Helichrysum essential oil, also known as Immortelle, is sourced from Corsica, a Mediterranean island known for its pristine environment. Corsica is home to premium quality Helichrysum italicum flowers, which are harvested by hand and processed through certified organic distillation methods to produce this phenomenal aroma-therapeutic oil.
Helichrysum essential oil is widely used for its therapeutic properties. It aids in healing surgical scars, burns, and bruises and is also used in massage therapy for strained muscles, sports-related muscular aches and pains, arthritis, and rheumatism. As a wonder oil, Helichrysum is a powerful addition to massage blends, helping to relieve pain and inflammation.
Helichrysum oil is also highly beneficial in with a wide range of skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, rosacea, acne, cuts, scrapes, burns, and wounds. It is also highly regarded in anti-aging formulations, helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and promote healthy, youthful-looking skin.
The major components present in Helichrysum italicum are alpha-pinene, neryl acetate, gamma-curcumene, and di-ketones called italidiones. Helichrysum oil from Corsica has a high level of neryl acetate (35.97%) and italidiones, making it a powerhouse of essential oils with exceptional therapeutic benefits.
- Italidiones are thought to be potent aids in stimulating tissue regeneration. Italidiones are found in no other essential oil and are unique to Helichrysum italicum.
- Neryl acetate gives distinct, relaxing effects that may reduce tension of the tissues in the area of trauma or injury.
- gamma-curcumene is a powerful anti-inflammatory.
"The pain-reducing, analgesic, and regenerative effect of everlasting (Helichrysum) is unique: If applied in time, it prevents hemorrhaging. It is also very effective for joint pain..." - Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt,
Advanced Aromatherapy.
Blend Helichrysum with Foraha and Rose Hip carrier oil to care for wounds, scars or wrinkles. Shirley Price says blending with Evening Primrose can accelerate healing of bed sores and return elasticity to thin aged skin.
Many aromatherapy sources agree Helichrysum italicum is THE oil of choice for situations of emotional trauma, as well as depression, nervous exhaustion, and stress related conditions.
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