What Does Patchouli Oil Do?

Patchouli also known as Pogostemon cablin is part of the Lamiacear botanical family. It is an herb that can grow up to 2 feet tall and is commonly found in Indonesia, India, China and Brazil. We typically use the dried leaves for patchouli incense benefits or distill the plant to make Patchouli essential oil.

Many people describe the smell of Patchouli oil as strong, musty and earthy. It blends well with many essential oils like lavender, ginger, clary sage, cardamom and sweet orange.

What are the benefits of Patchouli Essential oil?

 

3 Patchouli Essential Oil Benefits

1. Mosquito Repellant:

You can use patchouli essential oil as a mosquito repellant. Patchouli is considered a base oil so it lasts longer than other oils known as top or mid notes. Combine 2-3 drops of patchouli essential oil with any carrier oil, or distilled water to massage on spray onto the skin.

2. Skincare:

Patchouli is known to have anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. This natural remedy can work wonders for skin related issues like acne, athletes' foot, eczema, irritated skin, and scary therapy. You can find Patchouli oil in Aromanthi's facial oil for dry skin types.

3. Stress and Sadness:

Patchouli essential oil is known to be wonderful for our emotional wellbeing. It is commonly described as a grounding oil, so this can be beneficial for issues like anxiety, confusion, mood swing, and overcoming feeling of being overwhelmed. You can easily find Patchouli in Aromanthi's stress relief blend. Choose from the stress-relief essential oil, aromatherapy nasal inhaler, and therapeutic spray.

Is Patchouli Oil Safe?

Although the list can go on uses for patchouli oil benefits. There is some information to know about safety. If you take anticoagulant medication before major surgery, have peptic ulcers, or hemophilia it is recommended to avoid orally consuming patchouli. Always speak to your doctor is you aren't sure if patchouli oil is best for you.

 

The statements made regarding this article have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from health care practitioners. There's no guarantee of specific results and that the results can vary.