Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Helichrysum
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Helichrysum italicum flowers
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Helichrysum essential oil.
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- Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum)
Helichrysum (or immortelle) oil comes from the flowers of the Helichrysum italicum (Helichrysum angustifolium) plant. It has a fruity scent. It has anti-inflammatory and diuretic effects.
Properties
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Pain
[edit | edit source]Relieves arthritis and rheumatism.
Respiratory
[edit | edit source]Relieves asthma, bronchitis and symptoms of cold and flu.
Skin
[edit | edit source]Improves acne, dermatitis and scars.
Caution
[edit | edit source]- Don't use Helichrysum oil on children.