Patchouli Essential Oil*

*This oil is produced from organically grown crops and is certified by our supplier.  However, our facility is not certified organic.  You get it though. ;-) The velvety smooth, earthy aroma of Patchouli is one of the most well known fragrances in the art of body and skin care. This warm, rich oil is soothing, calming and uplifting. Patchouli is a lovely base note to use a a foundation for a wide variety of blends or on its own.  Details Botanical Name: Pogostemon cablin Plant Origin: Indonesia Extraction Method: Steam distilled from leaves (certified organic by our supplier) Shelf Life: Thickens and changes with age but doesn't expire. Vintage Patchouli is often sought for its deep aroma. Storage: Store upright, lid tight, out of direct heat and sunlight Selah oil blends that contain Patchouli essential oil:  Resting, Tummy Troubles, Selah Kids: Resting, Jr. Blend, Empower Uses Click here to see our Health Issues Reference Guide for information on which oils may help with specific needs. Patchouli may support the body's proper natural response to and assist in maintaining a healthy state of the following: Anxiety & Panic Body Odor Candida - Candidiasis - Thrush - Yeast Overgrowth - Yeast Infection Constipation Fungal Skin Infections - Skin Candida - Ringworm Hemorrhoids Morning Sickness - Nausea During Pregnancy Motion Sickness Nausea Psoriasis Sagging Skin Stretch Marks Wrinkles Please see our Health Issues Reference Guide for detailed essential oil remedies for the above-listed issues/topics. Research For more information on Patchouli essential oil click here Therapeutic Properties antidepressant - alleviates depression antifungal - prevents fungal growth anti-infectious - prevents uptake of infection anti-inflammatory - reduces inflammation antimicrobial - resists or destroys pathogenic microorganisms antiseptic - destroys and prevents the development of microbes/bacteria astringent - causes contraction of organic tissues, reducing secretions or discharges calmative - a sedative or mild tranquilizer cicatrizing - promotes the formation of scar tissue, thus healing cytophylactic - referring to cytophylaxis; the process of increasing the activity of leucocytes to defend the body against infection insect deterrent  nervine - soothing and toning to the nerves and nervous system Applications Topical: Apply diluted to the affected area as desired. Ok for children 2+ with proper dilution. Pregnancy and lactation safe with extra dilution. Click here for the essential oils dilution chart. Inhalation: Diffuse or inhale directly. Internal:   Although the quality of Selah Oils is excellent, it is not advised to take essential oils internally unless under the guidance of a certified physician who is also certified in aromatherapy. We recommend getting internal dosing instructions from a licensed physician as some essential oils are not recommended for oral consumption. This is in no way a reflection on our oil quality, only a matter of safety and caution with respect to how concentrated essential oils are. When used within safe parameters, and under your physician's care, the quality of our essential oils is such that they can be used internally if deemed appropriate. However, with that said, it is important to remember the extreme concentration of essential oils. "Using essential oils by rubbing them into the skin or via inhalation is in many cases more effective than oral delivery" (7. p.96). All cautions listed for individual oils do not include those cautions from ingestion. Cautions Do not use Patchouli in cases of anorexia or with elderly people who have lost their appetite as it can reduce appetite.  Patchouli may inhibit blood clotting - caution when using anticoagulant medications (aspirin, heparin, warfarin, etc.). Avoid use one week before and after a major surgery or childbirth. Avoid with hemophilia, peptic ulcers, and other bleeding disorders.  General EO Cautions: All cautions listed for individual oils do not include those cautions from ingestion. It is not advised to take essential oils internally unless under the guidance of a licensed physician who is also certified in aromatherapy. If for any reason you get essential oils in your eyes, put carrier oil along the eyebrows above the eyes and on the cheekbones below the eyes. Do not put essential oils inside your ear canal. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. GC/MS Key Constituents: Patchouli alcohol 33.97% Bulnesene <alpha> 18.46% Guaiene <alpha> 12.93% Seychellene 6.49% Patchoulene <alpha> 4.64% Caryophyllene 3.02% Aciphyllene 2.89% Globulol 2.76% Patchoulene <beta-> 2.67% References Worwood, Valerie.  The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy. Novato: New World Library. Revised 2016. Print. Worwood, Valerie.  Aromatherapy for the Healthy Child. Novato: New World Library. 2000. Print. Schnaubelt, Kurt, Ph. D. Advanced Aromatherapy. Rochester: Healing Arts Press. 1998. Print. Schnaubelt, Kurt, Ph. D. The Healing Intelligence of Essential Oils.  Rochester: Healing Arts Press. 2011. Print. Schnaubelt, Kurt, Ph. D. Medical Aromatherapy. Rochester: Healing Arts Press. 1999. Print. Price, Shirley. Price, Len. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals. New York: Churchill Livingstone/Elsevier. Fourth edition, 2012. Print. Tisserand, Robert, et al. Essential Oil Safety: a Guide for Health Care Professionals. 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