INCI name

POGOSTEMON CABLIN LEAF OIL

Patchouli oil

Fragrancereviewed

An essential oil from patchouli leaves used as a fragrance.

What it is

Pogostemon cablin leaf oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves of patchouli, Pogostemon cablin. CosIng lists it as a fragrance ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in perfumes, perfumed body care products, soaps, hair products and massage oils.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches and suppliers; the label does not show individual constituents.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (12)

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