Patchouli Sumatra Dark (Steam Distilled), Pogostemon cablin (Indonesia):

Grounds and Fortifies the Will to Live.
Sharpens Intelligence, Concentration, Insight; Attracts Money.
Base-Note; Calming & Energizing Nerve Support Tonic.

This is a very beautiful Patchouli from our new friends in Indonesia, perfect for daily wear, sturdy but not overpowering in blends. Patchouli has many benefits for the body, mind and spirit:.

• Warming Nervous System Support: Calms nerves, supports mental focus and cognitive function. Encourages objectivity and perspective.
• Mood Uplifter: Promotes a positive outlook, supports increased physical stamina and sexual vitality. 
• Lymph Support, Weight Management: Sensuous bath or blend: Patchouli with Ylang Ylang, Lemon, Rose, Jasmine, Musk Seed, and Tonka.
• Cleansing Support, Wellness Support, Inflammation-Balancing Support.
• Supports Skin Tissue, Supports Wrinkle Reduction
• Traditionally used to support skin wellness and comfort for skin affected by herpes, impetigo, sores, bed sores, jock itch, burns, acne, eczema, and hemorrhoids. Apply directly to whiteheads and blemish-prone areas. Popular during seasonal wellness challenges and for promoting a cooling, refreshing sensation.
• Use Patchouli with Tea-Tree in a mouthwash or feminine cleansing wash.
• Blemish-Prone Skin Formula (J. Rose): 2 teaspoons Grapeseed oil, 5 drops Patchouli, and 1 drop Wheatgerm oil. Apply to the skin morning and night for 6 months. If desired, try Basil.
• Insect Repellent and Detox Support: Traditionally used for insect bites and other outdoor skin challenges.
• Blends with: Cedar, Grapefruit, Lavender, Rose, Neroli, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove, Geranium, Sandalwood, and Vetiver.

Energetic Benefits: This one enters the second chakra and resonates with feminine energy and all the moon chakras. 

Use During Pregnancy: Traditionally used after the first trimester; consult your healthcare professional before use during pregnancy.

Precautions: Fairly non-irritating; to be certain, check for a reaction. Dilute 15-30 drops in 2 oz of a base oil.

7.5 ml (1/4 oz): $7.25; 15 ml (1/2 oz): $12.95; 30 ml (1 oz): $22.95; 50 ml: $39.50; 120 ml (4 oz): $69.50; 240 ml (8 oz) $126.50.

Energetic Actions: Grounds and Fortifies the Will to Live. Grounding into the physical and living in the present promotes grounding and emotional balance. Patchouli energy is very grounding, creates an affinity with the heartbeat of Mother Nature. It embodies the feeling of being cradled in her arms and immersed in the Earth's essence. Activates reverence for life, releases judgments, aligns us with Soul energy. — Deborah Eidson, Vibrational Healing

Energetic Observations: This one is energetically associated with the lymphatic system, bringing energy up from the earth and sweeping through the body, balancing the right and left sides of the body. Then it goes into the aura, working on all the energy centers, extremely calming, washing through all the strands of the aura — very cleansing and expanding. — Star Johnsen-Moser.

Energy Index: Aphrodisiac 2nd Chakra to Throat; Aphrodisiac Tantric; Brain Balancing; Calming; Cellular Energy Support Regenerates from Root; Calming; Chakra Balancing; Emotional Balance & Cleanse; Etheric Heart Opening; Lymphatic Energy Support, Spine Opens Soothing Nervine: Pituitary & Pineal; Sensory Expansive; Psychic Expands; Spinal Balance Sun-Moon; Spine: Root Warms Bones

Essential oils travel quickly through the body and work energetically in a beneficial manner for people and animals, when held or a few drops applied on the skin.

The above information is for educational purposes only, and nothing contained herein should be construed as medical advice.