Pharmachological Effect Undiluted Patchouli Oil
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Patchouli oil is a reddish brown to greenish brown slightly viscous liquid with persistent woody and ointment aroma.
main content:Patchouli alcohol, patchoulone, eugenol, caryophyllene, a-guaiaene
The oil is extracted from the leaves, branches and roots of patchouli of the Lamiaceae plant through steam distillation or fermented dry leaves, and the oil yield is 2%-3.5%. The best ratio is 68% branches and 32% leaves.
- In ancient times, Patchouli has a long medicinal history, designed to relieve snake wounds and insect bites. Its essential oil is distilled from tender leaves and can treat scalp hair problems and help cells regenerate. Patchouli essential oil is distilled from young leaves, which are dried and fermented before distillation. With a strong earthy taste, it is a wine-like essential oil that gets better with age. Patchouli essential oil is a good fixative and indispensable raw material in the perfume industry. In aromatherapy, a drop of patchouli essential oil in the compound essential oil can make the fragrance last longer.
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Utility
1. Patchouli oil has a grounding and balancing effect on the emotions and banishes lethargy, while sharpening the wits, fighting depression and anxiety. It is also said to create an amorous atmosphere.
2. It is effective for fungal and bacterial infection and is of great help for insect bites. It could also be used as an insect repellant and is also used as a support for dealing with any substance addiction. With its excellent diuretic properties, it is effective in fighting water retention and to break up cellulite, easing constipation and helping to reduce overweight.
3. Furthermore, it has a great deodorizing action, and helps when feeling hot and bothered, while cooling down inflammations and assisting with wound healing.
4. On the skin, this oil is one of the most active and is a superb tissue regenerator, which helps to stimulate the growth of new skin cells. In wound healing, it not only promotes faster healing, but also helps to prevent ugly scarring when the wound heals.
5. Patchouli oil is very effective in sorting out rough, cracked and overly dehydrated skin and is used to treat acne, acne, eczema, sores, ulcers, any fungal infections, as well as scalp disorders.
