, and intensely sweet, but with a slightly floral, almost creamy undertone that distinguishes it from sharper citrus fruits like lemon. It's warmer and softer than bergamot, less bitter than grapefruit, with a whisper of honeyed smoothness. Imagine the concentrated essence of that sticky-fingered moment when you peel the fruit and release its aromatic oils—that's mandarin's character: immediately uplifting, naturally sweet, and wrapped in an almost candied warmth.