Cypress essential oil

Cypress

Cypress is an evergreen coniferous tree, shaped like a pyramid, with a maximum age of 2,000 years and a height of up to 30 meters. It has small fruit in the form of cones and non-prickly, scaly leaves. Algeria, Egypt, Africa are considered the birthplace of growth. Essential oil is obtained from young shoots using steam distillation.

Sweet balsamic aroma, pine and earthy.

It has antiseptic, soothing, insecticidal, deodorizing, anti-cellulite properties. Antimicrobial, expectorant, tonic properties. It has a beneficial effect on the body with varicose veins, edema, obesity, nervous tension, bronchitis, menopause, rash. Removes toxins from the body. Suitable for all hair types, problem and oily skin, as well as massage and bath.

For hot and cold inhalations, one drop of ether will be enough; the duration of the procedure should not exceed 5 minutes. For massage, add 4 drops of cypress to 20 ml of base, use 2 times a day for asthma, convulsions, arthritis, bronchitis. For acne, apply on top of the affected area.

Forbidden during pregnancy and lactation, children under the age of three. The dosage should be observed and a skin test done before using the oil.