Something from the history of patchouli.
While reading the list of components of aromatic compositions, many do not realize that the patchouli in their composition is a herbaceous shrub. It reaches 1 m in height and grows on the territory of modern Malaysia.
Eastern medicine has long known and uses patchouli as an excellent stimulant and antiseptic with the strongest effect. Indian medicine to this day uses the patchouli extract in the composition of medicines that treat snake bites, and also as a means against moths when transporting expensive tissues. Healers of Arabia used patchouli oil as an antipyretic for fever. The remoteness of the places of growth of this plant contributed to the fact that in Europe, patchouli became known only in the 19th century, when merchants brought eastern fabrics exuding this exquisite aroma. The scent of patchouli has characteristic notes: earthy hues with an element of humidity, it scares off insects.
Perfumery was widely spread and developed in Europe of the 19th century, and perfumers began to use the extract of patchouli leaves for aromatic compositions. At one time the scent of patchouli in Europe was so popular that even a legend about its miraculous properties arose. Noble ladies believed that patchouli has the ability to attract the attention of men, and therefore used fragrant water from patchouli as perfumes for their body, clothes and boudoir.
Healing properties and use of patchouli.
In our time, patchouli gives a warm train and sharpness to chypre fragrances, and is successfully used in both men's and women's perfumes. They give the perfume compositions exquisite oriental notes. Patchouli is easy to hear in such famous perfumes as "Chanel No. 5", "Shalimar" from Guerlain and "Miss Dior Cherie".
Unconventional medicine to this day uses patchouli in the treatment of skin diseases such as eczema, epidermophytia. Small cuts of the skin and injuries will heal faster if the cream is enriched with patchouli oil and smeared with a damaged area.
Cosmetology uses patchouli for the effect of natural skin tightening. The skin acquires smoothness and elasticity, and the refreshing action of the oil helps to open the pores of the skin, which becomes velvety and tender.
Another property of patchouli oil is the ability to reduce appetite, remove excess water and slag from the body, which is necessary when weight is reduced. That is why it is a part of tablets and various creams for weight loss. Patchouli extract also improves metabolism and skin breathing. Creams with patchouli oil - an excellent tool for fighting cellulite.
Patchouli oil is well used in aromatic lamps, especially for romantic encounters. This fragrance helps "tune in to the wave" and perfectly stimulates sexual activity in both sexes. These properties of the oil successfully use aromatherapy to correct functional disorders of the sexual sphere, and psychotherapists know that patchouli oil gives a good effect in depressive states, chronic fatigue syndrome, asthenia.
It is good to apply patchouli and in home therapy: for example, if you need to decontaminate the room, you need to add a few drops of oil in the water for wet cleaning. The constant use of this tool will promote a good mood, and the mole will disappear from your cabinets. Bath with patchouli oil is an excellent remedy for fatigue. For its preparation, add 5-6 drops of oil to warm water.
Contraindications.
Despite all the miraculous properties of patchouli, there are contraindications: the substance contained in leaves of patchouli is the strongest stimulator of muscle activity, therefore it can not be used for serious gastrointestinal (GI) and pregnancy diseases.