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Vetiver

Vetiver is a tall grass whose roots are dug up, dried and distilled, and its oil has a dry, rooty smell touched with smoke and green.

Everyday reference
It is the smell of damp roots pulled from the ground, with a hint of campfire.
Versus Patchouli
Patchouli leans sweet and musty, whereas vetiver keeps to dry roots and a thread of smoke.
What to smell for
Notice a dry, earthy smokiness that feels clean and green, not sweet.
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