Patchouli Essential Oil
$10.99
10 ml
An earthy massage or bath oil: Patchouli and a little Ylang Ylang in Jojoba.
Patchouli with Bergamot in a Jojoba roll-on: deep and earthy under a citrus top. Enough for three rollers.
An earthy soy candle: Patchouli with Grapefruit and Cedarwood.
A whipped body butter: shea, Jojoba, Patchouli and Egyptian Geranium.
What it's for
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- Mix. 8 Patchouli + 4 Ylang Ylang in 30 ml Jojoba
- Massage. Warm a little in your hands first
- Bath. 1 tbsp of the mix in running water
- Mix. 8 Patchouli + 2 Bergamot in 30 ml Jojoba
- Roll. On skin your clothes will cover
- Rest. 2 days before you wear it
- Melt. 100 g soy wax, off the heat at 85°C (185°F)
- Scent. 2 ml Patchouli + 2.5 ml Grapefruit + 1.5 ml Cedarwood
- Rest. 48 hours before the first burn
- Melt. 40 g shea butter with 20 ml Jojoba
- Scent. 10 Patchouli + 14 Egyptian Geranium
- Whip. Chill 20 minutes, then whip until fluffy
Patchouli Essential Oil
Often bought together
Pairs well with Patchouli
The routine, step by step
Patchouli & Ylang Ylang body oil
30 ml · about 2% scent
Use it safely. Patchouli can irritate sensitive skin: mix into a carrier oil or butter and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours first. Keep away from eyes, children and pets. Avoid Clary Sage if pregnant or breastfeeding. With Bergamot in the roll-on, avoid sun on that skin for 12 hours. Never leave a lit candle alone.
What you need
- 8 drops Patchouli Comes with the routines
- 4 drops Ylang Ylang Comes with the routines
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) Jojoba Comes with the routines
You'll also need
- A small glass bottle or jar
- A pipette or funnel
Steps
- Pour 30 ml of Jojoba into a clean glass bottle.
- Add 8 drops of Patchouli and 4 of Ylang Ylang. Close and shake.
- For a massage, warm a teaspoon between your hands before it goes on skin.
- For a bath, stir a tablespoon of the mixed oil into the running water. Never drop essential oils straight into bath water: they float on top.
- Patch test on your inner arm 24 hours before the first use.
With the Complete make a second oil: 30 ml jojoba with 8 drops Lavender and 2 drops Vetiver plus 4 drops of Patchouli.
With the Collection a third oil: 30 ml jojoba with 8 drops Sandalwood and 4 drops Marjoram plus 3 drops of Patchouli.
The routine, step by step
Patchouli & Bergamot roll-on
30 ml · fills three 10 ml rollers · about 1.7% scent
Use it safely. Patchouli can irritate sensitive skin: mix into a carrier oil or butter and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours first. Keep away from eyes, children and pets. Avoid Clary Sage if pregnant or breastfeeding. With Bergamot in the roll-on, avoid sun on that skin for 12 hours. Never leave a lit candle alone.
What you need
- 8 drops Patchouli Comes with the routines
- 2 drops Bergamot Comes with the routines
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) Jojoba Comes with the routines
You'll also need
- A small glass bottle to mix in
- Three 10 ml glass roller bottles
- A small funnel or pipette
Steps
- Pour 30 ml of Jojoba into a small glass bottle.
- Add 8 drops of Patchouli and 2 of Bergamot. Close and shake.
- Leave it for 2 days so the scent settles, then fill three 10 ml roller bottles.
- Roll onto skin your clothes will cover, like the inner elbow or chest. If your roll-on has Bergamot in it, keep that skin out of the sun for 12 hours: Bergamot reacts with sunlight.
- Patch test on your inner arm 24 hours before the first use.
With the Complete make a second roller: 10 ml jojoba with 3 drops Sandalwood and 1 drop Ylang Ylang plus 2 drops of Patchouli.
With the Collection a third roller with 1 drop Rose Otto and 1 drop Pink Pepper plus 2 drops of Patchouli in 10 ml jojoba.
The routine, step by step
Patchouli & Grapefruit soy candle
One 120 ml candle tin · about 5% scent
Use it safely. Patchouli can irritate sensitive skin: mix into a carrier oil or butter and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours first. Keep away from eyes, children and pets. Avoid Clary Sage if pregnant or breastfeeding. With Bergamot in the roll-on, avoid sun on that skin for 12 hours. Never leave a lit candle alone.
What you need
- 2 ml Patchouli Comes with the routines
- 2.5 ml Grapefruit Comes with the routines
- 1.5 ml Cedarwood Comes with the routines
You'll also need
- 100 g soy wax
- A cotton wick and a 120 ml tin
- A thermometer and a heatproof jug
Steps
- Fix the wick to the bottom of the tin.
