Patchouli

Patchouli Pogostemon Cablin

Patchouli is sought after for its antiseptic properties and aromatherapists recognize Patchouli as antidepressant, deodorant, sedative, fungicide & anti-inflammatory. It also has diuretic properties which make it useful in cases of fluid retention and cellulite. It helps stimulate renewal of skin cells, assist in healing rough, cracked skin, sores and wounds. It also has uplifting and calming properties that help control depression; anxiety and most stress related emotions. In aromatherapy, Patchouli is an excellent fixative that can help extend other, more expensive oils. In the perfumery industry, it is interesting to note that Patchouli improves with age, and that the aged product is what is preferred over freshly harvested.

This oil has a persistent, musky, earthy, exotic aroma. Soothes and uplifts the spirit. Is soothing to the skin and is reported to be especially good for mature skin. Useful in protecting dry, mature or blemished skin, Sensual properties, Musky aroma lingers. Use on scalp for dandruff. Used in the East to scent linen and clothes and to repel fleas and lice. Can prevent sleep with its nerve stimulating properties.

Origin: India

Source: leaves

Production Method: steam distilled

Aromatherapy Class: soothing, toning

Aroma Type: woodsy

Skin Type: oily

Perfume Note: base

Traditional Uses: antiseptic, antidepressant, deodorant, sedative, fungicide, anti-inflammatory, diuretic

Other Uses: n/a

Blends: labdanum, vetiver, sandalwood, cedarwood, geranium, clove, lavender, rose, neroli, bergamot, myrrh, clary sage

Main Constituents: patchoulil, pogostol, bulnesol, nor patchoulenol, bulnese, patchoulene

Cautions: none known