Patchouli oil is a natural essential oil extracted from the leaves and stems of the Pogostemon cablin plant, native to Southeast Asia. It is renowned for its rich, earthy, and woody aroma, making it a staple in the fragrance industry. The oil is obtained through steam distillation of the dried plant material. Patchouli oil is rich in sesquiterpene alcohols and hydrocarbons. Patchouli is most popularly used as an essential oil, which is derived from only 2 of the 40 species of the plant. Key constituents include: (Patchoulol (Patchouli Alcohol): 24–46% α-Bulnesene: 13–35% α-Guaiene: 15–22% Seychellene: ~10% α-Patchoulene: 9–12% β-Patchoulene: 2–4% β-Caryophyllene: ~4%)
Patchouli oil is a natural essential oil extracted from the leaves and stems of the Pogostemon cablin plant, native to Southeast Asia. It is renowned for its rich, earthy, and woody aroma, making it a staple in the fragrance industry. The oil is obtained through steam distillation of the dried plant material. Patchouli oil is rich in sesquiterpene alcohols and hydrocarbons. Patchouli is most popularly used as an essential oil, which is derived from only 2 of the 40 species of the plant. Key constituents include: (Patchoulol (Patchouli Alcohol): 24–46% α-Bulnesene: 13–35% α-Guaiene: 15–22% Seychellene: ~10% α-Patchoulene: 9–12% β-Patchoulene: 2–4% β-Caryophyllene: ~4%)
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Flavors & Fragrances
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Essential Oils
Natural Aromas
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Chemical Properties & Specifications
Widely used as a base note in perfumes for its long-lasting aroma.
Employed for its calming and grounding effects.
Incorporated into soaps, lotions, and hair care products for fragrance and potential skin benefits.
Used in incense sticks and cones for its distinctive scent.
Patchouli oil is derived from the Pogostemon cablin plant, primarily cultivated in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, the Philippines, and India.
The oil is extracted through steam distillation of the dried leaves and stems of the plant.
It is extensively used in perfumery, aromatherapy, cosmetics, and incense products.
It's advisable to dilute patchouli oil with a carrier oil before topical application to prevent potential skin irritation.
In aromatherapy, patchouli oil is believed to have calming effects and may help alleviate stress and anxiety.
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