People have been using aromatherapy for many years. The amazing properties of essential oils allow them to be used for medicinal purposes, for hair, skin, and aromatization of food products. As aphrodisiacs, many oils are used for their wonderful aroma. Patchouli with notes of oriental spices, the smell of earth and smoke are actively used in perfumes.
Patchouli - what is it?This is a species of tropical shrub plant from the genus Pogostemon. The herbaceous shrub from which the oil is obtained is called Pogostemon patchouly. His homeland is the Philippines, oil production is established in Burma, India. The main suppliers are China and Sumatra. The bush reaches a height of one meter. Its leaves are cirrus with a pleasant strong smell. The stalk is large, hairy. The roots are branched. Flowers are light purple dots and are collected in brushes. The plant is used to flavor rooms and tissues. Add to various incense, candles and smoking mixes.
Patchouli essential oil - what is it?
The high content of volatile aromatic substances allows the use of patchouli plants (Pogostemon patchouly) for the production of essential oils. Fresh or slightly dried raw materials are processed by steam, from which a product known for its bactericidal, antiseptic, antiviral, stimulating properties is then removed.
The use of oil in aroma lamps is recommended for nervous disorders. The use of baths with the addition of patchouli contributes to the body's resistance to viral infections. To treat places of insect bites, as well as to scare them away, essential oil is applied to the skin. Patchouli is suitable for flavoring red wine. A couple of drops of oil are mixed with honey and dissolved in wine. After a certain exposure, such a drink will have an exquisite taste.
Incense "Patchouli" - what is it?
Woody notes of the essential oil obtained from the plant are used to make perfume compositions. Basically, they are added to men's eau de toilette. Increased sexual activity is another known property of patchouli plants. Perfume with its notes will contribute to the development of a more sensual relationship. For the same purpose, you can aromatize the room with incense from patchouli.
Cosmetics with essential oil from patchouli plants - what is it?
If you add oil to skin and hair care products, the effect of creams, lotions, shampoos and balms will be enhanced. Hair with such care will gain strength and shine, dandruff will disappear. The regeneration of skin cells will increase, swelling will decrease. The skin will become elastic, its appearance will improve. Patchouli essential oil is used for skin conditions such as dermatitis and eczema. It helps in the care of oily and porous skin. The positive results of its use in complex therapy in the treatment of cellulite and as an aid in the fight against excess weight are also known. The tool helps to remove excess fluid from the body, has a lifting effect. However, despite all the positive qualities, it can cause allergic reactions, so before use, you must definitely do a tolerance test.