Patchouli

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(Pogostemon cablin)
Traditionally used to soothe minor skin issues and to support healthy digestion, skin and fluid retention.

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Patchouli
Pogostemon cablin

Plant Origin: India
Method: Steam distilled from flowers
Cultivation: Unsprayed (grown organically but not certified)
Chemical Family: Sesquiterpene
Aroma: Earthy, woody
Note (Evaporation Rate): Base

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis Lot#107
patchouli alcohol 33.19%
bulnesene 18.48%
seychellene 5.98%
aciphyllene 2.92%
pogostol 2.20%
alpha patchoulene 4.55%

Safety Information
Children: Suitable

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Suitable, although there is a precautionary and controversial caution for oral use by breastfeeding mothers due to the possibility that the anticoagulant properties may pass into breast milk.

Medication/Health Issue: Caution Orally: Anticoagulant medication (such as aspirin, heparin, warfarin), Major Surgery and Childbirth (up to one week before and after), Peptic Ulcers, Hemophilia and other Bleeding disorders, Severe Hepatic (liver) or Renal (kidney) impairment, Hypertensive or Diabetic Retinopathy, Thrombocytopenia (decreased platelet count), Vasculitis
[Contraindicated orally because Patchouli "may inhibit platelet aggregation based on in vitro data either for the oil or a major constituent." Essential Oil Safety ?by Tisserand/Young, page 117.]

Therapeutic Uses
Patchouli essential oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:
Abscess
Acne
Antimicrobial
Astringent
Athlete’s foot
Bed sores
Bladder, infections
Collagen promoter (per Tisserand's Skin Care Series)
Cologne
Constipation
Colitis
Dandruff
Dermatitis
Digestion, constipation, cramps, indigestion, nausea, vomiting
Eczema
Fluid retention
Fungal
Gastrointestinal muscle contractions
Hepatitis
Herpes
Inflammation - especially skin inflammation
Insect bites
Insect detterent
Listeria infection
Liver
Mites
Oral, thrush
Parasites, skin infections
Perfume
PMS
Regenerative to cells
Ringworm
Scalp infections
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin, acne, chapped, cracked, dermatitis, eczema, infection, itching, oily, wrinkles
Sores
Stress
Thrush, oral
Vaginal infections
Virus
Wounds

Hopewell Essential Oil Blends containing Patchouli
Abundant Life
Christofori
DermaSoothe
Digestion Support
Hemorrhoid Care
Jubilation
Mercy
Mold Buster
Peaceful
Purpose
Scar Support
Sunshiny Day Spray
Woman Ease

Patchouli blends well with:
Bergamot
Cardamom
Cedarwood Atlas
Clary Sage
Frankincense
Geranium
Grapefruit
Lavender
Lemon
Myrrh
Neroli
Rose
Sweet Orange
Sandalwood
Tangerine
Ylang Ylang

Beard Oil
8 drops Patchouli

5 drops Cedarwood Atlas

2 tablespoons Fractionated Coconut oil

1/2 cup Meadowfoam oil (or an oil of your choice - Avocado, Grapefruit and Pomegranate oils are other excellent choices)

Acne Blend
Patchouli is a favorite for acne. It is skin-friendly, helps clear infection and calms inflammation. Pair with Helichrysum and Aloe Vera for a blend you can dab on troublesome areas throughout the day.
10 mL Roll-on Applicator
3 drops Patchouli
3 drops Helichrysum
10 mL Aloe Vera

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil.

Since Patchouli does not have a limiting dilution parameter, we suggest that adults follow the General Guidelines found on the Dilution Chart, which is:

2-3% for daily application

Up to 25% for short-term use

Children: For infants and children, please follow the Dilution Chart on the Babies and Children page.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler. Patchouli may be too thick to diffuse in nebulizing diffuser as a single oil; consider adding Lemon to thin it.

Internal: Patchouli is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. See Oral Caution in Safety information below. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt, Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application.
Click here for more information about internal usage.

Testimonies
The following anecdotal testimonies have not been reviewed by the FDA.
The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure disease.
Information shared on the HEO website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice given by your trusted health care provider.
We believe that essential oils are provided by the Lord to support our health and well-being.
The Lord is our wisdom, protector and healer.
(Genesis 1:29-30, Ezekiel 47:12)

1. I just received your Patchouli today. The aroma is wonderful - a definite improvement from what I had been using! Thank You!

Safety
Oral Caution: Anticoagulant medication, major surgery, peptic ulcer, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat— like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. Tisserand suggests: "With essential oils, fatty oil has been suggested as an appropriate first aid treatment, though the advantage of saline [eyewash] is that the eyes can be continually flushed, and this is less easy with fatty oil.” We are not aware of a case where essential oil in the eyes caused permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2002, pages 244-245.
Purchon, Nerys; Cantele, Lora, Complete Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness, page 94.
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014, pages 24, 382.
Wildwood, Chrissie, Bloomsbury Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy, Bloomsbury Publishing, 1996, page 278.
Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, New World Library, 2016, page 611.

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