- Melt 100 g of soy wax in a heatproof jug over simmering water.
- Take it off the heat at 85°C (185°F). Stir in 2 ml of Patchouli, 2.5 ml of Grapefruit and 1.5 ml of Cedarwood for 2 minutes.
- Pour into the tin, keep the wick straight, and leave to set at room temperature.
- Wait 48 hours before the first burn. Trim the wick to 5 mm, and never leave a lit candle alone.
With the Complete make bar soap: 250 g melt-and-pour base with 25 drops Organic Lavender and 10 drops Juniper Berry plus 15 drops of Patchouli.
With the Collection a spiced candle: 100 g soy wax with 2 ml Cardamom and 1.5 ml Black Pepper plus 2.5 ml of Patchouli.
The routine, step by step
Patchouli & Egyptian Geranium body butter
About 60 g · about 2% scent
Use it safely. Patchouli can irritate sensitive skin: mix into a carrier oil or butter and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours first. Keep away from eyes, children and pets. Avoid Clary Sage if pregnant or breastfeeding. With Bergamot in the roll-on, avoid sun on that skin for 12 hours. Never leave a lit candle alone.
What you need
- 10 drops Patchouli Comes with the routines
- 14 drops Egyptian Geranium Comes with the routines
- 20 ml (4 tsp) Jojoba Comes with the routines
You'll also need
- 40 g shea butter
- A bowl over simmering water
- A hand mixer and a 60 ml jar
Steps
- Melt 40 g of shea butter with 20 ml of Jojoba in a bowl over simmering water.
- Take it off the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Stir in 10 drops of Patchouli and 14 of Egyptian Geranium.
- Chill for 20 minutes, until it starts to firm at the edges, then whip with a hand mixer for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Spoon into a clean jar. Patch test on your inner arm 24 hours before the first use.
With the Complete make a second butter, same base, with 12 drops Sandalwood and 6 drops Clary Sage plus 6 drops of Patchouli.
With the Collection a richer one, same base, with 10 drops Frankincense and 6 drops Rose Otto plus 8 drops of Patchouli.
Why Gya
| Feature | Gya Labs Patchouli | Ready-made patchouli perfume |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Steam-distilled oil from patchouli leaves | Patchouli plus other notes, already diluted |
| Strength | Undiluted: mix it into a carrier first | Ready to wear |
| Made for | Your own roll-ons, soap, candles, body butter | Wearing as it is |
Product details
- Botanical name
- Pogostemon cablin
- Method
- Steam-distilled from the leaves
- Origin
- Indonesia
Patchouli is also used for
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About massage & bath
Can I add patchouli straight to my bath?
No. Essential oils don't mix with water and sit on top in neat drops. Mix them into a carrier oil first, then add a tablespoon of the mix.
Why so little Ylang Ylang?
It's strong. Four drops of Ylang Ylang in 30 ml is about 0.7%, under the 0.8% limit for skin.
Will the bath be slippery?
A little. Rinse the tub after and take care getting out.
About perfume & roll-on blends
Why so little citrus?
Only 2 drops of Bergamot in 30 ml. Bergamot reacts with sunlight, so on skin it stays under 0.4%.
Can I wear it in the sun?
Wear it on skin your clothes cover. If your roll-on has Bergamot in it, keep that skin out of the sun for 12 hours: Bergamot reacts with sunlight.
Why only 2 drops of Patchouli in the second and third rollers?
It's strong and lasts a long time on skin. Two drops in 10 ml sit well under the other oils.
About soap & candle making
How many drops is 2 ml?
About 40 drops. The candle uses 2 ml of Patchouli.
Why does my candle smell faint?
Essential oils are softer in wax than fragrance oils. Give it the full 48 hours before the first burn.
About balms, butters & lip care
Will it melt in summer?
It softens in a warm room. Keep it somewhere cool and give it a stir.
How long does it keep?
Use it within 6 months. Keep it in a cool, dark place, keep water out, and use clean, dry hands or a spoon.
Everything else
Which patchouli is this?
Pogostemon cablin, steam-distilled from the leaves and sourced from Indonesia.
Can I put it straight on my skin?
No. Patchouli can irritate sensitive skin. Mix it into a carrier oil or butter first and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours before.
Which size should I pick?
Most people pick Complete. Routines over $50 ship free, and over $75 they also get a free Eucalyptus. The Starter is the three items one recipe needs; the Collection adds two more.
Do I save when I buy more than one?
Yes, on everything in your cart: 2 items 10% off, 3 to 5 items 15% off, 6 or more 20% off. It's applied automatically.
When does my order ship free?
When the products in your cart come to $50 or more after discounts. A free Eucalyptus is added at $75 and a free Lemon at $95. Shipping Protection doesn't count toward these.
What if I don't like it?
Love it or your money back within 30 days.