Pure Patchouli (Dark) Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Pogostemon Cablin, Plant Part: Leaves, Extraction Method: Steam Distilled, Origin: Indonesia.

Consistency: Thick Note: Base Strength of Aroma: Medium Aromatic Scent: Patchouli has a warm, earthy aroma with fresh fruit – like tones.

Common uses: Patchouli is recognized by aromatherapists as being effective for combating nervous disorders, helping with dandruff, sores, skin irritations and acne. The specific properties include use as an antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, anti-emetic, antimicrobal, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antitoxic, antiviral, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, digestive, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicidal, nerving, prophylactic. 

  In the perfumery industry, it is interesting to note that Patchouli improves with age, and that the aged product is what is preferred over freshly harvested. In aromatherapy, Patchouli is an excellent fixative that can help extend other, more expensive oils.

Cautions: None Known.