Patchouli essential oil is produced from dried tropical shrub leaf by ferry processing. As a result, a unique fragrant composition is obtained, filled with warm chip notes. Oil is used in medicine, cooking, cosmetology and aromatherapy. It applies in sexual female practices as an aphrodisiac, and the magic properties of Patchouli have long been legends. It is used as a means of attracting unpretentious wealth and opening money channels.
Description
Patchouli oil is known since the times of Pharaoh Tutankhamon. At the time of his board, 1 kg of gold was given for Pintu Oil. It was so worshi that royal pains included patchouli oil into the list of items that were buried with Pharaohs.
Patchouli oil is produced from the leaf of the shrub of the family of Clanotkov. Malaysia and Indonesia is Malaysia and Indonesia, but modern agricultural engineering allows him to grow it in a moderately continental climate. The leaves of the plant are used in cooking, as well as for flavoring tissues and bed linen.
Patchouli oil is a viscous liquid having a characteristic woody smell. It is insoluble in water and glycerin, well dissolves in alcohol, benzylbenzoate, vegetable and mineral oil. Stable to alkaline and acidic environments. To obtain oil, the leaves are dry, subjected to fermentation and distilled under the influence of steam.
Patchouli oil consists of a patchless alcohol, Kopaene, alpha-patchulen, Bully, Karofillen and Guena. Patchless alcohol and eugenol is responsible for oil properties. For depth, saturation and heart of the fragrance answer alpha-patchules. Useful qualities are due to the presence of group B, tocopherol, routine, macro- and microelements as part of the vitamins. Due to the unique composition, the oil has the properties of aphrodisiac and has long been used to seduce and strengthen sexual desire.
When choosing an oil, it is necessary to pay attention to the physical qualities of the product. Patchouli oil has an increased density. Before use, you need to warm up the bottle in your hands, otherwise there may be problems with removing it from the dispenser. When choosing essential oil, pay attention to the color of the bottle: dark glass does not miss ultraviolet rays and prevents the component oxidation. Pay attention to the manufacturer, the integrity of the packaging and the cost of products.
Patchouli oil is one of the most expensive oils in the world, and confirm the quality of the product will help simply testing. It is necessary to drop on a napkin a few drops of oil. If after 15 minutes the oil stain remains - this indicates the poor quality of the product. Try to acquire essential oils in pharmacies or specialized stores. It will protect you from acquiring a fake and save your money.
Use in medicinal purposes
Ether Patchouli is one of the main ingredients of Asian medicine and perfumery. In addition, it smells perfectly, is also used for the prevention and treatment of various diseases, has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, antiseptic, antifungal properties. In diluted form, it is used as an exciting, toning and relaxing substance. It is also used as a binder, diuretic, warming and antipyretic agent.
Medical properties:
- It has a stimulating effect, enhances immunity and body resistance;
- Enhances metabolic and reducing processes in cells, prevents the appearance of tissue edema;
- It has an antiseptic effect due to the ability to destroy the membranes of viral, bacterial and fungal cells;
- restores the nervous system, it has a tonic effect, helps to cope with stress and depression;
- Reduces the signs of seborrhea and fungal lesion of nails;
- It is used for rubbing, inhalations and point migrations in viral diseases, flu, cold, herpetic manifestations on the skin and lips;
- accelerates fermentation and metabolic processes, contributes to digestion of food in the stomach;
- It has a warming and anesthetic effect during arthritis and arthrosis;
- Stabilizes the work of the endocrine system, contributes to the development of estrogen and progesterone, enhances the sexual attraction in men and libido in women;
- It is used as an anti-inflammatory means in irritation and peeling of the skin, helps to get rid of acne, teenage acne, small scars and colloidal scars;
- enhances the conducting pulses to the neurons of the brain;
- increases the elasticity of the skin, prevents the formation of wrinkles and pigment spots, reduces the effect of free radicals on the upper layers of the skin;
- used for weight loss in the composition of anti-cellulite drugs, scrubics, masks and lotions;
- Strengthens hair bulbs, gives hair strength and gloss, enhances their nutrition and growth.
Contraindications
Contraindications to the use of oil Patchouli does not exist, but When using the funds of traditional medicine and cosmetics, it is necessary to take into account the individual characteristics of the body.
