Patchouli

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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