How to Dilute Patchouli Oil
Patchouli essential oil is made from a plant, originally from India, where it is known as puchaput. It was popularized in Europe during the 1800s and again rose to infamy in the Unites States during the 1960's when "flower children" and "hippies" wore the scent religiously. It has a strong aroma and gets even stronger in scent over time. So if you are interested in utilizing patchouli for its aromatherapy properties (which are many--anti-depressant, antiviral, digestive, diuretic, as well as fungicidal--to name a few), then applying the full-strength oil, in small doses, might be recommended. For all other applications of the oil, you should dilute it. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- An organic carrier oil such as jojoba oil, almond oil, grape seed oil or olive oil.
Instructions
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The safe dilution of patchouli essential oil:
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Choose an organic carrier oil.
Jojoba oil has the greatest trans-dermal properties of all the carrier oils, which means that the benefits reported to be present with any essential oil, when added to the carrier, will find the greatest absorption rate into your skin. -
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Mix 25 drops of the patchouli oil with 2 oz. of jojoba oil.
This is a great massage blend; a subtle aromatherapy treatment that can be applied to your pulse points directly on the skin--under your neck glands and inside wrists. The aroma can also be dispersed into the atmosphere of your home through an air diffuser. -
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Put eight drops of patchouli essential oil in one tub of bathwater as another way to enjoy a softer application of this oil.
This makes for a safe, pleasant and therapeutic soak.
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Tips & Warnings
Some people find the scent of undiluted patchouli oil to be unpleasant. In such cases, lessening the potency might be all that is needed for the fragrance experience to be tolerable--especially if you are wearing it for medicinal reasons. Patchouli oil, even diluted, will still have the therapeutic effects. It is recommended to buy organic 100 percent patchouli essential oil for all dilutions. That way, you are assured that there are no toxic chemicals involved in your aromatherapy treatments.
If there is eye contact with patchouli essential oil, flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. If patchouli essential oil is accidentally ingested, drink milk or water to dilute, and seek medical attention if negative symptoms continue. Pure patchouli oil will stain clothing. Be aware of how and where you apply it. Be cautious with the use of essential oils during pregnancy.
