Essential Oils
Angelica Root
Anise
Bay
Bergamot
Birch
Black Pepper
Blue Hungarian Chamomile
Buchu Leaf
Cananga Java
Caraway
Cardamom
Carrot Seed
Cassia, Chinese
Cedarleaf
Cedarwood
Celery Seed
Chamomile, Roman
Cinnamon Leaf
Citronella
Clary Sage
Clove Bud
Clove Leaf
Clove Stem
Cognac
Coriander Seed
Cornmint
Cumin
Davana
Dillweed
Eucalyptus
Fennel, Sweet
Galbanum, Terpeneless
Garlic
Geranium
Ginger
Grain Fusel
Grapefruit, California
Gurjun Balsam
Jasmine
Juniper Berry
Lavandin Abrialis
Lavender, Bulgarian
Lavender, French
Lemon
Lemongrass
Lime
Mandarin Orange
Neroli Bigarade
Nutmeg
Onion
Orange
Oregano
Parsley Seed
Patchouli
Peppermint
Petitgrain
Pimento Berry
Pine
Rose, Bulgarian
Rosemary
Sage
Sandalwood
Spearmint
Tagetes
Tangerine
Tea Tree
Thyme
Vanilla
Vetiver
Wintergreen
Ylang Ylang
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Patchouli
pogostemon cablin
General Description
This very important perfume oil originated in the Philippine Islands and Indonesia where the bulk of today's Patchouli Oil is still produced. It was made popular in its perfuming of Indian shawls and is believed to help prevent the spread of disease. It is also used in China, Japan and Malaysia as a herbal remedy to suppress numerous ailments including headaches and bad breath. The oil is primarily used in cosmetics, soaps, perfumes and the food industry. Reaction to its exotic hot and heavy perfume varies from apprehension to immense pleasure.
How It's Made
The steam distillation of the dried leaves usually after fermentation produces the oil.
Aroma: Fresh, nutty scent. Strength: Fairly Strong Properties
Skin
Relieves Skin Irritation
Reduces Acne
Helps with Dermatitis
Helps Get Rid of Wrinkles
Helps with Dandruff
Helps with Sores
Helps with Fungal Infections
Helps with Impetigo
Nervous System
Helps with Stress-Related Disorders
Helps with Nervous Strain
Reduces Frigidity
Immune System
Battles Common Cold and Influenza
Digestive
Reduces Nausea
Helps with Diarrhea
Respiratory
Remedy for Asthma
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Blends Well With
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