Patchouli (India, Wildcrafted)

Description

Botanical Name: Pogostemon cablin
Origin: India

About Patchouli Essential Oil

• Used for centuries in perfumery for it’s aphrodisiac and anti-depressive properties
• Excellent for skincare as it’s naturally healing
• A known fixative, can be used in bug repellents as well as in mouthwash

How to Use Patchouli Essential Oil

• Insect repellent
  4 drops Patchouli
  5 drops Cedarwood
  3 drops Eucalyptus, citriodora
  2 drops Rose Geranium

Other Ways to Use Patchouli Essential Oil

• As an antiseptic mouthwash: Mix with Tea Tree
• As a “Yoga” blend for the diffuser or to apply on your feet:
  2 drops Patchouli
  5 drops Grapefruit
  To make this a blend for your feet, add above to 15 mL of Jojoba or Olive oil and massage before yoga or meditation

Uses in Ayurveda

• Vata and Pitta Decreasing
• Kapha increasing

Aromatic Profile & Product Details

Earthy and exotic. Used as a sensual aroma that is warmly radiant. A nourishing skin ‘balm’ type of oil. So thick, it’s an excellent fixative for lighter notes.

Blends Well With

• Lavender
• Mandarin
• Grapefruit
• Jasmine
• Lemon
• Juniper Berry

Safety Considerations

BEWARE of imitation fragrances of Patchouli. Non-toxic, non-irritating.

History / Facts of Patchouli Essential Oil

Historically known as “The Hippie Oil” because of it’s earthy aroma.

It could cover up the smell of ‘mysterious scents & smoke’

Can be used as a moth repellent!