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This coniferous Northern temperate regions plant has a long standing history from classical mythology. It’s genus name is cupressus sempervirens and the name can be traced back to old French Cypress. From the myths, Cyprus as a household component was associated with the underworld and eternity.
Cyprus essential oil is derived through steam distillation of the needle bearing tree; its stem, young twigs and the needles. The oil is a stimulating clean and energizing scent with strong energizing properties. The main properties of the oil are carene, limonene, alpha pinene and camphene which is what lends the oil a healing ability.
The Health benefits of Cypress essential oil.
Traditionally, the cypress was believed to cause some emotional cleansing which left the benefactor feeling rejuvenated and with high spirits and a better mood. These qualities can also be said to increase the concentration ability of the users as well as sharpen their intuition for those in the meditative practice. The other major benefits of cypress are;
Antiseptic and anti-bacterial
The oil is a strong curative agent for wounds and sores and will leave them infection free. In the historical times, sufferers would have the leaves ground to a sap and pressed onto the wound and tied up for a day or two and when removed the wound would always have improved remarkably. The oil can also be used for pimples and other bacterial infections of the skin if applied topically mainly due to the camphene it contains.
Diuretic
Cypress essential oil is a great source of relief from internal toxic ailments. It flushes out the toxins in the body leaving the stomach lining, the kidneys and the other internal organs better functioning.
Astringent
As an astringent the oil can cause contraction of the vessels. This is particularly important in cases of excessive bleeding where sufferer may lose too much blood, the use of the essential oil constricts the vessels resulting in clotting of blood which stops its rapid flow.
Anti-rheumatic
Using cypress essential oil for the aged and those suffering from the pains of the joints will greatly alleviate the pain. It works in such a way that it would ease the discomfort of the joints and help lubricate them better for less friction.
Antispasmodic
The muscles and nerves can at times become uncontrollable with effects of certain conditions like coughs and epilepsy. When using the oil, the muscles and the nerves stabilize resulting in less spasmodic movements. It can also help with other involuntary cases like in spasmodic cholera.
Stimulant
The properties of the oil have been described as a feel-good factor. It has emotional healing properties which leave one feeling happy and stress-free. This will greatly reduce other effects of depression and tension of the uscles caused by excessive worry and dark moods. It can be administered to depression rehabilitation patients.
Natural Deodorant
Cypress oil is endowed with a strong aroma which makes it a perfect ingredient in masculine scents and deodorants. The clean scent also makes a refreshing atmosphere around your body making you and those around you bask in the serenity of the moment.
Other benefits of the cypress
The essential oil can be used for a number of other health cases such as;
- Chronic pains
- Increasing blood circulation
- Skin eruptions
- Decreases fluid retention
- Respiratory conditions treatment
Alternative medicine has made use of cypress essential oil in various bacterial case tests and the spicy aroma is recommended for office and home environments. By diffusing 5-7 drops added to warm water will aid in respiratory complications. Before using the oil topically, ensure you carry out a patch test and always dilute it.
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