Patchouli Essential Oil

Benefits of Patchouli Essential Oil

Used in aromatherapy:

• Eases stress, anxiety and fatigue by regulating serotonin. Induces feelings of calm and comfort; 
• Grounds and balances the emotions, clearing the mind and allowing for increased focus and concentration;
• A natural remedy for insomnia; 
• An aphrodisiac which stimulates hormones to increase libido, and remedies impotency and erectile dysfunction;
• Eases the symptoms of respiratory ailments including a cold or flu, asthma, bronchitis, sinus, and pharyngitis. Reduces inflammation, eliminates infections, clears mucus from the nasal passage and respiratory tract, reduces a fever, soothes a sore throat and counteracts any associated pain or discomfort;
• Provides relief from headaches;
• Acts as a tonic to tone the liver, stomach and intestines. Benefits the digestive system and increases metabolism.

Applied Topically:

• Promotes skin renewal and wound healing, in addition to having antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties to ease skin conditions such as acne, eczema, rashes, plus general inflammation, minor skin imperfections, and cracked or chapped skin;
• Increases cell regeneration to effectively counteract the signs of ageing and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. Prevents early sagging of the skin;
• Heals minor skin afflictions such as cuts, scratches and bug bites, facilitates faster wound healing and disinfects wounds to prevent sepsis and infections such as tetanus; 
• Remedies fungal infections;
• Reduces the appearance of scars and blemishes;
• Promotes circulation and is a remedy for cellulite and varicose veins;
• Relieves joint pain, stiff and sore muscles, muscle spasms and other arthritic and inflammatory conditions;
• A body massage can help to fight water retention;
• Repels insects including mosquitoes, ants, flies and fleas;
• A natural deodorant to eliminate body odours.

Note: Essential oils are extremely potent and must always be diluted in a natural oil (such as almond, coconut, grape seed, jojoba oil) before application to the skin, scalp or hair). Ratio: 1 drop to 5ml oil.
Do not ingest.

Application of Patchouli Essential Oil

For aromatherapy: add a few drops to a diffuser or oil burner.
For the treatment of fungus: topical application to the affected area.
For treatment of wounds: topical application to the affected area.
For skin and hair care: apply topically. Or add a few drops to moisturiser, body lotion, shampoo, etc.
For massage: 3 drops in 15-20 ml of base oil

Basic Properties of Patchouli Essential Oil

Analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, antifungal, antioxidant, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, anxiolytic, aphrodisiac, astringent, cicatrisant, cytophylactic, deodorant, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicide, insecticide, neuro-protective, sedative, tonic, vasodilator.

Extraction Method: Steam distillation

Parts Used: Leaves

Aroma: Strong, sweet