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Pogostemon cablin
8-18€ / 10ml
Patchouli is native to Southeast Asia, where it has been used for centuries as an insecticide to protect textiles from moths. When the first Indian fabrics arrived in Europe in the 19th century, their patchouli scent became synonymous with luxury and exoticism. In the 1960s-70s, it became the olfactory emblem of the hippie movement and flower power. Today, it is one of the most used base notes in luxury perfumery.
Patchouli is one of the rare essential oils whose scent improves with aging -- like a fine wine. A 10-year-old patchouli is more refined and sought after than a fresh one. It is also one of the most viscous essential oils, making it difficult to dose with a dropper. Patchoulol, its main molecule, is a sesquiterpene with remarkable vein-tonic properties.
Les propriétés listées reposent sur des études in vitro et/ou un usage traditionnel. Sauf mention contraire, elles n'ont pas été validées par des essais cliniques humains rigoureux. Ces informations ne constituent pas un avis médical.
Venous tonic
Traditional use
Anti-inflammatory
Traditional use
Healing
Traditional use
Patchouli is used mainly for its vein-tonic properties (heavy legs, hemorrhoids, varicose veins) diluted to 3-5% in massage. In skincare, it helps with healing and regeneration of mature skin. In natural perfumery, it is an essential base note -- a few drops suffice as its scent is very persistent. Use sparingly.
Adapté à la diffusion atmosphérique. 3-5 gouttes, 15-20 min maximum par heure. Ne pas diffuser en continu.
Diluer dans une huile végétale avant application. Respecter les dosages recommandés selon la zone et le public.
Non recommandé par voie orale. Utiliser exclusivement par voie cutanée ou en diffusion.
Les huiles essentielles suivantes se combinent particuli\u00e8rement bien avec patchouli pour renforcer ou compl\u00e9ter ses effets :
Yes, it is a recognized skin regenerator: anti-wrinkle, healing, anti-inflammatory for the skin. Patchoulol has decongestant properties for veins. Add 2-3 drops to a night cream or to rosehip carrier oil.
In the 1960s-70s, patchouli was used to mask the smell of cannabis and as a symbol of Orientalist counterculture. Its earthy, musky scent evoked India and travel. Today, it has made a comeback in niche perfumery.
Yes, it is one of the rare essential oils that improve with aging, like a fine wine. Fresh patchouli is greener and sharper. After a few years, it becomes rounder, deeper and more elegant. Some distillers sell patchouli aged 5 or 10 years.
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