Patchouli Facial Moisturizer | Rich Botanical Face Cream for Dry & Combination Skin

At a glance:

Rich botanical facial moisturizer featuring cocoa butter, shea butter, mango butter, green tea extract, vitamin E, and dark patchouli essential oil. Designed to soften skin, replenish moisture, and support a comfortable skin barrier. Earthy, herbal aroma. Size: 1.8 oz / 50 g, packaged in an amber glass jar.

Who it's for:

 Dry or moisture-depleted skin, Combination skin with dry areas, Skin that feels tight after cleansing, Those who prefer a richer facial moisturizer, Botanical skincare lovers, Anyone who enjoys the distinctive earthy aroma of patchouli.

A Little Earthy Magic for Thirsty Skin

Some skincare products come and go.

Others become old friends.

Patchouli Facial Moisturizer is one of Grounded Sage's original creations—a botanical favorite that has earned its place in our collection over the years.

And for good reason.

When your skin feels tight, dry, or like it simply can't hold on to enough moisture, a lightweight hydrator doesn't always feel like enough.

Sometimes you need something a little richer.

A little more comforting.

A little more grounded.

Enter Patchouli.

This creamy facial moisturizer combines cocoa, shea, mango, and cupuaçu butters with plant-derived emollients, vitamin E, green tea extract, and the unmistakable earthy aroma of dark patchouli essential oil.

The result is a nourishing moisturizer designed to soften skin, help reduce moisture loss, and leave your complexion feeling comfortable and cared for.

Rich botanical goodness, without the complicated skincare ritual.

Because sometimes the classics really do know best.

Scent Profile

Earthy • Deep • Herbal • Grounding

Dark patchouli essential oil gives this moisturizer its distinctive warm, earthy aroma.

No added perfume or fragrance oils—just the naturally aromatic character of patchouli.

Please note: This product contains essential oil and is not fragrance-free.

Why You'll Love It

• Rich botanical moisture: Features cocoa, shea, mango, and cupuaçu butters.

• Supports the moisture barrier: Emollient ingredients help soften skin and reduce moisture loss.

• Comforting cream texture: A lovely option when lightweight gels don't feel moisturizing enough.

• Vitamin E and green tea extract: Add antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredients to the formula.

• Plant-derived emollients: Help leave skin feeling soft and supple.

• Distinctive patchouli aroma: Naturally scented with dark patchouli essential oil.

• A Grounded Sage original: One of our longstanding botanical skincare favorites.

• No added perfume or fragrance oils: The scent comes from essential oil.

Key Botanical Ingredients

Patchouli Essential Oil — Earthy Botanical Character

Patchouli is known for its distinctive deep, earthy aroma and long history in aromatic and botanical preparations.

It gives this moisturizer its signature scent and makes it a favorite for those who love grounding, herbal fragrances.

Shea Butter — Rich, Comforting Moisture

Shea butter contains fatty acids that help soften and condition the skin.

It's a familiar favorite in rich moisturizers designed to leave dry-feeling skin comfortable.

Cocoa Butter — Botanical Softness

Cocoa butter is a nourishing emollient that helps smooth and soften the skin.

Its rich texture contributes to the moisturizer's comforting feel.

Mango Butter — A Little Tropical Nourishment

Mango seed butter is valued for its skin-conditioning properties and helps create a creamy, spreadable texture.

Green Tea Extract — Antioxidant Botanical Support

Green tea contains naturally occurring polyphenols and is commonly used in skincare for its antioxidant properties.

Vitamin E — Skin-Conditioning Antioxidant

Tocopherol, or vitamin E, is a familiar antioxidant ingredient that also helps condition the skin.

Why Your Skin's Moisture Barrier Matters

Your skin's outermost layer helps keep moisture in and environmental irritants out.

When that barrier isn't functioning at its best, skin can feel tight, rough, or uncomfortable.

Moisturizers help by combining ingredients that attract water, soften the skin, and reduce moisture loss.

Patchouli Facial Moisturizer brings together a blend of botanical butters, oils, and skin-conditioning ingredients to support that everyday moisturizing routine.

It's especially lovely when your skin is craving something richer than a lightweight gel.

Is a Rich Moisturizer Right for Combination Skin?

It can be!

Combination skin doesn't always need the same amount of moisture everywhere.

If your cheeks feel dry but your T-zone tends to be oily, try applying a little more Patchouli Facial Moisturizer to the areas that need it and a lighter amount elsewhere.

You can also reserve it for evenings or colder, drier weather when your skin prefers a richer texture.

The best moisturizer is one that leaves your skin feeling comfortable—not necessarily the lightest or richest formula on the shelf.

How to Use

1. Cleanse your face with your favorite Grounded Sage facial cleanser.

2. Apply a hydrating mist, toner, or serum if desired.

3. Massage approximately a pea-sized amount of Patchouli Facial Moisturizer over your face and neck.

4. Add a little more to areas that feel especially dry.

Use morning and/or evening according to your skin's needs.

Helpful tip: Apply to slightly damp skin after your hydrating products to help maintain a comfortable, moisturized feel.

Daytime tip: Finish your morning skincare routine with broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher sunscreen.

Sensitive-skin note: This moisturizer contains patchouli essential oil. Patch test before use, particularly if you're sensitive to essential oils or aromatic botanical ingredients.

A Grounded Sage Classic

There is something special about a product that has been part of a collection from the beginning.

Patchouli Facial Moisturizer is a little piece of Grounded Sage history, created around the idea that botanical skincare can feel both nourishing and wonderfully uncomplicated.

With its rich plant butters, earthy aroma, and comforting cream texture, it's a reminder that caring for your skin can be a simple, grounding ritual.

A little moisture.

A little patchouli.

A little time for yourself.

Use It With...

• Calendula & Cucumber Facial Cleanser for a gentle, creamy cleansing step.

• Emollient Facial Cleanser for a richer cleansing experience.

• Hydrating Tremella Facial Moisturizer as an alternative when you prefer a different moisturizing texture.

• Calendula & Oat Facial Moisturizer for customers who prefer a moisturizer without added essential oils.

Full Ingredients

Deionized Water (and) Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter (and) Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil (and) Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) (and) Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter (and) Palm Stearic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil (and) Propanediol (Zemea®) (and) Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate (and) Tocopherol (Vitamin E) (and) Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Glycerine (Vegetable) (and) Xanthan Gum (and) Glyceryl Caprylate (and) Sodium Levulinate (and) Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Lactobacillus Ferment & Lactobacillus & Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract.

Ingredient notes:

• Contains titanium dioxide as an ingredient; this does not establish SPF protection.

• Individual skin responses to rich plant butters and essential oils can vary.

When to use in routine:

Moisturizing step, after cleansing, toners, hydrators, and water-based serums.

Size & Packaging:

1.8 oz / 50 g, packaged in an amber glass jar.

Shipping:

Based in Logan, Utah. Order online for shipping throughout the US and Canada.