Patchouli essential oil: what is it for and benefits

Sweet, woody, sensual, earthy, dry, intense, warm and mysterious. With all these characteristics, patchouli essential oil is one of the most aromatic and fragrant oils, which is why it is widely used in natural perfumery. But it is not limited to that.

Patchouli oil also has a balancing effect on emotions, as it helps to connect with the earth’s energy, bringing firmness, which is why it is often used in Aromatherapy.

Next, we will see more details about patchouli essential oil, what it is used for, properties and benefits, as well as tips on how to use it.

Patchouli essential oil: what is it for

Patchouli is a shrub of the mint family, with the botanical name pogostemon cablin, with stems that reach up to 1 meter in height and small white and pink flowers. The essential oil is extracted by steam distillation from the dried leaves.

The final product is a powerful essential oil, with enormous benefits for physical and, mainly, emotional health, which is why it is widely used in Aromatherapy.

See the main benefits below:

emotional benefits

Connects with the earth’s energy, brings firmness Helps with depression and fears Breaks past behavior patterns Increases mental concentration, promotes action and eliminates laziness Good for walking new paths Roots and strengthens the will to live Helps to establish limits Dissipates sadness Works the 1st chakra, the root, bringing us to the present moment

Other benefits:

In perfumery, it is a very used oil, due to its woody, earthy and intense aroma, being widely used as a fixative. It is excellent for use in facial creams, as it helps in the regeneration and healing of the skin. In synergy with cocoa absolute and bergamot, it helps to moderate appetite.

therapeutic properties

Patchouli essential oil has many purposes. Among its main therapeutic properties are:

astringent soothing antiseptic anti-inflammatory fungicide sedative analgesic increases the body’s defenses aphrodisiac decongestant of venous vessels regulates digestion (I like to use it with sweet orange, the two oils together help with peristaltic movements).

Patchouli essential oil: how to use

To benefit from patchouli essential oil, here are some tips:

To help moderate appetite

Use 1 drop of patchouli essential oil, 1 drop of cocoa absolute essential oil and 1 drop of bergamot essential oil in your aromatic necklace or personal diffuser during the day, before meals. If necessary, use every day for two hours before your most hungry meal.

To help with everyday communication and relationships

Make use of an environment flavoring that has lemon and patchouli essential oil in its composition. Use two to three times a day in environments. Ask an aromatherapist to make this aromatic blend for you.

To improve your gut

In addition to drinking plenty of water and eating healthily with lots of fiber, fruits, vegetables and greens, mix in a tablespoon of cold-pressed vegetable oil (grape seed or sweet almond) 1 drop of sweet orange essential oil and 1 drop of patchouli essential oil. Apply the mixture to the lower abdomen in a clockwise motion to help with peristaltic movements. You can use it once a day.

To spice up the relationship

Patchouli essential oil as it is an aphrodisiac. Try blending a room spray with essential oils.

In a spray bottle, mix 30 ml of grain alcohol, 3 drops of ylang ylang essential oil, 3 drops of patchouli essential oil and 7 drops of mandarin essential oil. Afterwards, just spray the mixture in the environment where you and your love will be. Patchouli, in addition to being a very aphrodisiac, breaks negative behavior patterns, bringing more vitality and sensuality and, together with ylang ylang, brings more self-confidence and self-esteem. In addition, tangerine brings lightness and good humor, bringing unforgettable moments for two.

tips and contraindications

Remember that some oils have contraindications and always seek an aromatherapist to help you with the blends and to help you choose the best oils for your moment in life.

Patchouli essential oil, for example, is contraindicated for women during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Therefore, do not use at this stage of life.