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!
I lived helichrysum. Great for bruising and I just love the scent. Very soothing, must be the earthy tones. 😊
Ready to put this oil to use! :)
I love the fact that it is from the sunflower family!! Not only are there so many uses for this oil, but the smell reminds me of being close with nature. 🌻
✨Helichrysum EO is magical✨Wonderful oil that every household should have. The benefits are endless, expensive but most definitely worth the investment. Support your wellness naturally and toxic-free. Stay oily💧🍃
My aging father has very thin skin. Whenever he gets a “tear” in his skin, I grab the helichrysum! It heals so fast! Also have used to support the blood working as it’s supposed to! I love me some helichrysum! 😊 💜 💜 💜
Whoaa.. Must have oil 😍😍
I want to try this oil..
I’ve been using Helicrysum to heal scars from facial shingles & tinnitus. Need more!
I’ve raved about this oil to others who were helped emensely by its wonderful benefits but I’ve never owned my own bottle! Thank you so much for this informative post!
LOVE this oil! I took a hard fall and this oil helped me heal.
really help to reduce my skin tag ..thanks helichrysum oil..thanks Young Living !!
This oil is on the top of my “need it” list!! I’ve read about all the ways it can help support my skin. I have 2 small boys that could also benefit from Helichrysum oil!! My families skin would sincerely thank you!
OK I had a bottle it’s been a long time and I sure do wish I could have another for all these powerful suggestions I’ve been reading about.
I’m new to essential oils & all the articles are so informative. I am excited to learn more. This sounds like a must have EO 👍
I’d love to see results of adding it to argan oil to use on my face :)
I just recently used helichrysum 3 – 4 times a day, neat, to deal with post surgical facial bruising. Past oral surgeries left me with bruising that took about 3 weeks to heal. This time it was virtually all gone in 10 days! Thank you, Young Living!
My favorite use of Helichrysum is after applying Clarity to my temples. I apply Helichrysum after applying Clarity.
This oil has tremendously helped my leg with varicose vein discoloration ! Every household should have this oil on hand.
I use helichrysum and frankincense mixed with rosehip oil to smooth the skin on my arms.
I use this each day under my eyes. I love the herbal fragrance!
I have smelled it at my friend’s house, and it is one I would love to have on hand!
Thank you for posting information about this oil. I’ll put Helichrysum and Eucalyptus Radiata in the diffuser to give it a try!
Helichrysum is lovely and I use a roller ball on mine so I can apply to my face or to sore muscles. Smells very earthy & simply amazing. Thanks for the article!
Helichrysum is an amazing little oil. I try to keep it on hand.
Silky smooth and radiant looking skin! Helichrysum is my daily facial serum. Love it except the price 😁
I love using helichrysum in my massage therapy sessions
I love helichrysum and use it often!
I love this oil it smells wonderful and is great for so many things
This newbie would be blessed to have a new oil to add to her arsenal!
I gave my mom a bottle of Helichrysum and a bottle of geranium for Christmas to massage into her feet at night! She says they feel better than they have in a long time :-) !! I’ve never gotten any for myself though, I’d love to have a bottle!
Love my oils would love to add Helichrysum essential oil to my collection. The skin benefits and diffusing it sounds like an oil I need.
Haven’t been able to afford this yet. Will save up my points….if I can.
As a boymom, helichrysum is my go to since it supports healthy skin. it’s also great for my aging in laws!
Helichrysum is in my top 5 favorite essential oils!!! ♡ I love to use it in my massage practice for people. I absolutely would treasure winning a bottle! xxx
Great info about Helichrysum! I think I can finally pronounce it without stopping to think about it!
I love heliochrysum on my muscles! I can’t wait to try some of the above uses. Thank you!
I love, love, love helichrysum oil!!! I use it on my skin. I use it on my dogs, cats and I’ve used it on my rabbits too. It’s one of my must haves.
I have been seeing several interesting articles about helichrysum oil. I have pretty bad sun damage on my face and arms and would love to see if it could help improve my appearance.
I have been adding it to my facial care regimen. Also to sooth all the scrapes that come with kids & summer time fun.
I love Helichrysum! At times I have mixed it with Panaway, in a lotion base, and used on my lower back.
I LOVE using this one on cuts and owies!
I never would have ordered it but got it as a promo earlier this year. I absolutely love this oil and won’t be without it now! Just ordered a replacement bottle yesterday in fact!
Would love to try this oil!!
Sounds wonderful, an oil I would like to try.
Haven’t tried this one yet
I haven’t tried helichrysum yet but Im definitely going to after reading this!
Interested in trying this, thank you for the helpful information.
Helichrysum is one of our Golden Retriever, Laney’s favorite oil. This oil supports her on so many levels. She comes to me each day and smooches her nose on my leg alerting me that it’s time for her helichrysum application. This is an oil we will never be without. It’s such a blessing!! :) Thank you YL for having a sustainable supply of our dog’s favorite oil!
Helichrysum is our family’s go to!!!
It is a precious oil and one of the oil that I use it for foot reflex massage on my grandma who is unwell. Best of the Best!
Didn’t really realize that Helichrysum was in Deep Relief…the very first oil I used from YL. Would love to try Helichrysum as a single!