Helichrysum Essential Oil

Helichrysum essential oil, also known as Everlasting or Immortelle, is renowned for its profound healing and stabilizing properties. With its earthy, warming aroma, this oil offers exceptional benefits for emotional balance, skin health, and recovery from physical trauma.

Botanical name	Helichrysum angustifolium
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Family	Asteraceae Family
Characteristics	A pale-yellow, oily liquid with an earthy, warming aroma.
Note	Base note
Used in blend(s)
Plant parts used	Flowering tops
Method of extraction	Steam distillation, hand-picked at sunrise
Folklore & History	Helichrysum, with its bright yellow flowers that resemble little golden suns, derives its name from the Greek words Helios (sun) and chrysos (gold). Originally distilled in the former Yugoslavia and primarily used to fragrance pipe tobaccos, its remarkable therapeutic properties were discovered for aromatherapy in the 1990s.
Origin	Madagascar
Properties	Helichrysum essential oil is celebrated for its anti-hematoma, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, cicatrisant, hepatic, and mucolytic properties. It supports the nervous system by alleviating emotional crisis, mental and emotional exhaustion, and insomnia, promoting a grounding and stabilizing effect on the mind and spirit. In the muscular/skeletal system, it aids in recovery from strains, sprains, tissue trauma, and rheumatoid arthritis. Its circulatory benefits include reducing severe bruising, varicose veins, and edema. For the respiratory system, it relieves sinusitis, bronchitis, and coughs. Additionally, it stimulates the liver and gallbladder in the lymphatic system and offers exceptional healing properties for the skin, addressing conditions such as dermatitis and psoriasis.
Contraindications	Considered non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing. Always consult a healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant or have underlying health conditions.
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