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Essential Oil Profile: Patchouli

April 23, 2018 9:11 pm

Patchouli

Latin Name: Pogostemon patchouli

Family: Lamiaceae

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Plant Part: Plant, leaves

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note: Base Elelment: Earth

Functional Groups: Alcohol, aldehyde, sesquiterpene

Type: Euphoric

Scent: Earthy, Sweet, enduring, woody, hint of sweetness.

Ayurvedic Doshas: Vata, Pitta

For Skin Type: Dry, Mature

Cautions: None

Physical Uses: Itchy skin, dandruff, rash, fungus, cracked feet & hands, nail care, dry skin, athlete’s foot, insect bites, nausea, scars, natural deodorant, strengthens hair, .

Mental/Emotional Uses: Grounding, stress, tension, worry, connection to the earth, enhances mood.

Other Uses: Meditation, insect repellent, perfummery fixative, aphrodisiac

Blends Well With: Flowers, peel, resin, root, wood

References:

Katherine Graf:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Advanced Level, 2001-2011.

https://abouteos.com/patchouli-essential-oil/

https://draxe.com/patchouli-oil/

https://theindianspot.com/10-benefits-of-patchouli-essential-oil/

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