Patchouli may seem like a throw back to the incense-clouded 60's but it's been popular for centuries. It's got a heady, earthy smell that's useful for a lot more than trying to cover up marijuana fumes. Not surprisingly, it's burnt as incense in temples and used to help "grounding" during meditation. It's actually a member of the mint family and is used for of all things--flavoring beverages! Patchouli can be used directly or mixed with a carrier oil to help with skin problems like acne, dandruff, athlete's foot plus to help healing and reduce scarring. And if that's not enough, it's a key ingredient in the famous perfume "Tabu". Who knew.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Patchouli
Patchouli may seem like a throw back to the incense-clouded 60's but it's been popular for centuries. It's got a heady, earthy smell that's useful for a lot more than trying to cover up marijuana fumes. Not surprisingly, it's burnt as incense in temples and used to help "grounding" during meditation. It's actually a member of the mint family and is used for of all things--flavoring beverages! Patchouli can be used directly or mixed with a carrier oil to help with skin problems like acne, dandruff, athlete's foot plus to help healing and reduce scarring. And if that's not enough, it's a key ingredient in the famous perfume "Tabu". Who knew.
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