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Oils » Essential Oils (O-Z)
Patchouli Essential Oil (Light)
Average Product Rating: 5 / 5 (Based on 12 Customer Reviews)
Botanical Name: Pogostemon Cablin
Plant Part: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Origin: Indonesia
Description: Patchouli is a very fragrant herb with soft oval leaves and square stems. It grows from 2 to 3 feet in height and provides an unusual odor that is nonetheless characteristic of patchouli when the leaves are rubbed. The color of the patchouli 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.
Color: Pale golden yellow viscous liquid.
Common Uses: Patchouli is recognized by aromatherapists as being effective for combating nervous disorders, helping with dandruff, sores, skin irritations and acne. The specific properties include use as an antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, anti-emetic, antimicrobal, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antitoxic, antiviral, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, digestive, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicidal, nerving, prophylactic, stimulating and tonic agent. 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. In aromatherapy, Patchouli is an excellent fixative that can help extend other, more expensive oils.
Consistency: Medium
Note: Base
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Blends well with: Sandalwood, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Rose, Orange, Cassia, Myrrh and Opoponax
Aromatic Scent: Patchouli has a warm, earthy aroma with fresh fruit - like tones.
History: For centuries, patchouli oil has been used in the East to scent clothes and linen. In China, Japan and Malaysia the oil was used to treat colds, headaches, nausea, diarrhea and abdominal pain. In the 1960s, patchouli became popular as an aphrodisiac.
Cautions: None Known.
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Customers should purchase products from New Directions Aromatics Inc. with the clear understanding that all products must be used at the customers own discretion and only after referencing Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all other relevant technical information specific to the product. New Directions Aromatics Inc. shall not be held responsible for any damages to property or for any adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm) caused by insufficient knowledge or the improper use of a product.
The user of the product is solely responsible for compliance with all laws and regulations applying to the use of the products, including intellectual property rights of third parties.
As with any manufacturing process, New Directions Aromatics strongly recommends small lab scale testing for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing.
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Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. In addition, Essential Oils must be properly diluted before use in order to avoid any damages to property or adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm).
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Submited By: Ashley from Madison, Wisconsin on 01/02/2012
Loyal Customer Since: 2011
Rating:
This is exceptional and wonderfully intoxicating fragrance. Blends well with a range of other essential oils. Will buy again!
Loyal Customer Since: 2011
Rating:
This is exceptional and wonderfully intoxicating fragrance. Blends well with a range of other essential oils. Will buy again!
Submited By: Lauretta from San Diego, California on 11/11/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
Rating:
Interestingly, when I got this patchouli, I found it way too strong out of the bottle and regretted the purchase. Now, a year later, I LOVE the smell of it. I've read that patchouli's fragrance changes with time, so if' you're hesitating, get the sample version and even if you don't like it at first, leave it alone for a while and see how it smells in a few months. you may be surprised! Of note, I like using this one to lend a masculine note to an otherwise too sweet perfume, but since it's still strong, I dilute it first.
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
Rating:
Interestingly, when I got this patchouli, I found it way too strong out of the bottle and regretted the purchase. Now, a year later, I LOVE the smell of it. I've read that patchouli's fragrance changes with time, so if' you're hesitating, get the sample version and even if you don't like it at first, leave it alone for a while and see how it smells in a few months. you may be surprised! Of note, I like using this one to lend a masculine note to an otherwise too sweet perfume, but since it's still strong, I dilute it first.
Submited By: Patricia from Kirkland, Washington on 10/13/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
Rating:
I love this light patchouli for my soap making. It doesn't discolor and the scent is great. I usually make a white Patchouli Rose soap that is a good seller! You can't find this anywhere else. Also try pairing it with orane or lavender.
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
Rating:
I love this light patchouli for my soap making. It doesn't discolor and the scent is great. I usually make a white Patchouli Rose soap that is a good seller! You can't find this anywhere else. Also try pairing it with orane or lavender.
Submited By: Tusha from Brampton, Ontario on 08/27/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:
Normally Patchouli gives me a headache but Patchouli Light doesn't. I love mixing it with other essential oils when I feel like I need more grounding or want to add an earthy yet not overpowering element to my overall scent.
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:
Normally Patchouli gives me a headache but Patchouli Light doesn't. I love mixing it with other essential oils when I feel like I need more grounding or want to add an earthy yet not overpowering element to my overall scent.
