Latin Name: Pogostemon Cablin
General Description: This very important perfume oil originated in the Philippine Islands and Indonesia where the bulk of today's Patchouli Oil is still produced. It was made popular in its perfuming of Indian shawls and is believed to help prevent the spread of disease. It is also used in China, Japan and Malaysia as a herbal remedy to suppress numerous ailments including headaches and bad breath. The oil is primarily used in cosmetics, soaps, perfumes and the food industry. Reaction to its exotic hot and heavy perfume varies from apprehension to immense pleasure. Patchouli blends well with labdanum, sandalwood, cedarwood, oakmoss, rose, orange blossom, bergamot, cassia, myrrh, opopanax, and clary sage. Patchouli is believed to have many qualities and has a very distinctive fragrance.
How It's Made: The steam distillation of the dried leaves usually after fermentation produces the oil.
Properties:
Skin: Relieves Skin Irritation, Reduces Acne, Helps with Dermatitis, Helps Get Rid of Wrinkles, Helps with Dandruff, Helps with Sores, Helps with Fungal Infections, Helps with Impetigo
Nervous System: Helps with Stress-Related Disorders, Helps with Nervous Strain, Reduces Frigidity
Immune System: Battles Common Cold and Influenza
Digestive: Reduces Nausea, Helps with Diarrhea
Respiratory: Remedy for Asthma, Blends Well With Angelica Root
Safety Guidelines: This oil is non-toxic and will not irritate or sensitize the
skin. Patchouli should not be used directly on the skin. The oil should first be mixed with a diluting or carrier oil.
