10 ml Patchouli Essential Oil
Patchouli Essential Oil
Experience the calming, exotic scent of our Patchouli Essential Oil.
Product Details
Latin Name: Pogostemon cablin
Plant Part Used: Dried Leaves
Source: Indonesia (with roots in traditional cultivation across Malaysia and India)
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Aromatic Profile & Benefits
Fragrance: A rich, musky-sweet, and spicy aroma that deepens with age.
Skin Care: Valued for its scar-healing and tissue regenerating properties, making it an excellent addition to skin care routines.
Wellness: Believed to balance emotions, ease anxiety and depression when used in oil burners, and create a soothing, amorous atmosphere.
Traditional Uses: Historically used in potpourris, sachets, and even tucked between textiles to ward off insects, as well as in hair care and for its alleged antidote qualities against snakebites.
Historical & Cultural Significance
Cultural Legacy:
In Eastern countries, it has been a staple for its fragrance and insect-repelling properties.
In Victorian England, patchouli was used to protect delicate cashmere shawls from moth damage.
Its popularity soared in Europe and America during the 1960s and 70s, where it became synonymous with the counterculture movement, known for masking body odour and even as a hair conditioner for dreadlocks.
Usage Suggestions
Aromatherapy: Add a few drops to an oil burner or diffuser to create a calming atmosphere.
Bath & Skincare: When diluted in a carrier oil or added to bath water, it can help soothe skin and scalp issues, and even assist with conditions like eczema and fungal infections.
Everyday Aromatics: Use in potpourris or sachets to infuse your living space with its signature scent while naturally repelling insects.
Safety Note
Always dilute essential oils in a base or carrier oil before topical application and perform a patch test to ensure compatibility with your skin.
Don’t miss out on the chance to experience this popular, timeless oil. Try Patchouli Essential Oil today and embrace its rich, soothing aroma!
