Essential Oil Patchouli

Patchouli Essential Oil is often used in perfumery as it can act as a natural fixative.

It's thought to be good for Anti-cellulite preparations.Patchouli is also a good insecticide which can be applied to help sooth insect bites. It can also be used to help combat dandruff (try adding a few drops to your hair conditioner or create your own by blending it with our Amphora Aromatherapy Conditioner Base).

Patchouli also makes for a useful skin tonic and astringent when diluted. When applied to scaly skin in a suitable Carrier Oil it can help with the regeneration of new cells.

Pachouli has also been widely used as a deodarant.

Oil properties

The volatile oil obatined by steam distillation of the dried fermented leaves. Musky, sweet, persistent fragrance.