Patchouli Oil

Patchouli is a member of the mint family. It is a large 3 feet perennial mint which grows in tropical climates.

Patchouli oil is an essential oil derived from the leaves of the patchouli plant, a type of aromatic herb.

In order to produce patchouli oil, the leaves and stems of the plant are harvested and allowed to dry out. They then undergo a distillation process to extract the essential oil. Patchouli oil has a rich musky-sweet, strong spicy and herbaceous smell.

Benefits & Uses:

• Patchouli essential oil is used as a tropical remedy for skin problems such as acne, eczema, inflamed, cracked, chapped and irritated skin. It is known as a cell rejuvenator and helpful in healing wounds and scars.
• It combat depression, frigidity, anxiety, dandruff, wrinkles, herpes and other fungal infections. Patchouli oil is considered as an excellent base note and fixative in perfumery, being a component in many famous perfumes.
• Patchouli incense are very popular and preferred form of incense.
• Patchouli is a pest deterrent used to keep wool moths out of Indian shawls and rugs.
• It is an important ingredient in toiletries, cosmetics, breath fresheners, insecticides, disinfectants, and commercial food flavoring.

Product Code : PTCH-RS-EO

Botanical Name : Pogostemon Cablin

Crop Season : June – September

Plant Part Used : Leaves

Method of Extraction : Steam Distillation

CAS NO. : 8014-09-3

Appearance : Brownish orange reddish clear liquid with heavy, exotic, rich,  balsamic, herbaceous aroma