Patchouli essential oil

Botanical name: Pogostemon cablin

Why Choose Abbey Essentials Patchouli Oil?

Our Patchouli oil is steam distilled in small batches from premium dried Pogostemon cablin leaves. Ethical sourcing and prompt processing preserve its rich, woody-earthy aroma and therapeutic potency, delivering a consistently luxurious, wellness-grade oil.

Overview

Patchouli essential oil offers a heady, sensual scent that blends woody, musky and earthy facets. Historically prized in perfumery and folk remedies, it may help soothe tension, balance the skin and uplift the senses.

Notes

• Top Note: Earthy-spice opening
• Middle Note: Warm woody heart
• Base Note: Deep musky finish

Scent Family

Woody · Earthy · Oriental

Aromatic Description

Rich earthy top notes blend into a warm, spicy-woody core, concluding on a deep musky base.

Therapeutic Properties

Anti-inflammatory · Antiseptic · Soothing · Skin-balancing

Volatility & Evaporation Rate

Slow evaporation; endures as a lasting base note in blends.

Plant Origin & Production

• Botanical Source: Pogostemon cablin
• Grown in: India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia & South America
• Plant Part: Dried leaves & shoots
• Extraction Method: Steam distillation
• Aroma Profile: Woody, earthy, musky

Tradition & Natural Wellness Use

Used since ancient times to scent fabrics and in herbal remedies, Patchouli oil may help to:

• Ease tension and uplift the mood
• Rejuvenate and balance skin in topical blends
• Support a grounding atmosphere in diffusers

Ideal For

• Base-note perfume compositions
• Relaxing massage oils
• Antiseptic skincare blends
• Grounding diffuser recipes
• Aromatherapy enthusiasts

Popular Uses

Aromatherapy (Mood & Atmosphere)

Add 3–5 drops to a diffuser or bowl of warm water to create a comforting, grounding ambience.

Holistic & Wellness Routines

Blend 2–4 drops with a carrier oil and massage onto temples or the back of the neck to relieve stress and support circulation. Note: see your product label for dilution guidelines and seek professional advice for health concerns.

DIY Skincare & Beauty

Add 1–2 drops per 10 ml base emollient to creams or lotions to help balance oil production and soothe the skin. Patch test before use; avoid sensitive areas.

Blends Well With

• Bergamot essential oil
• Black Pepper essential oil
• Cedarwood Atlas essential oil
• Roman Chamomile essential oil
• Cinnamon Bark essential oil
• Clary Sage essential oil
• Clove essential oil
• Geranium essential oil
• Ginger essential oil
• Juniperberry essential oil
• Lavender essential oil
• Lemon essential oil
• Neroli essential oil
• Patchouli essential oil
• Rosemary essential oil
• Sandalwood essential oil
• Vetiver essential oil
• Ylang-Ylang essential oil

⚠️ Caution

Essential oils are highly concentrated—always dilute Patchouli oil to 2–5 % in a carrier oil before applying to skin; see your product label for specifics. Not recommended for internal use. Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical supervision. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Tags

Grounding · Skin-balancing · Woody base note · Antiseptic · Aromatherapy blend

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