Patchouli
Patchouli essential oil
INCI name:
Pogostemon cablin oil
Part(s) used
Leaf
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Toning
Clarins' sourcing
- Indonesia
The power of plants
The unassuming patchouli originates from Southeast Asia, where it is held in very high regard. The privilege of holy men in India, for many it symbolises love, fertility and prosperity. Prized by English traders in the 19th century, patchouli leaves were used to wrap precious cargos of cashmere and silk to protect them from moths. In the field of perfumery, the essential oil extracted from patchouli leaves is popular for its powerful spicy, amber and musk fragrance.
Skincare benefits of Patchouli essential oil
Patchouli essential oil is traditionally used for its toning and revitalizing properties.
