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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Love it! On my wish list!
I love this oil. I use it every day with frankincense as part of my facial system.
I had heard it's a good anti inflammatory oil. Looking forward to trying some of these other ideas.
Would love to have this oil!
I love my helichrysum oil with my coconut oil for a great feel on my complexion!
I use a drop on a tissue for my son.
This is my favorite of all oils, even though I ordered it only once .(I guvu in Russia and have a monthly income of only 300 euros, when it will be otherwise I will order it every month.) I saw your Helichrysum 2 drops a day with olive oil and chalk on empty stomach (an hour after not eating). And 1 drop a day along with almond oil applied to size (mixing right in the palm of your hand). I smeared the face! About This miracle oil, the smell became more attractive every day use. I sincerely wish all of you to try it! OM.
This is one of my favorite oils to keep on the farm. For use on cattle, horses, and my family encounters. And it smells amazing. This is one of our favorite oils. Not to mention the blends we use daily that have this favorite in it.
I didn't realize it was so good for supporting healthy skin! I'm almost out though!!!
Have used helichrysum but now will definitely be using in my diffuser and on my skin!