Collection Method/ Method of Extraction: Direct steam distillation
Odour: Having a fragrant, sweet-fruity odour
Appearance: A green to yellowish-green or yellowish-brown liquid
Plant Part: Properly dried leaves
Country of origin: Indonesia
Botanical Name: Pogostemon cablin (Blanco) (Benth.)
Nervous System
Patchouli essential oil may be useful to use with the nervous system, especially when experiencing feelings of disengagement and disconnection. May help to support normal energy levels and vitality.
Digestive System
Could offer a supportive role with a healthy and normally functioning digestive system, especially stress related.
Skin
May assist with maintaining normal and healthy skin and work supportively with certain skin presentations, soothing, calming and deodorising.
The following ways to use the essential oil should help you to get the most benefit from the oil.
For use with the Nervous System
Diffuser Method
Add between 3-8 drops (depending on room size) of Patchouli essential oil to the surface of the water in your diffuser. Or onto the pad in fan-driven vaporisers. Replenish as needed. May be combined in a blend with other essential oils up to the maximum amount of drops. Blends well with most other essential oils.
For use with the Digestive System
Calming Digestive Oil
Patchouli essential oil is a prime oil to use for a relaxing stomach massage. Not only might the oil be a digestive stimulant, the action of a gentle stomach massage, but can also really benefit those upon whom stress has an impact on their digestive system.
Blend Patchouli essential oil and any other digestive oils of your choice Into 25ml of carrier oil.
The dilution ratio will be 2-3% (12-15 drops) in 25ml of carrier oil for adults bodily application.
For elderly people, those with sensitive skin, or those with medical conditions a 1% dilution (5 drops) is needed.
For use with the skin
Balance Skin Moisturiser
Using Patchouli essential oil in your handmade moisturiser is a great way to apply the oil and may help to support the health of your skin.
The dilution ratio will be 2-3% (12-15 drops in 25ml/gm of carrier or base moisturiser) for adults bodily application.
For facial use, elderly people, those with sensitive skin, or those with medical conditions a 1% dilution (5 drops) is needed.
Non-toxic. Non-irritant, non-sensitising.
Please consult your healthcare professional before using essential oils if you are taking medication or have pre-existing medical conditions or during pregnancy.
Essential oils are not for internal use. Do not ingest.
Essential oils should always be diluted to the appropriate dilution ratio before use on the skin.
Avoid contact with sensitive areas such as the eyes.
Keep out of the reach of children and away from animals.