Lush Karma Review: Citrus Patchouli Unisex

Lush Karma is a unisex fragrance launched in 1995 by Lush's co-founder and perfumer Mark Constantine. It is one of the brand's oldest and most enduring scents, known for its bright citrus opening and earthy patchouli base. Available in perfume, solid perfume, and body spray formats, Karma sits at the intersection of hippie nostalgia and modern ethical perfumery. The scent is built around an unusual combination of orange, lemongrass, and lavender in the top, pine tree and cassis in the heart, and patchouli, fir resin, elemi, and cinnamon in the base. This creates a fragrance that is at once fresh, aromatic, and deeply grounded. On Fragrantica, it holds a 4.1 out of 5 rating from nearly 4,000 votes, reflecting its loyal following. In this review, we break down Karma's notes, performance, seasonality, and value, and explain who it's for and who might want to pass.