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Ingredient:
Patchouli
Botanical name:
Pogostemon cablin
Aroma:

Warm, woody, sweet and spicy

Evidence-based Therapeutic Properties:

• Anti-inflammatory (reduces localized inflammation)
• Antimicrobial (fights microbes)
• Antioxidant (protects cells)
• Antifungal (combats fungal growth)

Traditional-based Therapeutic Properties:

• Antidepressant (supports mood)
• Antiseptic (cleanses skin)
• Astringent (tones skin)
• Sedative (promotes rest and relaxation)
• Vulnerary (supports skin healing)

Product(s):
Sources:
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1093/ecam/nep183 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1155/2017/1089028 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3440699/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5435909/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21287406/ https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/acm.2020.0206 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0278691513000239 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0753332216310605 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2221169115001033 https://www.spandidos-publications.com/etm/2/3/545
Fun Facts:

Fun Fact 1


Worldwide, patchouli essential oil has been traditionally used to reduce inflammation, tension, insomnia, and anxiety, as well as to repel unfavorable smells and insects.


Fun Fact 2


Patchouli became highly popular during the hippie movement of the 1960s and early 1970s as the favorite fragrance of "flower children" across Europe and North America. It was often used as a perfume or deodorant to mask strong smells from Afghan coats and marijuana.


Fun Fact 3


Patchouli is native to Southeast Asia, where it has a long history of medicinal use for skin conditions and pest control, such as repelling moths from silk clothing and fabrics in trade.

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