Product Description
PATCHOULI OIL
Botanical Name:
Pogostemon cablin (this is considered to be the superior variety)
Common Method Of Extraction:
Steam distilled from the young leaves.
Aroma:
Rich, sweet, spicy and musky. (It has an oriental feel.)
Note:
Base
Blends Well With:
Lavender, bergamot, clary sage, frankincense, cedar, sandalwood, geranium, ylang ylang
rose
Properties:
Anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, astringent, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, deodorant, sedative,
tonic
Mind, Spirit and Body:
Patchouli essential oil is great for reducing anxiety, stress and depression......It has a
balancing effect on the emotions and is often used in relaxation and for meditation. Try a few
drops in a diffuser, alone or in a blend.
A good oil to use in aromatherapy massage to help the fight against cellulite and wrinkles.
Use in a carrier oil for a gentle massage on the face and body to help tone your skin.
Make sure you have some in your aromatherapy first aid kit....helps soothe cuts, scrapes
and sores and aids scarring. Also great for athletes foot, acne and insect bites! Once diluted
in a carrier oil it can be applied directly to the injury.
It is thought that patchouli may diminish the appetite.
It is a natural insect repellant........it has been used in India for hundreds of years to protect
the fabrics of shawls and blankets!
It is good for your hair and can be used to treat dandruff.
Patchouli is a deodorant so can be used to help with body odours.
Use it in potpourris between sheets to keep bedbugs away!
Put a few drops in your bath......as well as lifting your mood it can help with skin and scalp
complaints!
Skin:
The skincare value of patchouli is wonderful! It helps break down cellulite and stimulates the
growth of new skin cells. This means it speeds up healing and helps prevent scarring. Try
using patchouli in unscented creams and lotions for general skincare.
Precautions:
No known precautions.
Our Essential/Carrier Oils are, 100% natural and pure
(undiluted/uncut) therapeuticgrade
No fillers, additives, bases or carriers added. These high quality oils are excellent for
Aromatherapy, skin and hair care.
How to use:
This powerful essential oil can be diluted with carrier oils and used as a topical application or for a relaxing Ayurvedic massage. Few drops of oil can be added to potpourris, vaporizers, candles or diffusers for combating germs in the air and protecting the environment naturally. It can also be added to your bath tub for an aromatic, healing, stimulating and energizing bath.
