Introduction about Helichrysum Oil
When it comes to Helichrysum essential oil, the first thing that comes to mind is Helichrysum italicum. In fact, there are many varieties of Helichrysum, and their essential oils have their own characteristics in terms of chemical composition, efficacy and aroma.
To study essential oils, first look at the chemical composition of essential oils. Because there are countless plants in the world. Understanding the chemical composition of essential oils can give you a rough idea of their efficacy. Among them, the following four are more famous. Of course, the most famous Helichrysum essential oil is the Helichrysum essential oil from Corsica, Italy, especially the one with the most golden flowers in July.
Helichrysum italicum essential oil from Corsica. This essential oil contains y-curcumene, which makes Helichrysum italicum essential oil have super strong skin cell regeneration ability. Many skin care products are used to remove wrinkles. In aromatherapy, this essential oil is often added for scar healing and acne treatment. Helichrysum essential oil produced in Corsica contains nerol, which is very effective in treating fungal and fungal infection skin healing. Ketones are extremely effective in wound healing. The uniqueness of Helichrysum essential oil produced in Corsica is its high content of neryl acetate, which can be as high as 45%, giving Helichrysum essential oil excellent antispasmodic effects, and is very effective in treating muscle spasms, severe coughs, and body stiffness.
Helichrysum Essential Oil in Aromatherapy
Helichrysum essential oil is an especially effective essential oil when used in aromatherapy. Helichrysum essential oil in aromatherapy:
- As a sedative and tranquilizer
- Helps relieve colds and coughs
- Relieves symptoms of acne and sores
- Relieves symptoms of eczema and dermatitis
- Soothes minor skin irritations, cuts, bruises and burns
- As an aphrodisiac and antiseptic, relieves symptoms of indigestion
- Helps relieve joint and muscle pain caused by sprains, strains and rheumatoid arthritis
How to Use Helichrysum Essential Oil?
- Massage: Dilute two drops of helichrysum essential oil with fractionated coconut oil to help soothe skin and deliver a vibrant herbal scent
- Diffuse: Diffuse three to four drops of helichrysum essential oil in your home to enjoy its vibrant herbal scent, or mix helichrysum essential oil with two drops of lavender essential oil for a unique diffuser combination for a fresh, relaxing aroma.
- Daily care
Common Recipes
- Recipe for bruises and bumps:
6 drops of Italian helichrysum + 4 drops of lavender + 2 drops of bergamot + 10ml of arnica infused oil/fractionated coconut oil, apply to the affected area twice a day. - Recipe to relieve vivid pain:
4 drops of Italian helichrysum + 2 drops of Damascus rose + 2 drops of benzoin + 10ml of St. John's wort infused oil/fractionated coconut oil. Apply to the heart chakra twice a day, and massage and hold appropriately to fully feel the companionship power of essential oils.
Contraindications:
It has mild effects and no contraindications for external use, but pregnant women and infants should not take it orally. It has a strong smell, sweet and bitter, so it is advisable to start with a low amount when blending to avoid olfactory irritation.
