Patchouli -
Patchouli essential
oil (Pogostemon cablin) has been popular for decades... Its aroma is very rich
and earthy, with an herbal and balsamic scent.
Primary Benefits
§ Grounding, balancing effect on emotions
§ Promotes a smooth, glowing complexion
§ Reduces the appearance of wrinkles, scars,
and stretch marks
Emotional Benefits
Emotionally, patchouli essential oil is also
said to connect one to their own body, helping a person release patterns of
shame or "not enough-ness", and feel more self-love and acceptance
towards their physical self. It does this by acting as a grounding support,
helping you to reconnect with and settle into your body. In this way it
compliments exercises that encourage body mindfulness, such as tai chi or yoga
asanas. It can also help to relieve anxiety or stress, the things we often feel
when we begin to disassociate and feel ungrounded or unbalanced.
Precautions of
Patchouli Essential Oil
Always test for skin
sensitivity prior to widespread use and use on the feet when possible.
Excessive use of any oil can lead to skin sensitization. Keep out of eyes,
ears, or nose. Not all oils are created equal, so test brands carefully, and
never use an oil in a way not recommended by its maker.
Popular Uses of Patchouli essential oil
1.Combine with
Peppermint and apply to the forehead, temples, or back of the neck to help with
tension.
2.Apply one to two
drops to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles, scars, or problem skin areas,
or add to your favorite moisturizer.
3.Combine with
Vetiver and apply to the bottoms of feet to help calm emotions.
4.For wrinkles
Consider applying 1-2 drops of patchouli essential oil to your daily skin care
routine, or apply a small dab topically to acne prone areas as desired.
5.For a grounding
effect Add 1-2 drops to the palm of your hand, cup over the nose and mouth, and
breathe naturally for several minutes. Or massage into the soles of the feet
and back of the neck.
Inspiration for
Using Patchouli Essential Oil
1.Hand Cream:
Combine 1/2 cup olive oil with 1/4 cup coconut oil and beeswax, heat until
combined. Then add 15 drops Patchouli and 10 White Fir essential oil.
2.Sleepytime Salve:
Mix 1/2 cup coconut oil with 1/4 cup beeswax and heat until combined. Then
while hot mix in 10 drops Patchouli and 15 drops Lavender essential oil.
3.Exfoliating Face
Scrub: Combine 1/4 cup yogurt and cornmeal and add 5 drops each Patchouli and
Lavender and 8 drops Melaleuca (Tea Tree) essential oils.
Complimentary Oils
Patchouli essential oil blends well with
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger,Lavender, Lemongrass,
Myrrh, and Sandalwood. In addition to Patchouli essential oil, also consider
trying Frankincense, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Wild Orange, and Lavender.
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