But Sometimes You do
Goat milk Soap Highlight-Lavender and Patchouli
I have been getting a lot of requests for a lavender and patchouli soap. Well, ya all…..here it is in all it’s glory (with a cute little chick on top cause that is how I roll)!!
I try my best to make soaps that ya all request, it’s even easier when I love the scent as well.
So what’s the big deal about this particular combination, besides the fact that it smells great?
Really, someone needs to invent smell-o-vision for the internet. Anyone…Anyone…Bueller… Bueller……(I think I just dated myself big time).
Anyway…..I talk a lot about the benefits of lavender HERE, so I won’t rehash that, but patchouli has some wonderful qualities as well (after all it is in the same family as lavender, bet you didn’t know that, I didn’t).
Patchouli is part of the mint family (oh, so many good plants in that family).
Patchouli is most commonly used in aromatherapy, so if you have a diffusor, you might want to try a few drops in it for:
- Fatigue
- Anxiety
- Insomnia (combine this with lavender in the diffusor to help lull you to sleep)
- Stress relief (yeah, I need some of that!)
I do love using diffusors, but I am all about the soaps, so what can patchouli do for you in the soaps you buy from us.
- Patchouli is known not only for its soothing properties, which is nice when you are taking a shower or bathing, but it is also anti- inflammatory. It can help relieve chapped skin and reduce the appearance of blemishes and scars. It has been known to help in the treatment of eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and sores.
- The strong sweet, spicy, and musky aroma of this essential oil eliminates or masks body odor.
- Its antibacterial and anti-fungal properties can help protect against infection.
- Its astringent properties help prevent the early onset of sagging skin and hair loss. It can even strengthen gums, although I wouldn’t advise chewing on a bar of soap.
I always find the history of plants interesting. Here are some quickie facts about patchouli that you might find intriguing.
- In the 1800s, the scent of patchouli oil became the benchmark that determined the authenticity of Eastern fabrics like silk, as it was used to protect the fabrics from insects.
- Its high value inspired early European traders to exchange patchouli for gold. One pound of patchouli was worth one pound of gold.
- It was also believed that the Pharaoh Tutankhamen, better known as “King Tut,” was buried with 10 gallons of patchouli essential oil inside his tomb.
- Patchouli essential oil is presently used for various purposes including perfumery, aromatherapy, cosmetic products, home cleaning products, and clothing detergents.
Are there any soap scents that you would like me to try and make? I leave a comment and let me know!
We have a few different ones coming down the pipeline that use infusions of herbs from the farm including a cinnamon basil soap that I will be making soon.