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!
This additional information on helichrysum is awesome. I would use it on my skin after being in the sun! :)
I remember wanting this oil so badly! When I was able to get it, I was so happy! I love adding it to coconut oil with peppermint and panaway!
I have this oil, but I haven’t researched how to use it yet. This was really helpful. Thank you!
I love this to boost my rollers with copaiba, panaway and Peppermint! Just three extra drops make a huge difference… So glad I got it as an Essential Rewards member about 4 months ago.. That’s what is so nice about ER.. They give you things to try you might not be able to get otherwise
I’d love to try this oil! It sounds fantastic!
I’ve always feel insecure about my fine lines. Helichrysum is definitely an oil that I’d love to try!
I never knew! definitely need that in my EO arsenal!
Love all these helpful tips! Love his oil for it’s amazing skin supporting abilities. 💜
Helichrysum is a favorite of mine the few times I’ve been able to use it. Would love the chance to have my own bottle on hand!
Would love a pronunciation key with this one, too! Will help with said, “essential oil guru” status :P
I use it often for our boys… excited to try it for smoothing fine lines as well.
I use helichrysum oil together with the KidScent lotion to regenerate scars from skin irritation.
I have not had a chance to try. Would love to🎉
I absolutely love Helichrysum!
Definitely a great oil to add to my collection, mum will definitely love it!
Helichrysum EO is excellent!
Great information…I can’t wait to try Helichrysum! It’s on my list!
I enjoy Heilichrysm, along with Carrot Seed and Lavender blended in avocado oil for a natural, healthy sunscreen.
I’ve wanted this oil for a while now. Thank you for more reasons why I need to get it asap!
I am new to oils. Helichrysum oil sounds like a must have .
One of my must have oil!
Honestly, I never believe it when members says how great helichrysum is. Until 2 days ago when I used it for my husband. I did a blend of helichrysum, sacred frank and boy, now I am a true believer in it
I’ll give it a try as well!
Earthy and herby. Very nice!
I am familiar with Helichrysum, I use it in a mix that I apply daily to my face! I will try it mixed with Peppermint after sports. Thanks for the info.
One question, is Helichrysum also good as sun block? If not, what would you recommend?
Great information. Definitely want to try this oil.
Being new to Young Living, I didn’t know this. I’m going to order it this month! Thanks!
This is at the top of my wish list! I would love to win it <3
First read about Helichrysum oil and thenfirst experienced it in two different blends….deep relief and pan away…ordered it as a single and fell in love….part of my healthy skin routine
I just started my journey with essential oils. I would love to have it in my collection again.
In Florida and I just received a nasty Sunburn! So glad I found this article – I’m going to utilize Helichrysum to heal my skin woes!
Would love to try this one.
I would love to try this oil!
Dying to have a spa day with some Helichrysum now!
Very interesting information, I am familiar with the town of Split. My family and I did vacation there when I was a child and the country was still Yugoslavia. Who would have thought that I’ll be reminded of that place through Young Living.
Great information and love the thought of the diffusing, mixed with Eucalyptus Radiata. Must try. Would love to win a bottle.
I have had Helichrysum on my wishlist and haven’t earned enough ER points yet to get it. Want to use it for face serum to help with fine lines and wrinkles. I am also going to try out the Lavender Lemonade too!!
I would love to add this into my skin routine!!
I would love to have this oil!
Count me in for the drawing!
My dream is to visit the Mediterranean with my helichrysum oil.
I Am just learning about this oil. Have used to help stop bleeding, thank you for the post!
I would love to win this awesome oil! Thanks for the info
I love Helichrysum! I carry it with me for my kiddos.
I plan to mix with jojoba oil and apply to my skin.
Love it!
Want to try!!!
Love it for my chronically challenged face!
I bought this gem of an oil two orders ago and love it. I made a roller with i and lavender and roll it on my feet every night. Sweeeet sleep! 😊
I wanted to try this oil before this article, but now I REALLY want to try it! With age, many aches and pains come our way. This sounds like a must have oil. Thanks for the great product information. Would love to win this!