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Patchouli
Oil
Patchouli has been used for centuries in southern Asia and the
Far East. It was primarily used as incense, body and garment perfume.
It became known by Europeans during the 1700's by way of Asian silk
traders. The scent of Patchouli was used by the traders as a method
of preventing moths from laying their eggs on the cloth. It is thought
that this association with exquisite eastern goods is why patchouli
was considered by Europeans of that era to be a luxurious scent.
This trend has continued to the present day in modern perfumery.
| Essential Oil |
Patchouli Oil |
| Botanical Name |
Pogostemon Patchouli |
| Origin |
China, Indonesia, Japan, Madagascar |
| Fragrance |
Balsamic, earthy, spicy, sweet, woodsy |
| Aromatic Benefits |
Aphrodisiac, anxiety, calming, clearing, concentration, exhaustion,
relaxing, self-hypnosis, soothing, stress |
| Physical Uses |
Acne, antibiotic, antidepressant, antifungal, antiinfectious,
antiinflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, athlete's foot, carminative,
cellulite, constipation, dandruff, deodorant, diuretic, dry
skin, fixative, ganglion, jock itch, lower abdominal pain, nervine,
normal skin, oily skin, seborrhea, thrush, wrinkles |
| Precautions |
Do not take internally. |
| Note |
This information is not intended to replace the care of a qualified physician or aromatherapist
and is for informational purposes only. The applications mentioned above can not be guaranteed to
work for everyone and the information should not be taken as being absolute. |
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