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Patchouli Essential Oil
(pogostemon
cablin)
Characteristics
An amber or dark
orange viscous liquid with a
sweet, rich, herbaceous, earthy aroma which improves with age. A
perennial bushy herb up to 3 feet high with a sturdy, hairy stem,
large, fragrant, furry leaves, and white flowers tinged with purple.
Aromatherapy
and Skin Care
Acne, athlete's
foot, cracked and chapped skin,
dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, fungal infections, hair care, impetigo,
insect repellent, oily hair and skin, open pores, sores, wounds,
wrinkles, frigidity, nervous exhaustion, stress related complaints,
antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antitoxic, antiviral,
aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, deodorant, digestive, diuretic,
fungicidal, nervine, stimulant
Extraction
Essential oil by
steam distillation of the dried
leaves, usually subjected to fermentation previously.
Blends
Well With
Vetiver,
Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Oakmoss, Geranium,
Clove, Lavender, Rose, Neroli, Bergamot, Cassia, Myrrh, Clary Sage, and
oriental type oils
Cautions
Non- toxic,
non-irritant, non-sensitizing.
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