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Patchouli Essential Oil Botanical Name: Pogostemon cablin Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled Parts Used: Dried and cured leaves Note Classification: Base Aroma: Earthy, smoky, spicy, and musky Largest Producing Countries: Indonesia, India, China, and Malaysia Traditional Use: Extensively used in cosmetic preparations, and as a fixative in soaps and perfumes. Properties: Antibiotic, antidepressant, anti-emetic, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antitoxic, antiviral, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, calmative, carminative, cicatrisant, cytophylactic, decongestant, deodorant, digestive, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicidal, nervine, prophylactic, sedative, stomachic, and tonic. Benefits: Acne, anxiety, athlete’s foot, bacterial infections, constipation, cracked and chapped skin, dandruff, depression, dermatitis, dry skin, eczema (weeping), edema, frigidity, fungal infections, helps eliminate toxins, impetigo, insect repellant and bites, nervous exhaustion and stress related conditions, obesity, oily hair and skin, open pores, parasites, ringworm, sagging skin, stress-related emotional disorders, substance addictions, uterine tonic, wrinkles, and wounds. Blends Well With: Bergamot, black pepper, cassia, cedarwood, chamomile german, cinnamon, clary sage, clove, coriander, frankincense, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, jasmine, labdanum, lavender, lemongrass, litsea cubeba, mandarin, myrrh, neroli, oakmoss, opopanax, orange, rose, sandalwood, and vetiver, and yuzu. Of Interest: It is one of the few essential oils with the distinction of improving with age. Possibly originated in Malaysia although the word apparently comes from the south Indian Tamil language, patch, meaning “green,” and ilai meaning “leaf.” As well as for perfume and medicine, patchouli is used for scenting carpets, shawls and woven materials, and for perfuming ink. Safety Data: Non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing.   Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not complete, nor may its data be accurate. As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2008 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com