Description

Helichrysum is a stunningly beautiful therapeutic essential oil that makes an excellent addition to skin care formulas; its aroma is rich, pungent, warm, sweet herbaceous and very diffusive, with honey and tea-like, earthy undertones and possesses outstanding tenacity.

Ingredients: Helichrysum Italicum Flower Oil

Botanical Name: Helichrysum italicum

Plant Part: Flowers

Extraction Method: Steam

Description: The Helichrysum Italicum plant grows wild in Mediterranean regions. It can be found in regions with dry, high altitudes with a lot of sun exposure.

Color: Light Yellow

Common Uses: Helichrysum essential oil is credited by aromatherapists as being effective for abscesses, acne, bruises, boils, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, irritated skin and wounds. It is also reputed to be an uplifting, spiritual oil.

Note: Base

Strength of Aroma: Medium to Strong

Aromatic Scent: Helichrysum has a powerful scent that can be described as a floral mint. It is both earthy and fresh.

History: The word Helichrysum is derived from the Greek word helios meaning sun and chrysos meaning gold. This is a reference to the golden color of many of the flowers from this botanical genus. Helichrysum has been used since the time of the ancient Greeks for its great wound healing ability, and was used often after battles.