Guide to Cypress Essential Oil
Guide to Cypress Essential Oil
Cypress tree is an evergreen tree found mainly in the mediterranean regions. Cypress oil is obtained from the twigs and leaves (needles) of the cypress tree and has various health benefits including a calming and soothing effect on the body.
Scientific Name/Botanical name: Cupressus sempervirens
Oil Origin: Leaves and twigs
Consistency: Thin
Extraction: Steam distillation
Aroma: Fresh, woody, and herbaceous
Odor strength: Medium
Color: Colorless to pale yellow
Benefits
Ways to use
Foot bath
Removes excess fluid from the body and controls sweaty feet
Steamer or vaporizer
Helpful in vapor therapy to ease all breathing difficulties
Topical application or massage
When used in a massage oil cypress helps to calm an angry, irritable and stressed-out person, clears skin and helps reduce menstrual pain and swelling associated with varicose veins.
Recommended Essential Oil Blend:
Ginger essential oil blends well with all citrus and woody notes. Other oils that we recommend are, Eucalyptus, Patchouli, Neroli essential oils
Recommended Carrier oils:
Safety
- Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and sensitive areas.
- Never apply essential oils to the skin or scalp directly. It is highly recommended to dilute the oil using a carrier oil to avoid skin irritation.
- Never intake essential oils orally.
- Do a patch test before topical use to make sure there are no allergic reactions to any essential oil.
- If you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication; consult a physician before use.
- Keep away from pets and children.