Patchouli Essential Oil

Earthy • Grounding • Rich

Patchouli essential oil offers a deep, musky-earthy aroma that grounds the mind and balances the emotions. Known for its calming, skin-nourishing, and sensual properties, Patchouli is beloved in perfumery, meditation blends, and natural skincare. It adds a strong, lingering base note that anchors lighter aromas, blending beautifully with florals, woods, and spices.

Benefits & Uses:
• Diffuse to create a grounding, peaceful atmosphere
• Add to skincare for dry, mature, or irritated skin
• Enhances emotional balance and supports mindfulness
• Popular in natural perfumes for its exotic, long-lasting scent
• Use in massage oils to promote relaxation and connection

Properties:
Common Name: Patchouli Oil
Botanical Name: Pogostemon cablin
Plant Part: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Origin: Indonesia, India
Color: Deep amber to dark brown
Consistency: Thick
Note: Base
Strength of Aroma: Strong
Aromatic Scent: Deep, earthy, musky, and slightly sweet

Blends Well With:
Floral: Lavender, Rose, Ylang Ylang
Citrus: Orange, Bergamot, Grapefruit
Woodsy: Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Vetiver
Spicy: Clove, Cinnamon, Ginger
Herbal: Geranium, Clary Sage, Frankincense

Helpful Tips:
• Great fixative in natural perfumery—adds longevity to blends
• Add to body butters or facial oils for skin-soothing benefits
• Ideal for meditation, grounding, or sensual blends
• Aroma improves and deepens with age—store well-sealed

Diffuser Recipes:

Earth & Calm
3 drops Patchouli
2 drops Lavender
2 drops Frankincense

Inner Stillness
3 drops Patchouli
2 drops Sandalwood
2 drops Clary Sage

Exotic Bloom
3 drops Patchouli
2 drops Ylang Ylang
2 drops Orange

Grounded Joy
3 drops Patchouli
2 drops Geranium
2 drops Bergamot

Sweet Earth
3 drops Patchouli
2 drops Vanilla (or Benzoin)
2 drops Rose

Safety Guidelines:
• Dilute before topical use. Essential oils are highly concentrated and should be diluted with a carrier oil to avoid skin irritation.
• Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and sensitive areas.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• If pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.
• Do not ingest essential oils unless directed by a certified aromatherapist or healthcare provider.
• Store in a cool, dark place to preserve quality and potency.
• These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Essential oils can enhance your well-being when used properly - please use them responsibly and enjoy their benefits as part of a balanced, natural lifestyle.

Shelf Life Guidelines:
At Saffron Herb Co., our essential oils are 100% pure and undiluted, which means their longevity depends on storage and oil type. 

• Citrus oils (e.g., Lemon, Orange, Grapefruit): 1–2 years
• Most essential oils (e.g., Lavender, Peppermint, Eucalyptus): 3–4 years
• Resinous or woody oils (e.g., Frankincense, Patchouli, Sandalwood): 6+ years

To preserve the quality and extend the life of your oils:
• Store tightly sealed in a cool, dark place
• Keep away from direct sunlight and heat
• Avoid contamination by not touching the dropper to skin or surfaces

Essential oils don’t "expire" in the traditional sense, but over time, they can oxidize and lose their aroma or effectiveness. Always use your senses - if the scent has changed noticeably, it may be time to refresh your supply.