Now that the weather is cooler ,I like to use Patchouli essential oil- things Ill bet you did not know about Patchouli. Patchouli excels in skin care where it soothes, rejuvenates, moisturises and tones a diverse range of problem skin-type conditions such as acne, athletes foot, chapped & cracked skin, cellulite, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, fungal infections, scars, thread veins, wounds and wrinkles. It works effectively on the emotional system too, helping to stabilize and ground negative emotions such as anxiety, excessive mental activity, lack of confidence, insecurity and mood swings. It acts as a stimulant and tonic to nervous system which can be helpful with stress and general burn-out. In the Philippines and Malaysia crushed leaves and roots were infused and applied to arthritic and rheumatic joints, and used for painful menstrual cramps. A decoction of leaves was taken orally to treat asthma, coughs, colds and painful urination, whilst a poultice of leaves would be used to treat headaches and boils. Traditional Indian and Chinese medicine recommended patchouli to treat conditions such as abdominal pain, bad breath, colds, diarrhoea, dysentery, flu, fevers, headaches, nausea and vomiting. However, this was not the first time in history that the mysterious scent of patchouli had been held in great esteem. Since ancient times the leaves of this fragrant plant have been used throughout Asia and the Far East as a deodorant, an ingredient for incense, and as an effective insect repellent. Arabs and Persians used layers of crushed patchouli leaves to protect their precious hand-made carpets from moths and insects over a thousand years ago. Exquisite Indian shawls, fabrics and garments were likewise sprinkled with the leaves, and patchouli was even used as an ingredient in Indian ink. Known as ‘guang huo-xiang’ in ancient China, patchouli was used to perfume the ink for their scrolls too.
Posted on: Tue, 23 Sep 2014 22:13:07 +0000
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