Aromatherapy Essential Oil of Helichrysum

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Essential Oil of Helichrysum (Helichrysum angustifolium) Abbr: Hel    [to top of page]
The plant is strongly aromatic herb that grows up to 60 cm tall with a multi-branched stem. It has needle-like leaves and brightly coloured flowers that dry out as the plant matures. Yet retain their colour. Also known as Italian Everlasting and Immortelle.
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Odour of Essential Oil of Helichrysum: Powerful, rich, honey-like.
Colour of Essential Oil of Helichrysum: Pale yellow and sometimes reddish.
Source of Essential Oil of Helichrysum: Flowers and flower tops.
Method of Extraction of Helichrysum: Steam distillation.
Properties of Essential Oil of Helichrysum: Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Astringent, Diuretic, Expectorant, Fungicide, Hepatic, Nervine, Sedative.
Circulatory: Edema, fluid retention.
Digestion: Bile - lacking, spleen congestion.
Genito-Urinary: Fluid retention.
Immune: Colds, flu.
Lymphatic: Lymph congestion, water retention.
Muscular: Abdominal pain, aches and pains, backache, bruises, cramps, fibromyalgia, muscle pain, muscle spasms, muscle stiffness, sprains, strains.
Nervous: Anxiety, depression, exhaustion, stress related problems.
Respiratory: Bronchitis, congestion, cough, respiratory problems.
Skeletal: Arthritis, bone healing, joint inflammations, joint pain, rheumatism.
Skin: Acne, boils, bruises, skin tone.
Medical Terms: Arthritis.
Mental/Emotional Symptoms: Anxiety, depression, exhaustion, tension.
Comments on Helichrysum: Helichrysum is in very short supply worldwide. Europeans for centuries have used this amazing oil to support respiratory health. It has been known to assist in promoting overall good health and for enhancing proper skin, respiratory, muscle and joint function. The finest Helichrysum comes from Madagascar. Madagascan Helichrysum has a different odor from the European variety of italicum, but the properties are equally beneficial. Helichrysum is sometimes referred to as "everlasting". Supports the musculoskeletal, respiratory, glandular and immune systems. It is an excellent detoxifier and support for a healthy epidermis. This is one plant that does not do as well when imported and grown in different conditions from its native Madagascar, although plants cultivated in Italy, Yugoslavia, Spain, France and other countries are still found to be very useful.

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