We love Helichrysum; it’s in some of our favorite blends such as Deep Relief™, but it’s also fabulous on its own. A little bit earthy, a little bit herby, its invigorating aroma can chase away the sluggish energy in a room. And that’s just the start of the dozens of ways this essential oil is a multitasking all-star.
It may be a must-have, but this rare plant is also a little mysterious, so we’re giving you eight facts and tips about this favorite essential oil for your inner botanist! Go ahead and use them to flex your EO knowledge at your next party—you’re sure to establish yourself among your friends as the essential oil guru.
1. Helichrysum flowers are sometimes called Immortelle, or the Everlasting Flower, possibly because of the way its essential oil can smooth the appearance of fine lines and uneven skin tone. Home spa night, anyone?
2. Helichrysum is a self-seeding plant in the sunflower family. It grows native in rocky and sandy terrains throughout the Mediterranean. If you love Helichrysum oil, you should probably book a Mediterranean vacation to go see it for yourself ASAP. Just saying.
3. The word “helichrysum” comes from Latin and Greek roots, meaning “gold spiral.” Its beautiful, tiny golden blossoms definitely deserve the name.
4. Hit a slump? Throw some Helichrysum essential oil and Eucalyptus Radiata into your diffuser. The fresh, earthy, invigorating scent will perk your space right up and help you refocus on that mile-long to-do list. It probably wouldn’t hurt during homework time either.
5. Tiny flowers mean tiny yields of essential oil. We steam distill the delicate blossoms of this plant, and while we don’t get much oil from each distillation, that oil has a rich and complex profile of the naturally occurring constituents neryl acetate, gamma-curcumene, and alpha-pinene.
7. Helichrysum is typically harvested wild from the rocky shores of Croatia’s Dalmatia region, but Young Living’s helichrysum is cultivated at our farm in Split, Croatia. By cultivating this rare plant, Young Living is helping to protect it from exploitation and overharvesting. In using our Helichrysum essential oil, you’re helping support sustainable agriculture. Doesn’t that feel good?
8. Skin dull and dry from time out in the sun? Help revive it with a soothing, aromatic combination of Helichrysum, Lavender, and coconut oil. Gently massage the mixture onto your skin, then kick back with a honey-lavender lemonade for a total inside-out reprieve from the heat.
Ready to blend Helichrysum with your other favorite oils? Check out these related posts on 6 straight up clever ways to use Spearmint essential oil and All About Cedarwood!
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I've never been able to try Helichrysum oil yet. It sounds very exciting with being able to refocus and get back on task. This would be a great benefit not only for me but many others. I would be very excited if I were to Win a bottle of this oil. 😊
My daughter and i are interested in making a facial skin care product. Unfortunatly we live too far apart to share a bottle, therefore we need 2 bottles. I was looking into purchasing one for her as a college graduation gift. This contest would allow us both the opportunity to use this oil. What a wonderful opportunity.
My friend Robin talks about how terrific it is! Hoping to win a bottle of this Awesomeness and see for myself!
I want to try Helichrysum.
I would like to try it on my skin.
Love helichrysum.
My daughter and i are very curious about this oil. We both would like to try it mostly to make as a facial skin care product. Unfortunatly, we live far apart from one another and cannot share. The cost is a bit steep for us to buy 2 bottles. I was looking into this oil to give to her for graduating college. Maybe we will be fortunate to win the contest and that would allow for both of us to have a bottle. Buy one, win one...;)
I was just discussing Helichrysum with a friend today! Are you reading my mind? I would love to try it on my fine lines. 🙏🏼
I'm new to Young Living Essential oils, but excited to try helichrysum!
Helichrysum is one of my favorite oils! It is wonderful. Every blend and single oil it is in is fabulous! I enjoy the deep relief roll on too. Very handy to carry in my purse and always have it ready!