Properties |
Cypress oil has a masculine woody and a spicy smell. It is slightly pale yellow in colour and has watery viscosity. |
Origin |
It originated in the east but now is mostly found in Mediterranean region. |
Extraction |
It is extracted with the help of steam distillation. |
Chemical composition |
Camphene, cymene, pinene, sabinol and terpinolene. |
Therapeutic properties |
astringent, antiseptic, antispasmodic, diuretic, respiratory tonic, sedative and vasoconstrictor. |
Uses |
- Cypress oil is used for its calming and soothing effect.
- Cypress oil is beneficial in conditions of excess fluid, such as fluid retention, bleeding, heavy menstruation and perspiration and in hemorrhages.
- As it is a good antispasmodic, it is very useful for asthma, bronchitis, emphysema and influenza.
- This oil is also used for relieving muscular cramps, arthritis and rheumatism.
- It is also beneficial wounds and people having oily skin.
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Precautions |
- Cypress oil should be avoided during pregnancy.
- Before using it as a massage blend, a skin patch test must be done.
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Blends with |
Bergamot, Clary sage, Frankincense, Juniper, Lavender, Marjoram, Pine, Rosemary, Sandalwood and all the citrus oils. |
