Cypress Cupressus sempervirens
Specifics
| Country of Origin: France | Extraction Method: Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes | Plant Part: Cones, Leaves, Twigs |
| Aromas: Balsamic, Fresh, Piney, Sweet, Woodsy | Cultivation: Unsprayed |
About
Cypress is astringent and therefore useful for areas of excess fluid. Try adding it to skin care blends for oily skin; it is great to use with a clay mask. It can be great for stopping sweaty feet!
When spasmodic coughing is the concern, smelling a few drops of the oil on a tissue can calm the lungs and can also stop an asthma attack in the beginning stages.
Cypress can be used in a diffuser to bring a lovely, woodsy aroma to the room.
Often used in blends for menstrual symptoms and to reduce cramps. Great for restless leg syndrome.
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Therapeutic Properties
- Anti-infectious
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation, cooling
- Anti-rheumatic - prevents and/or relieves rheumatic pain and swelling
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
- Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
- Astringent - contracts and tightens tissue
- Decongestant/vasoconstrictor - veins and lymph
- Diuretic - aids in reduction of fluids
- Tonic - nervous system
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Calms excessive thinking and talkingSoothes when feeling overwhelmed
Purifies and cleanses both psychically and physically
Eases major life transitions
Assists grief, trauma or transition
Recipe
For Spasmodic Cough
2 drops Cypress
1 drop Frankincense
1 drop Opoponax
Drip into a tissue. Inhale deeply for a few minutes.
References:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
4. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
5. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, Churchill Livingstone, 1995
6. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
7. Tisserand R. The Art of Aromatherapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1977
Safety Issues
If oxidized it may cause skin irritation or sensitisation. Some books say to avoid the essential oil during pregnancy, but there is no research to support this statement.
