Patchouli

About Patchouli essential oil

Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin) is distilled from the fermented leaves of the patchouli plant. This earthy, musky-sweet essential oil is a base note that gets better with age. It’s loved for its grounding, skin-regenerating, and aphrodisiac properties. Excellent for dry, cracked skin and emotional stability. A common favourite in natural perfumery and meditation blends.

 Main Chemical Compounds

• Patchoulol – Known for calming the nervous system and reducing inflammation.
• Alpha-Bulnesene – Supports immune system and relieves discomfort.
• Seychellene – Antibacterial and calming.

 How do I use Patchouli?

 For skincare you can use Patchouli in facial or body oils for dry or ageing skin. It will not only assist with better, younger looking skin, it will also help balance emotions. It is a great oil to help treat wounds with. Just add a drop or so to salves or diluted in Castor oil as a spot treatment.

Blends well with:

•  Bergamot essential oil
• Sandalwood
• Lavender
• Rose Geranium
• Frankincense
• Myrrh
• Copaiba
• Clary Sage
• Marjoram

Cautions

Can be quite strong, so use sparingly in blends. Safe for most users when diluted. Avoid during pregnancy.