Patchouli Oil (Certified Organic)

Certified Organics: The National Organic Program develops, implements, and administers national production, handling, and labeling standards for organic agricultural products.

Botanical Name: Pogostemon Cablin

Plant Part: Leaves

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: India

Description: Patchouli is an aromatic perennial shrub belonging to the mint family. It has large green petals and white-pink flowers. The plant can reach to 2 to 3 feet (1 meter) in height and is native to Asian Regions where the climate is warm. The color of the patchouli essential oil is affected by the distillation machine. If distillation is done in a stainless steel vessel the color of the oil will be light, but if done in an iron vessel the color will be darker.

Common Uses: Patchouli is sought after for its antiseptic properties and aromatherapists recognize Patchouli as antidepressant, deodorant, sedative, fungicide & anti-inflammatory. It also has diuretic properties which make it useful in cases of fluid retention and cellulite. It helps stimulate renewal of skin cells, assist in healing rough, cracked skin, sores and wounds. It also has uplifting and calming properties that help control depression; anxiety and most stress related emotions. In aromatherapy, Patchouli is an excellent fixative that can help extend other, more expensive oils. 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.

Note: Base

Aromatic Scent: Patchouli has a warm, earthy aroma with fresh fruit - like tones.