Patchouli is a bushy herb of the mint family, with erect stems reaching two or three feet (about 0.75 meters) in height and small, pale pink-white flowers. The plant is native to tropical regions of Asia
The instantly recognisable hippy oil. Earthy, musky, herbaceous with sweet, spicy top notes. Euphoric, yet calming. Grounding and balancing to the mind and senses
Patchouli Essential Oil
Characteristics of Patchouli Essential Oil
The instantly recognisable "hippy oil". An earthy, musky, herbaceous base note gives way to a sweet and spicy top note. Unlike many essential oils, Patchouli matures with age.
Common Uses of Patchouli Essential Oil
Basil Essential Oil is primarily used for clearing the mind of worries and clutter and aiding concentration.
However as well as clearing the mind, basil is typically used in the following applications.
Skin
Patchouli is skin softening and useful on cracked skin within a cosmetic blend. The skin softening properties make Patchouli suitable for anti-ageing products.
Mind
Precautions when using Patchouli Essential Oil
As with all essential oils do not use during pregnancy.
Patchouli Essential Oil Technical Information
Criteria | Information |
Latin Name | Pogostemon cablin |
Inci | Pogostemon cablin (Patchouli) Leaf Oil |
Plant Family | Labiate or Lamiacaeae |
Extraction Method | The essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves. The younger leaves are used for the best scent. |
Country of Origin | Indonesia |
Purity | 100% Pure Essential Oil, therapeutic grade |
Natural Constituents | Patchoulol (Alcohol), Benzoic, Cinnamic (Aldehydes), Eugenol (Phenol), Cadinene (Sesquiterpene). |
Cas No. | 8014-09-3/84238-39-1 |
Einecs No. | 282-493-4 |
Blends well with | Patchouli blends well with many oils and when used in the correct quantities can bring a sophistication to the blend. Patchouli blends well with Bergamot, Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Elemi, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Lemongrass, Myrrh, Neroli, Pine, Rose, Rosewood and Sandalwood. |
IFRA 49th Certificate 49th Amendment | |
Technical Documents | Please see the Technical Tab below for SDS, Allergens information and IFRA Certificates |
- Blends Well With:
- Bergamot, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Myrrh
- Contraindications:
- Avoid During Pregnancy, Large Doses may cause a loss of appetite
- Country of Origin:
- Indonesia
- Latin Name:
- Pogostemon cablin
- Traditional Physical Properties:
- Deodourising, Water Retention
- Part of Plant Used:
- Leaves
- Purity:
- 100% Pure
- Scent:
- The instantly recognisable "hippy oil". An earthy, musky, herbaceous base note gives way to a sweet and spicy top note.
- Key Benefits:
- Cracked Skin
- Traditional Emotional Use:
- Grounding, Anxiety, Lethergy
- Traditional Skin Use:
- Tissue regenerating, acne, sores, ulcers, Rough and Cracked Skin
- HS Code:
- 33012941
- HS Description:
- Patchouli Essential Oil
- HS Country:
- GB
- HS Composition:
- Viscous Liquid
Ingredients
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Patchouli Essential Oil Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
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Patchouli Essential Oil Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
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Patchouli Essential Oil Certificate of Analysis (COA)
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