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.
6. Hitting the gym? One of our top Helichrysum oil uses is sports massage. Add a few drops of Helichrysum and Peppermint to V-6™ Vegetable Oil Complex and knead into muscles wherever you need it. Believe us—that treadmill won’t look so daunting tomorrow.
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!
Love this great oil. It helps with those annoying sounds I hear constantly!!
I love the smell of helichrysum! I used it to help support my foot, and also I have applied it near a piercing in my ear. It’s the best!
Never heard of it. Interesting!
Since I turn 60 on June 7th I would love to try this for my skin. 😊
I’m new to YL and had no knowledge of helichrysum before this article….even though I use deep relief and keep it in my purse all of the time!! I’ll definitely have to add this to an ER order soon!
I knew about the muscular supporting side but I had no idea about its aid for skin , so awesome!
Great info!
I love Helichrysum! ❤️ I use it daily to aid with my tinnitus. This is an oil that will always be in my home. Thanks for suggesting other uses.
So excited to try the new recommendations, thanks!
Just ordered a replacement bottle of Helichrysum yesterday on my monthly order! :)
I have found that Helichrysum is wonderful for my Fibromyalga.. It’s delightful scent and properties really do comfort the stress on my body. I love this stuff…I just wish it would come in like a half gallon size..lol
This oil is what makes panaway so amazing, I’m obsessed! I work in a horse farm so it is my saving grace!
I’ve always loved it with peppermint especially during the allergy season. I feel it helps with relaxation & overall I feel my oxygen intake is improved
I want this oil so bad but can’t afford it!! I have lots of skin issues, I’m super sensitive and know it is or I any worth the money but just can’t do it😭 I would love to win it!!
Great facts. I use this in my face cream each day. I love the smell but I really love how it has helped improve my skin.
Thanks for the information, it was very beneficial. I want to try out some of the suggestions
Can’t wait to try the diffuser recipe! Definitely need the pick me up at work.
This a power-packed oil; I love using it topically for all things skin!
Great article. I always have Helichrysum on hand because it’s a great skin healing benefits. Since I will be going to the YL Farm during convention I will have to make some of this up to soothe my skin after being in the sun.
It is a wonderful thing.
Thank you so much for information on this oil. I just purchased it. 💕
I’m new to YL and am loving learning about all the oils and their benefits. I’ve read about other great benefits of Helichyrsum and would love to test it out. Great information!
I love this oil. I blend it in coconut oil along with lavender and frankincense.
This oil is simply amazing! A must have!
We love helichrysum! With four kids it comes in very handy!
These facts are so interesting! I love that it helps with reviving that mid-day slump. I may heed to take this to work with me! :)
I got this oil with my ER points sometime last year. I’m excited to have all this awesome info. Thank you!
I have read so much about this oil. I love the fact that it is supposed to help with fluid reduction around joints where massaged in. I cannot wait to have an opportunity to try it.
Young Living is such an awesome company to be affiliated with. Knowledgeable, caring, generous, and willing to share. This article and giveaway are just another example why I love being part of the YL team. Thank you!
I would love to win. This oil could be the game changer in my beauty routine that I’ve been looking for!
Completely love this oil! I was originally drawn to it simply by the name. Since it’s related to Sunflowers explains everything..love them! Plus, I like to use it on my dry skin patches and I find it helps my sinuses. I have two bottles! One in the bathroom and one in the living room so it’s handy all the time. YL <3
Love this oil, now after reading this. Love it even more!
🌻I would love to have the chance to use this oil!!! 🌻
I learned a lot of good information about Helichrysum in this article. Thanks for sharing.
Love it!!! It’s one of the oil in my face serum blend…😍
Wow – so many great uses!! Will need to add this to a future order!!
A gem of an oil!
Oh yes, I’ve known this oil from my best friend Deep Relief, but I didn’t know that it could help with my skin’s healing process from too much sun. It’s definitely on my wish list now!
Helichrysum essential oil is a powerful oil. I love to massage with this oil and dilute with a carrier oil.
I’ve been wanting to try Helichrysum for some time now! I only haven’t just yet because of $$!! I would feel absolutely blessed to win one so I could give it a try!! 🌻🌻🌻
I like to use helichrysum to support the appearance of healthy looking skin!
I would love a bottle!! I keep one on hand for oopsies around the house. ❤️
I got this oil last year, right before we left on vacation. I was so excited !! Before I got to open it, my sweet little granddaughter grabbed it and ran, because “she wanted to use it” and dropped and shattered the bottom edge of the bottle on the ceramic tile floor of the vacation condo. Nani loves the little stinker so much, I couldn’t say anything except, “Next time, all you need to do is ask before you use one of my oils.”
I love the soothing support helichrysum provides for my skin!
To use helichrysum essential oil for soothing the skin, combine with a carrier oil like coconut or jojoba oil and rub the mixture onto the face.
I love using helichrysum – it’s amazing!
LOVE Helichrysum!!! My first $$ oil purchase and worth every penny. I keep this handy at all times. I love to use this topically. This is one I like to always have a few extra on hand. I don’t want to ever run out.
I’m just amazed by all the things God put on this earth to give us a good life. It is so interesting to learn about nature’s way of healing and health. I just wish I could afford a bottle of each oil in the book!
Love Helichysum for my face.
We love Helichrysum! My hubby likes to mix it with Cypress and Wintergreen for a soothing rub. I love the idea of using it for skin!