Pogostemon cablin · distilled from shade-dried, fermented leaves · bottled 100% pure and undiluted
Dark, Earthy, Certified Organic
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Our patchouli oil is steam-distilled from the fermented, shade-dried leaves of organically grown Pogostemon cablin. Expect a deep, earthy, wine-like aroma with notes of damp forest floor and aged wood that only grows richer and rounder the longer the bottle sits.
Ages like fine wine: a bottle set aside for a year turns noticeably rounder and deeper, so many buyers purchase two bottles at once.
Verified for purity: every bottle is 100% pure and undiluted, backed by our published Certificate of Analysis.
Ten sizes available: order anywhere from a 0.5 oz sample bottle up to 400 lbs for full-scale production.
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✓ 100% Pure & Undiluted🌿 Cruelty-Free🧪 No Additives or Fillers
Leaves, shade-dried and lightly fermented before distillation
Extraction Method
Steam-distilled from Pogostemon cablin leaves
Aroma Profile
Deep, earthy, and wine-like, with notes of damp forest floor, cocoa, and aged wood
Perfumery Note
Base note and natural fixative
Blends Well With
Rose, geranium, bergamot, sandalwood, and cedarwood
Shelf Life & Storage
Typically stable for 6 to 8 years; store in a cool, dark place away from heat and light
Aging Character
Mellows and rounds out with time, growing noticeably smoother after about a year in the bottle
Buying Patchouli in Bulk
We happily fill bulk orders for organic patchouli oil, and every size, from a 0.5 oz sample to a 400 lb drum, is poured from the same standard. Formulators, soap and candle makers, and resellers are all welcome to order direct.
As a heavy base note, a few drops of our patchouli oil settle to the bottom of a diffuser blend and hold lighter florals and citrus in place for hours.
Patchouli oil is a concentrated botanical extract meant for aromatic and cosmetic use only, never internal use. For skin application, dilute to 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil and patch test first. Keep away from eyes, children, and pets, and store the bottle in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this patchouli oil pure, and where can I see proof? ▾
Yes. Our patchouli oil is bottled 100% pure and undiluted, with nothing added to stretch it. You can review the results yourself in our published Certificate of Analysis, which we make available for every batch we bottle.
What plant does this oil come from, and is it different from 'dark' patchouli? ▾
Our oil is distilled entirely from Pogostemon cablin, the same species behind both light and dark patchouli. The darker character in this bottle comes from the fermented leaves used in distillation, not a different plant, so you're getting one true patchouli, just processed for depth.
What does patchouli smell like, and what pairs well with it? ▾
Expect a deep, earthy, wine-like aroma with hints of damp forest floor, cocoa, and aged wood. As a base note, it anchors lighter oils beautifully, especially rose, geranium, bergamot, and sandalwood, giving a blend weight and staying power long after the top notes fade.
How much should I dilute patchouli oil before putting it on skin? ▾
Dilute patchouli oil to between 0.5% and 2% in a carrier oil before any skin application, and always patch test on a small area first. It's a concentrated botanical, so a little goes a long way in a massage oil or homemade skincare blend.
What sizes do you offer, and do you sell wholesale? ▾
We offer ten sizes of this same patchouli oil, starting at 0.5 oz and scaling all the way up to 400 lbs, so hobbyists and large-scale formulators shop from the same bottle. The larger sizes are effectively our wholesale tier, no separate account needed.
Does the price per ounce always drop as I buy bigger sizes? ▾
Pricing doesn't follow a strict always-lower-per-ounce curve as sizes increase. What we can say is that bulk sizes, from 5 lbs up through 400 lbs, are genuinely available for formulators and resellers who need volume, so check the size options above for what fits your project.
Which size should I start with? ▾
The 0.5 oz or 1 oz bottle is plenty for testing the aroma or a first small project. Reach for 2 oz to 8 oz for regular soap, candle, or perfume making, and step up to 16 oz or the pound-plus sizes once you're formulating in real production quantities.
How fast does my order ship? ▾
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days. Bulk sizes of 5 lbs and up may need a little extra handling time before they leave our facility, so factor that in for large orders. Checkout runs through our Shopify store, so you'll get standard order and tracking confirmations by email.
Why do perfumers rely on patchouli as a fixative? ▾
Patchouli's heavy, slow-evaporating molecules let it sit at the base of a fragrance and hold lighter notes in place, which is why it anchors so many rose, geranium, and sandalwood blends. It's also one of the few oils that genuinely improves with age, growing rounder and smoother the longer the bottle sits.
