Patchouli essential oil is used in aromatherapy for the symptomatic relief of acne and eczema, to soothe minor skin irritations, and as a nerve calming agent.IMPORTANT: THIS ESSENTIAL OIL IS NATURALLY THICK (High Viscosity)You shake the bottle, it drips very slowly or nothing comes out of the dropper, and you think: Something is wrong with my oil!Don't worry, this is normal (may vary from batch to batch) and is a guarantee of quality. Therefore, patience is required.HOW TO LIQUEFY A THICK ESSENTIAL OIL- Warm the bottle in your hand. Sometimes, heating the bottle won't help, so tap the bottom of the bottle as this may help release the oil.If this doesn't work:- Place the bottle in a small Ziploc bag and squeeze out as much air as possible (to protect the label and prevent the bag from floating), then place the bag in a larger container of hot (not boiling) water to gently warm it for about 5 to 10 minutes. Voila, it's out of the dropper!- This procedure will need to be repeated each time before use as the oil will become thick again.- Avoid using a microwave as the oil may overheat and spoil.- Tips and tricks: You can remove the dropper and use a pipette to extract drops, or a toothpick or needle to extract the desired amount from the bottle.BOTANICAL NAME Pogostemon cablinPART OF THE PLANT EXTRACTED LeafORIGIN IndiaCULTIVATION Organic, certified by ECOCERT® SACHEMOTYPE PATCHOULOLOTHER NAME -EXTRACTION METHOD Steam distillationODOR Woody, herbaceous, aromatic, and spicyCOLOR Pale yellow to brown
Topical (Adults) Mix 1 to 2 drops in 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of vegetable oil; apply topically, 3 times daily. Inhalation (Nervous System) Add 4 to 12 drops to a bowl of warm water or a diffuser. Inhale slowly for 5-10 minutes.
