Helichrysum Gymnocephalum
Helichrysum gymnocephalumThis Helichrysum essential oil has a cool, fresh, clean, and camphorous aroma with a medicinal quality to it.
Helichrysum Gymnocephalum essential oil is stimulating and energizing especially good for respiratory conditions.
Studies show antimicrobial potential against sarcina lutea and staphylococcus. It is an anti-inflammatory, can reduce pain, and helps treat many kinds of infections.
Also used as an aphrodisiac, stimulant, and for its antiseptic properties.
Helichrysum gymnocephalum comes from the same Asteraceae Family as the more expensive Helichrysum italicum , but they both have very different constituents and cost profiles.
Botanical Name: Helichrysum gymnocephalum
Part Typically Used: Flowering heads
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Class: Ether
Country of Origin: Madagascar
Typical Main Constituents
1,8 Cineole – 70%
Terpinen-4-ol – 3%
alpha-Pinene – 3%
beta-Pinene – 2%
para-Cymene – 2%
gamma-Terpinene – 2%
Limonene – 1%
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Antitussive, Astringent, Expectorant and Stimulant.
Blends well with: Cistus, lavenders, oakmoss, clary sage, Peru balsam, clove and citrus oils.
Special Use: Helichrysum Gymnocephalum has a very high concentration of 1,8 cineole, also known as eucalyptol, one of the main components of eucalyptus essential oil. As a consequence, Helichrysum Gymnocephalum is a great aid in treating bronchitis, clearing congestion, and healing the respiratory system.
Respiratory System: Asthma, whooping cough, chronic coughs and bronchitis.
Nervous system: Depression, Nervous Exhaustion & Debility, Neuralgia, Lethargy.
Immune System: General use for colds, flu and fever.
Musclular system: General aches & pains, Sprains & Strains.
General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations
- Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
- Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
- People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
- Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.
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