Patchouli Essential Oil (Organic)
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Description
Patchouli Essential Oil (Organic) has a deep earthy aroma with damp wood, dark leaf, balsamic sweetness, dry musk, and long-lasting depth. It does not behave like a light herb oil. Patchouli sits low and stays there, giving formulas weight, shadow, and a recognisable earthy base.
The opening can feel damp and almost dirty before it softens. With time, the scent becomes sweeter, woodier, and more balsamic, leaving a persistent residue that works well in natural perfumes, soaps, body oils, beard products, incense blends, amber bases, woody accords, and earthy florals. It is best chosen when a formula needs shadow, continuity, and an earthy sense of depth rather than immediate brightness.
Organic status supports sourcing expectations, not a different smell. Used lightly, Patchouli gives body and continuity. Used heavily, it can become musty, muddy, heavy, or too obviously patchouli.
Essential oils can be applied topically once diluted with a carrier oil. They are widely used in cosmetic goods and handmade crafts.
Details
| Botanical Name | Pogostemon Cablin |
| Origin | Indonesia |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Part | Leaves |
| Extraction | Steam Distillation |
| Note | Base |
| Colour | Deep Golden Brown |
| Consistency | Medium |
| Scent | Patchouli has a warm, earthy aroma with fresh fruit - like tones. |
| Blends With | Earthy, minty and woodsy oils. |
| Group | Earthy |
Cautions
Never use pure oils on the skin without diluting, never use internally, keep away from children and eyes, always check if there are any medical issues which could cause a problem. Seek help if you have any doubts.
