Cypress Essential Oil Uses & Benefits

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In ancient Egypt, Cypress was believed to have powerful protective forces and was used as a symbol to represent life after death. Likewise, the Ancient Greeks and Romans also viewed Cypress as a symbol of longevity, and used its leaves to treat various health complaints such as diarrhoea, internal bleeding and menstrual related disorders.

The benefits of Cypress were also recognised by ancient Assyrians, and they used the leaves to treat haemorrhoids.

Extracted via steam distillation from the needles and twigs of the Cupressus sempervirens botanical species, Cypress Essential Oil carries a refreshing and evergreen essence that is best described as balsamic and slightly sweet.

Cypress Blue Essential Oil: Cypress Blue Essential Oil is a native Australian Essential Oil that carries a woody and slightly spicy aroma. Whilst both Cypress Blue Essential Oil and Cypress Essential Oil are from the same botanical family, the two oils are from different botanical species, meaning that they have completely different benefits and aromas. Below we will discuss the uses and benefits of Cypress Essential Oil.

Benefits of Cypress Essential Oil for Medicinal Use

• Cypress Essential Oil has proven to be an effective vasoconstrictor, meaning that it assists in narrowing dilated blood vessels such as veins or broken capillaries that may appear on the face.
• The diuretic and detoxifying properties within this oil work to ease fluid retention and cellulite.
• These benefits also make it effective in easing pain associating with muscular cramps, spasms, period pain, arthritis and rheumatism.
• Other Cypress Oil benefits are believed to alleviate excessive coughing. This is because the antispasmodic and mild sedative properties relax the respiratory nerve endings. These benefits, along with the powerful antibacterial activity, also makes it a great essential oil for congestion and other cold and flu-like symptoms.
• The antibacterial properties, along with the antimicrobial activity further makes it effective for cleaning cuts and wounds.

Benefits of Cypress Essential Oil for Cosmetic Use

• Other skin related benefits of Cypress Essential Oil are known to balance oily skin types.
• As a natural astringent, Cypress Essential Oil is known to reduce the appearance of oil on the skin without drying the surface.
• The antibacterial and antimicrobial properties also work to treat acne by addressing built up bacteria in the pores.

Benefits of Cypress Essential Oil in Aromatherapy

• In aromatherapy, Cypress Essential Oil is highly valued for its strengthening and fortifying abilities that help to encourage positive thinking.
• For this reason, it is a favoured essential oil for those experiencing menopausal or other hormonal related issues.
• It is also believed to relax the mind and quieten the body while releasing any nervous tension.
• In addition, Cypress Oil is commonly used to treat symptoms associated with stress.

Diffusing: One of the most common ways to use Cypress Essential Oil is in an aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporizer.
Inhaling: For those who do not own a diffuser or vaporizer, many of the Cypress Oil benefits can be received by directly inhaling the aroma from the bottle; just be sure to avoid direct contact with the skin as this may result in irritation.
Warm Bath: Cypress Oil can be added to a warm bath to create a soothing and relaxing environment.
Cleansing Shower: You can also add a drop to each corner of your shower, the aroma will rise with the steam to create a calm atmosphere.

Massage: To create a Cypress infused massage oil simply dilute a few drops into a carrier oil or base massage oil and rub into sore areas.
Skin Serum: Add a few drops to a carrier oil to create a skin serum.
Moisturiser: For those who want to receive the skin-related benefits of Cypress Essential Oil but do not want an oil-based formulation, add a few drops to a base moisturiser.

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While essential oils are natural products, they are extremely potent and can cause serious harm if used incorrectly. For this reason, we recommend the following:

• In line with the Therapeutic Goods Act, we do not recommend ingesting essential oils without the guidance of a registered Aromatherapist or Naturopath.
• Avoid using Cypress Essential Oils during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding.
• We recommend storing your Essential Oils in a cool, dry place at room temperature, ensuring that they are not directly exposed to sunlight and are out of reach of children or pets.
• Cypress Essential Oil is very concentrated and is likely to cause irritation or reactions if applied directly to the skin. For this reason, it is important to first dilute your essential oils before using topically (on the skin). Our recommended dilution percentages can be found under the ‘Directions for Use’ section.

Tanu, B & Harpreet, K, 2016, ‘Benefits of essential oils’, Journal Of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research, vol. 8, no. 6, pp. 143 – 149

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any illness.