Deep, earthy and unmistakable. Patchouli is steam distilled from the dried leaves of Pogostemon cablin grown in India. The aroma is rich and rooty with a peppery edge. It is a grounding, comforting scent, popular in massage blends and a classic base note in perfume.
At a glance
- Botanical name: Pogostemon cablin
- Origin: India
- Extraction: steam distilled
- Aroma: earthy, woody, rooty, slightly bitter and peppery
Ways to use it
- Diffuser: 2–3 drops with sweet orange or lavender for a relaxing atmosphere.
- Skin and hair: a popular addition to body oils and hair care blends; dilute in a carrier oil.
- Blends well with: sweet orange, lavender, geranium, ylang ylang and atlas cedarwood.
External use only. Always dilute before applying to skin and patch-test first. Keep away from children and eyes.

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