Most remember this woody aroma from the 1960s when it was popular among travelling hippies who took to wearing the oil as a perfume. The earthy, musky scent of Patchouli oil is positively unique and has been noted as a mild aphrodisiac. It was traditionally used in India to scent clothes and linen. In Japan and China, it was a remedy for various ailments, including headaches and nausea.

Key Uses of Patchouli Oil

Today, this oil is still quite popular. Its heady scent is frequently used as a lingering, earthy perfume and deodorant. In aromatherapy, it is known to be helpful for stress-related conditions; its rich, warm, musky fragrance has a calming yet uplifting effect on the mind. 

Medicinally, patchouli essential oil is used to treat many skin conditions, including acne, eczema, dermatitis, oily and/or dry skin, and athlete’s foot.

Tips For Using Essential Oils

Like any essential oil, patchouli oil must be diluted before applying to your skin. If you'd like your oil to absorb quickly, mix patchouli with grapeseed oil. If you're looking for a more oily consistency that stays on your skin's surface longer, for massage or perfume, for example, mix patchouli with avocado oil.

Important Information

Only food-grade oil should be ingested. Do not ingest essential oils. If you have a pet, make sure the essential oil you'rediffusing or using is safe for them.