Submited By: Jesse from Toronto, Ontario on 01/30/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:
Overall, patchouli is one of my favourite scents. Unfortunately, many people do not feel that way about patchouli. However, anytime I wear this patchouli, I get a lot of compliments, and seem to hear a lot of sniffing going on around me ! *lol* Like with most patchoulis, a little goes along way, and when I mix it with some South African lavender, I hear even more sniffing going on around me! I've always liked hearing, 'you smell great', but lately, I've been hearing that phrase a lot more. Thanks NDA!
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:
Overall, patchouli is one of my favourite scents. Unfortunately, many people do not feel that way about patchouli. However, anytime I wear this patchouli, I get a lot of compliments, and seem to hear a lot of sniffing going on around me ! *lol* Like with most patchoulis, a little goes along way, and when I mix it with some South African lavender, I hear even more sniffing going on around me! I've always liked hearing, 'you smell great', but lately, I've been hearing that phrase a lot more. Thanks NDA!
Submited By: Heather from Colorado Springs, Colorado on 11/07/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
You know it's quite strange. As a kid I didn't like this scent. But as a soaper I reluctantly bought this after seeing so many others ranting about this. To my suprise this is quite a plesent smell and a staple in a lot of other e/o blends. My customers love this one. Especially paired with a natural honey fragrance!
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
You know it's quite strange. As a kid I didn't like this scent. But as a soaper I reluctantly bought this after seeing so many others ranting about this. To my suprise this is quite a plesent smell and a staple in a lot of other e/o blends. My customers love this one. Especially paired with a natural honey fragrance!
Submited By: Brianne from Canmore, Alberta on 07/20/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:
This Patchouli is lovely, but it does smell very young to me. I did accomodate for this and I ordered a large quantity that I can age myself while I use the rest of my beautiful, complex and old patchouli. I am benefitting from the 'green-ness' of this oil in that I can use much more of it in my skin care applications without that overwhelming, incredibly recognizable "patchouli smell".
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:
This Patchouli is lovely, but it does smell very young to me. I did accomodate for this and I ordered a large quantity that I can age myself while I use the rest of my beautiful, complex and old patchouli. I am benefitting from the 'green-ness' of this oil in that I can use much more of it in my skin care applications without that overwhelming, incredibly recognizable "patchouli smell".
Submited By: Susan from Huntington Station, New York on 04/29/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
Rating:
I wasn't sure what to expect but this is definitely a nice blend of earth and citrus. Very sophisticated. Would be a wonderful base note or diluted in a carrier oil and worn alone. Definitly not for the floral crowd!
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
Rating:
I wasn't sure what to expect but this is definitely a nice blend of earth and citrus. Very sophisticated. Would be a wonderful base note or diluted in a carrier oil and worn alone. Definitly not for the floral crowd!
Submited By: Rabecca from Columbus, Michigan on 12/18/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
Thank my 12.5yr old daughter recently started to break out and she hates the smell of most my oils I use patchouli all the time on my face I have been using YL's brand and found this to be more economical. I like that I have a choice of light my daughter has been using this on her skin and it is clearing up.
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
Thank my 12.5yr old daughter recently started to break out and she hates the smell of most my oils I use patchouli all the time on my face I have been using YL's brand and found this to be more economical. I like that I have a choice of light my daughter has been using this on her skin and it is clearing up.
Submited By: Samatha from Lompoc, California on 08/28/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
This is excellent in my soap and from those who do like the scent of patchouli, I have gotten excellent feedback on this one. Thanks NDA!
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
This is excellent in my soap and from those who do like the scent of patchouli, I have gotten excellent feedback on this one. Thanks NDA!
Submited By: Beth from Cape Charles, Virginia on 08/16/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
Rating:
This is definatly a feel good oil, I love to use this in alot of things.
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
Rating:
This is definatly a feel good oil, I love to use this in alot of things.
Submited By: Joely from Topeka, Kansas on 01/23/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
Rating:
Ahhhhh very nice! I also have the Patchouli Dark - this one is of course LIGHTER - a bit more fresh and less heady.
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
Rating:
Ahhhhh very nice! I also have the Patchouli Dark - this one is of course LIGHTER - a bit more fresh and less heady.
