Aromatherapy Essential Oil of Patchouli

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Essential Oil of Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin) Abbr: Pat    [to top of page]
A perennial bushy herb that grows up to one metre tall with a sturdy, hairy stem; large, fragrant, furry leaves; and white flowers that have a purple hue.
Note: Base.
Odour of Essential Oil of Patchouli: Sweet, rich, herbaceous, earthy or musky odour.
Colour of Essential Oil of Patchouli: Amber to dark orange.
Source of Essential Oil of Patchouli: Dried leaves and dried flowering herb.
Method of Extraction of Patchouli: Steam distillation.
Properties of Essential Oil of Patchouli: Antibacterial, Antidepressant, Antiemetic, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Antitoxic, Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Deodorant, Digestive, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Fungicide, Insecticide, Stimulant.
Actions of Essential Oil of Patchouli: Anti-depressant, aphrodisiac, calming, insect repellent, skin balancing, tissue regeneration, tonic - general.
Circulatory: Edema, fluid retention.
Digestion: Appetite - excessive, constipation, diarrhea.
Endocrine: Obesity.
Genito-Urinary: Fluid retention, thrush.
Immune: Fever.
Lymphatic: Lymph congestion, toxicity, water retention.
Muscular: Aches and pains, backache, sprains, strains.
Nervous: Anxiety, depression, stress related problems.
Reproduction: Aphrodisiac, frigidity, impotence, libido - depressed.
Skeletal: Joint inflammations.
Skin: Acne, athletes foot, boils, dermatitis, eczema, fungal infection, psoriasis, scalp disorders, skin disorders, skin rejuvenation, tissue regeneration, wrinkles.
Medical Terms: Dermatitis, dysentery, eczema.
Mental/Emotional Symptoms: Anxiety, aphrodisiac, balances, calming, centering, depression, frigidity, grounding, impotence, tension.
Contra-Indications for Patchouli: May cause loss of apetite. May irritate sensitive skin.
Comments on Patchouli: Originally from India, Patchouli has a long history of medical use in China, Japan and Malaya for colds, headaches, nausea, diarrhea and halitosis.~Patchouli is an excellent fixative, making perfumes last longer, and is particularly good for aging skin, as well as other skin problems.~People seem to either love or hate the aroma of Patchouli.~Often they associate the smell with the '70's, and the memory of that time triggers their reaction.~It is the rich, musky scent that makes Patchouli such a popular aphrodisiac.

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