Description
Cypress Essential Oil (Cupressus sempervirens)
Cypress Essential Oil gives strength and calm to the nervous system, cleansing the spirit. It is useful for any condition where there is an excess of fluid due to its astringent effects. It can help to regulate the reproductive system. It has a deodorant and astringent effect onthe skin, making it useful for excessive perspiration and oily skin.
A tall evergreen tree, Cypress was highly valued as both incense and medicine. It was dedicated by the Egyptians and Romans to gods of the underworld. Its actions are stimulating, uplifting and cooling as well as being constricting to the circulatory system.
Common name | Cypress |
Botanical name | Cupressus sempervirens |
Method of Extraction | Steam distilled |
Plant Part | needles and twigs |
Country of Origin | Spain |
Note | Middle-Base |
Blends well with | bergamot, cedarwood, clary sage, lavender, lemon, mandarin, marjoram, orange, pine, sandalwood |
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