
Karma reminds me of an Indian shop- with scented candles, colorful teacups, essential oils, canvas bags with beautiful prints, cozy ramie sweaters and other lovely things. I go to that shop sometimes just to absorb the soft scent of sandalwood soap and candles, touch unique fabrics and get lost in all the colours. If that ambiance could be translated into a fragrance, I'm sure it would smell something very similar to Karma.
Spicy orange oil is definitely the heart and soul of this fragrance, with warm, earthy patchouli in the drydown. Lavender gives it a mild herbal boost, and I'm pretty sure the pine oil is responsible for the touch of greenness. Sometimes I smell the sweet acacia and other essential oils, other times I don't. Maybe it depends on the weather or my nose. I love wearing Karma in autumn and winter. It makes me feel extra cozy and warm in my coat. I like catching a whiff of the spicy orangey scent in icy-cold air. It's silly- but I feel embraced by a golden/orange aura when I wear it.
Karma is a potent fragrance but not as strong as say... Youth Dew or Aromatics Elixir. (which I both like, btw) You need a spritz or two, not more than that. There's nothing generic about this scent, it's not watered-down into some middle-of-the-road fragrance that will appeal to everyone. So be prepared to love it... or hate it. It's definitely unique and sticks out. To me it's a keeper and a modern classic.
The bottle is simple- but cute. The price is a bit steep, but considering the amount of natural essential oils I think it's worth it. Will repurchase.
Ingredients: DRF Alcohol, Perfume, Patchouli Oil (Pogostemon cablin), Orange Oil (Citrus dulcis), Lavendin Oil (Lavandula hybrida), Pine Oil (Pinus), Lemongrass Oil (Cymbopogon flexuosus), Elemi Oil (Canarium commune), Cassie Absolute (Acacia farnesiana), *Cinnamal, *Citral, *Geraniol, *Citronellol, *Limonene, *Linalool.
Suitable for vegans.
PS I have the solid version of Karma, which is the exact same scent, and very lovely, but I prefer using the original just because I can spray it on my clothes.