Cypress Essential Oil: 

Cypress Essential Oil has a woody, slightly spicy and evergreen-fresh odour. It is  antirheumatic, antiseptic and antispasmodic, and for this reason, can be helpful in treating asthma. A truly versatile oil. 

In aromatherapy Cypress essential oil is thought to help people through times of change, soothing and calming the mood. It works well on excess fluids in general, and helps in cases of bronchitis and coughs. It is used to treat varicose veins and to regulate the menstrual cycle, and ease period pain.

Cosmetically, Cypress essential oil is fairly astringent, and provides a toning effect to the skin. It is a powerful antibacterial and antimicrobial, and helps to clear the bacteria causing blemishes such as acne.  Use diluted on face and/or body.

Some benefits of Cypress essential oil:

• Antibacterial and antimicrobial
• Offers powerful stress relief
• Helpful in treatment of asthma (seek professional advice)
• Aids respiratory health, supporting conditions like bronchitis, asthma, and cough
  
• Stimulates blood flow and reduces inflammation
• Helpful against varicose veins 
• Astringent action, helping clear the bacteria that causes acne (use diluted)

Suggested Uses:

• Use in diffusers and room sprays to create a stress-busting atmosphere
• As this oil helps balance oil production, use in creams and lotions designed for troubled skin such as acne prone
• Make a steam inhalation to help ease symptoms of bronchitis, asthma and coughs
• Add to massage preparations to offer relief to achy, inflamed joints
• Products for feet and legs, as this oil is thought to help bring relief to varicose veins
• Balms for cuts and grazes

Product Information:

Inci: Cupressus Sempervirens

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Part of Plant: Needles and twigs

Family: Cupressaceae

Colour: Pale yellow

Scent: Herbaceous, evergreen, woody

Note: Middle

Oils To Blend With:  Citrus, floral, spicy and woodsy oils