- It is not recommended to use essential oils with an allergic reaction to one of the components of the preparation.
- When fatty liver disease, gallstones, and kidney, obesity third degree should not include the essential oils in the diet.
- It is not recommended to use it for gastritis, peptic ulcer of the stomach and intestines.
- It is contraindicated in asthma and bronchospasm.
- Not recommended for use in neuropsychiatric disorders in the acute phase and after traumatic brain injury.
- Pregnant women are advised not to use the essential oil of patchouli in the first trimester, so as not to provoke allergic reactions in the future child.
For the same reason it is not recommended to include it in the diet of children up to two years.
Application in cosmetology
Patchouli oil - Cosmetic versatile tool that is widely used to moisturize and nourish the skin. Pure patchouli oil has a high concentration, therefore, to use it in its purest form should not.
It is recommended to add a few drops of oil in daily Cosmetic products, shampoo, conditioner, scrub, base oil, and then it will open its own unique properties. But we must remember that the air patchouli very thick, so before applying you must hold the bottle in warm water.
Masks for different skin types.
- Lifting. Patchouli oil has a lifting effect, prevents skin aging, smooths wrinkles and prevents the formation of "crow's feet" around the eyes. For every ten milliliters fundamental base is added one drop of patchouli oil. Facial massage is recommended for at least five minutes. Upon termination must be given the means to absorb and remove remnants carefully dry with a clean cloth. With the help of this procedure it is possible to achieve pronounced lifting effect, subject to the full course of massage.
- Wrinkle. Fine lines, crow's feet and drooping corners of her mouth are responsible for bad mood of many women. In the fight against aging can help patchouli oil. Means slows down the skin aging process, it enhances tissue regeneration, increases turgor, rejuvenates cells and gives a healthy matte face. To prevent wrinkles massage is preferably carried out on the basis of peach, almond oil with a few drops patchouli ether. With increased peeling and dryness can be applied to the skin the composition of the ten milliliters of base oil or glycerol with two drops patchouli oil. Tablespoon of white clay, pour hot milk for 15 minutes. Add a pinch of turmeric and colorless henna, 2-3 drops of ether and lemon juice. Applied on clean skin evenly for half an hour, then rinsed with warm water.
- If you have dry skin. Dry fading skin requires careful regular care, nutrition, protection against ultraviolet rays, temperature drops and precipitation. It is especially important to pay attention to the care of the skin of the face in the winter. To do this, you need to beat the yolk of one egg, add 10-15 g cocoa and a few drops of oil patchouli. All ingredients are mixed to a homogeneous state and apply a uniform layer on the face. Wash off with water, then apply cream.
- With problem skin. Essential oil Patchouli will help get rid of acne, acne and teenage acne. With the help of a cotton stick, it is necessary to apply oil to inflamed areas, avoiding healthy skin. A tablespoon of white or blue clay is diluted with calendula extract, 2 drops of oil patchouli are added and applied to the skin of the face for 10-15 minutes, then washed with warm water. Problem, prone to the formation of pigment spots, skin requires careful cleansing. For this purpose, the mask based on ascorutin, starch and oil patchouli. To the tablespoon of potato starch add chopped tablet ascorotine and 2 drops of oil patchouli. Withstand a means of 10 minutes, wash off with the help of the infusion of green tea.
- For moisturizing. By half the banana, a tablespoon is added to a tablespoon of 15% sour cream and stirred into a homogeneous mass with several drops of vegetable ether. Apply for 15 minutes, wash off warm water with a cosmetic sponge.
- With oily skin. Patchouli oil helps to align the face tone, get rid of pigment spots, black dots, reduce the secretion of the sebaceous glands. To obtain a persistent cosmetology effect, we need to beat two protein of quail eggs with a spoonful of honey, lemon juice and a few patchouli ether.
Before applying the mask, it is necessary to clean the face, unpack over a water bath, apply a mask for 20 minutes and wash off warm water.
- Cosmetic ice The tool will warn the premature aging of the skin, improve the blood supply to the cells, the color of the face, significantly narrows the pores and pull the Y-zone. To prepare ice, it is necessary to add ten drops of mint and patchless oil to a glass of clean water. Pour water in molds and freeze. Use to wip your face in the morning and in the evening.
