Cypress Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Cupressus sempervirens
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Needles and twigs
Note Classification: Middle
Aroma: Woody, warm, slightly spicy
Largest Producing Countries: Spain , France , and Morocco
Traditional Use: Employed in some pharmaceutical products; used as a fragrance component in colognes, aftershaves and perfumes.
Properties: Antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antisudorific, astringent, calmative, cicatrisive, deodorant, diuretic, hepatic, respiratory tonic, restorative, styptic, sudorific, and vasoconstrictor.
Benefits: Asthma, bronchitis, cellulite, circulation, coughs, dysmenorrhea, excessive perspiration, fluid retention, hemorrhoids, insect repellent, liver disorders, menopausal problems, menorrhagia, menstrual problems, muscular cramp, nervous tension, oily and over hydrated skin, poor circulation, pyorrhea (bleeding of the gums), rheumatism, spasmodic coughing, stress related conditions, varicose veins, and wounds.
Blends Well With: Benzoin, bergamot, cardamom, cedarwood, chamomile roman, clary sage, eucalyptus (all), frankincense, geranium, juniper, labdanum, lavender, lemon, lime, mandarin, marjoram, orange, pine, ravensara, rosemary, sandalwood, and tea tree.
Of Interest: The cross of Jesus is thought to have been made of cypress. In Greek sempervirens means “lives forever” and refers to the ancient reverence for this tree as a precious medicine and purification incense.
Safety Data: Non toxic, non irritant, and non sensitizing. Its use while pregnant is not recommended.