Patchouli Essential Oil

Patchouli essential oil has a heavy, woody, earthy, oriental aroma and is used in aromatherapy to reduce sweating and hot flashes during menopause, for respiratory problems and to enhance libido. In massage, it is used for swelling, varicose veins, phlebitis and tired or cold feet. It is ideal for troubled skin, as it softens and soothes hard, dry and chapped skin, helping to regenerate skin cells and fight wrinkles. It is also very useful for neutralizing and covering body odor and preventing the reproduction of bacteria. On a psychological level, it relieves nervous exhaustion, overstimulation and helps restore emotional balance. It combines excellently with Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Myrrh, Neroli, Geranium, Bergamot, Rose, Sandalwood, etc.

"Patchouli with the official name Pogostemon Cablin of the family Lamiaceae, is a shrubby perennial herb with erect stems, reaching up to 75 cm in height and bearing small, pale pinkish-white flowers. It is native to the island region of Southeast Asia and it is highly valued for the aromatic essential oil it extracts, which has many commercial uses and for for this reason today the plant is extensively cultivated in tropical climates around the world."