Patchouli oil helps reduce weight. Inhalation of vapors normalizes the secretion of gastric juice, in connection with which the feeling of satiety comes. It warns overeating and helps reduce weight. For this purpose, aroma lamps, aromaways, aromaconons are used. Aromatherapy sessions can be carried out daily for 10-15 minutes, drunk in aromalamp 3-4 drops of oil.
Aromavandines enhance metabolic processes and remove excess fluid from the body. Such a procedure is carried out throughout the day, adding 20 drops of oil to the bath.
Patchouli oil in the composition of anti-cellulite funds normalizes the turgor of the skin, prevents the formation of an orange crust, helps to acquire desirable forms. Use anti-cellulite creams, lotions, serum with the addition of 10 drops of patchouli per 50 ml of the base substance.
Anti-cellulite wraps with essential oil enhance blood circulation, remove the eath, normalize metabolic processes, increase the body's tone. The wraps are carried out using an anti-cellulite cream or oil by adding 10 drops of patchouli on one wrap. Choose problem areas with food fleet for 40 minutes and are covered with a woolen blanket. The procedure has a relaxing effect and helps restore forces.
Ether Patchouli can be added to green tea or kefir. This activates protective functions, enhances metabolism and helps reduce weight.
Patchouli oil gives shine and healthy view of hair, restores their elasticity after the effects of aggressive means for laying, styling or chemical curling. Promotes the nutrition of the scalp, tones, stimulates blood circulation, reduces the secretion of the sebaceous glands. Apply it for massage the hair part of the head, in the composition of masks and lotions, as an additive to ready-made shampoos, balm and air conditioning. In the process of making masks and other cosmetic products, it is not recommended to use metal dishes to warn oxidation. Dosage should be observed and add oil when all other components are mixed. It is not recommended to use the ether of patchouli as an independent means to avoid burning burns.
For restoration of dry, dull and damaged hair It is recommended to use a mask based on the almond, coconut or oil of wheat germs (2-3 tablespoons) with 5 drops of oil patchouli. Ether patchouli is added to the warm base oil and apply the head of the head and along the entire length of the hair for an hour. Wash off by ordinary shampoo, rinse with the insistency of herbs. The procedure is used by courses 2 times a week. Hair acquire a healthy well-groomed look, become obedient and soft.
To reduce the fatty hair, it is recommended to use a mask based on two whipped yolks, 2-3 spoons of the rapid oil and 5 drops of oil patchouli. The mask is applied to the hairpiece of the head, distributed over the entire length of the hair and put on a plastic hat for an hour. All means based on chicken eggs are piled up a little warm water to prevent protein denaturation.
For hair growth, it is recommended to conduct a massage of the head based on the burial oil. A rosemary, cinnamon, pepper tincture and patchouli are added to the base basis. Apply to fingertips and massage the scalp for 15 minutes. Wash off the shampoo, rinse with decoction of herbs or apple vinegar in proportion two tablespoons per liter of water. The composition stimulates hair bulbs, hair growth, gives them elasticity, prevents the brittleness and cross-section of the tips.
The skin of the hands and stop is exposed to mechanical factors, the effects of microorganisms and viruses. Patchouli oil will help to cope with the negative effect of external factors, restore the upper layers of the dermis and remove inflammatory processes.
Hands Bath promotes skin rejuvenation, gives skin velvety, strengthens the nails, warns the development of infections. In 500 ml of warm water add 3-4 drops of oil patchouli and rosemary. It is maintained for 20 minutes, dried with a towel and cause nutritious cream.
To strengthen the nails, they apply a drop of oil on the nail plate and rubbed to full absorption.
Baths with oil patchouli helps eliminate foot sweating. The procedure is recommended to be carried out before bedtime, pre-wash the legs and treating them with pimples. On 5 liters of water add 20 drops of oil patchouli, the time of the procedure is 15 minutes. Then they need to dry the towel and apply a nourishing cream.
Reviews
Patchouli oil is a unique substance that can replace expensive cosmetology products, the main thing, to use it for its intended purpose and comply with the dosage. Consumer reviews about oil patchouli positive. The agent becomes a kind of "ambulance cosmetology" when it is necessary to put itself in order. It helps to give the skin of the face well-kept look, shine hair, and the nails are strength. With regular use, a persistent cosmetology result can be achieved without using synthetic substances.
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