Patchouli is an iconic reference in natural perfumery. Its earthy, sensual, and warm trail makes it a major base ingredient in woody, amber, oriental, and gourmand accords. It provides fixation, depth, and elegance to blends. In natural cosmetics, it is valued for its enveloping character and traditional use in mature skin care and relaxing massages.

Properties (indications)

Information intended for formulators. Not a therapeutic claim for finished products.

• Balancing & skin toning (traditional)
  Sometimes used in care for combination or marked skin.
• Olfactory relaxing
  Deep, calming, and harmonizing note.
• Natural fixative
  Extends the longevity of natural perfumes.
• Sensual & woody olfactory signature
  Essential in oriental and wellness blends.

Applications

Facial & body cosmetics

• Mature & marked skin care (low dosages)
• Relaxing body oils, balancing massage
• Sensory cosmetics for fall/winter

Spa & ambiance

• Grounding mists and diffusion oils
• Earth-wood-amber candles

Natural perfumery

• Deep woody heart/base note
• Oriental, leathery, amber, gourmand accords
• Excellent aromatic fixative

Formulation integration

• Indicative dosage: 0.1% to 1%
• Carriers: rich vegetable oils, butters, alcohol bases, waxes
• Aromatic synergies: vanilla, sandalwood, vetiver, sweet orange, ylang-ylang, labdanum, rose, bergamot

Precautions for use

• Use diluted
• May slightly darken some oil-based formulas
• Patch test recommended
• Not recommended for pregnant/breastfeeding women & young children (traditional guidance)