Helichrysum

Helichrysum italicum

100% PURE & NATURAL, STEAM DISTILLED

Parts Used: Whole plant

Chakra Association: Third Eye

Note Classification: Base

Aroma: Sweet, earthy, floral, green

Origin: Bosnia, Wildcrafted

Traditional Use: Perfumery, Stain remover

Properties: Anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-spasmodic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, nerve stimulant.

Mental, Emotional Effects: Lifts spirit, eases mind, stimulates brain activity, aids in mental clarity, helps with dream memory and insight

Benefits: Bruising, burns, colds, cough, fever, mature and dry skin, muscular aches and pains, nervous exhaustion, scarring, sprains, stretch marks, sunburns, wounds.

Blends Well With: Tea tree, thyme, vetiver, ylang ylang, oregano, palmarosa, rose, rosemary, clove, cypress, juniper, neroli, oakmoss, chamomile, lavender, geranium, bergamot, black pepper, citrus oils, clary sage.

Of Interest: Helichrysum is a relative of the sunflower.  The name comes from the Greek “helio” meaning “sun” and the “chrysso” meaning “gold”.  The common name, “immortelle” comes from the long-lasting blooms of the plant.

Safety Data: Generally Considered Safe.  For external use only.

For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Colour:  Pale yellow
Odour:  Complies

Specific Gravity (g/cm3) (0.880-0.90) RESULT:  0.888
Refractive Index (1.473-1.485) RESULT:  1.476
Optical Rotation (0 - +10) RESULT:  +4.0
Curcumene, gamma 15.6%
Pinene, alpha 23.6%
Caryophyllene, beta 8.0%