HELICHRYSUM PURE ESSENTIAL OIL
Helichrysum gymnocephalum
Also known as the Everlasting Flower, Helichrysum gymnocephalum has bright yellow clusters of golden flowers that occur in several species within this genus. It occurs in Southern Africa, the oil appears in glandular trichomes on the flower petals, sepals, bracts and leaves. It produces a rich, sweet, floral, earthy, menthol essential oil when steam distilled from the flowers and leaves.
Helichrysum gymnocephalum has vast amounts of 1,8-cineole, similar to Eucalyptus globulus and radiata, Cinnamosma fragrans, Niaouli, Laurel Leaf and Ravintsara essential oils. This chemical substance imbues the oil with mucolytic and spasmolytic actions on the respiratory tract that are proven for efficacy in bronchitis and the unclogging of phlegm. Because of the cineole in this oil, Helichrysum should not be used for children. A better alternative would be the Cedarwood essential oils that are milder for respiratory infections.
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The merits of this oil
Tinnitus and nerves: It was observed that a person with tinnitus experienced an improvement of symptoms with a couple of drops each of H. italicum and H. gymnocephalum on a cotton wad over the opening to the ear canal. Never put essential oils inside your ears.
Respiratory calmer: Effective for respiratory infections of bronchitis and chest tightness. You could make your own chest massage balm with Olive, Avocado or Sweet Almond and include Helichrysum gymnocephalum essential oil. This will help to unclog and soothe your respiratory tracts. Steam inhalation would also be excellent.
Emotionally uplifting and calming: Diffuse or massage Helichrysum to improve your emotional equilibrium.
Strong disinfectant cleanser: With strong anti-viral and bacterial actions, Helichrysum is proven effective at eradicating viruses in the air and on surfaces. A couple of drops with pure water in a diffuser for an hour is excellent for cleansing the air in your living areas.
Skin beauty healer: Include a couple of drops in your skin lotions to improve the appearance of your skin tone.
Dermatitis: This oil is excellent for dermatitis and could be included in your skin lotions or blend of oils for this purpose.
Menstrual cramping: Massage your lower stomach and back with a blend of Helichrysum and Sweet Almond oil.
Sore muscles, joints, arthritis and gout: This oil is excellent for sore muscles and arthritic joints.
Analgesic, anti-infectious, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-malarial, anti-septic, anti-viral, astringent, decongestant, disinfectant, expectorant, immuno-stimulant, mucolytic, stimulant, stomachic, tonic actions, amenorrhoea, dysmenorrhoea, herpes, blennorrhagia, angina, galactorrhoea, goitre, headaches, herpes, rickets, varicose veins.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
The information on this website is for informational and educational purposes only. Information or products discussed are not meant to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent any disease or illness. Please approach a health practitioner before making changes to your diet, taking supplements or using essential oils that may interfere with medications.
