From skincare to aromatherapy, Helichrysum Essential Oil is one of the most highly sought after essential oils. Known for its rejuvenating, healing and restorative properties, the benefits of Helichrysum Oil have been praised since ancient Greece.
Here we’ll look at 6 reasons why Helichrysum Oil has remained a valuable oil for thousands of years, as well as popular ways to enjoy it.
Firstly, What Is Helichrysum Essential Oil?
Helichrysum Essential Oil is extracted from the flowering tops of the curry plant (Helichrysum italicum) using the steam distillation process. It carries a refreshingly warm, herbaceous aroma and a sweet, earthy undertone.
If you’re looking for a natural way to slow down the aging process, restore emotions or relieve sore, aching muscles, Helichrysum Oil may just be the all-rounder you’ve been looking for. After all, it’s not known as a ‘holy grail’ essential oil for nothing!
Fun fact: Did you know it takes roughly 1 tonne of curry plant flowers to produce 1 litre of Helichrysum Essential Oil?
6 Benefits Of Helichrysum Essential Oil
Helichrysum Oil is an essential oil praised for its wealth of benefits for the mind and body. Some of which include:
1. May Heal And Restore Emotions
Feeling down, burnout or just can’t seem to get your mojo back? Helichrysum Oil may be the answer. A favourite in aromatherapy and meditation, Helichrysum Oil is believed to instill a deep sense of peace and tranquility, whilst rejuvenating, healing and restoring the emotions.
Quick tip: To overcome feelings of stress, anger and frustration, diffuse Helichrysum Oil’s calming aroma around the home.
2. Believed To Promote Youthful Skin
Many believe Helichrysum Oil could hold the secret to youthful, glowing skin. That’s right, Helichrysum Oil is known to promote healthy skin cell regeneration that may in turn slow down the aging process. That's why it's a popular ingredient in many anti-aging products.
Even better, Helichrysum Oil’s anti-inflammatory and restorative properties are known to reduce the appearance of blemishes, redness and age spots. No wonder it’s so popular!
3. May Relieve Aches And Pains
Known as a healing and restorative powerhouse, Helichrysum Essential Oil contains a wealth of anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. These properties make it one of the most popular oils seen to ease painful sore muscles, sprains and arthritic joints.
Simply dilute it accordingly and rub into the skin to help relieve pain and increase circulation to inflamed areas.
4. Believed To Soothe Acne
Helichrysum Oil’s restorative abilities don’t stop there. It’s powerful antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties make it one of the most popular essential oils for treating acne.
The antibacterial properties work to eliminate acne-causing bacteria, while the anti-inflammatory properties may calm skin irritations. Even better, Helichrysum Oil’s powerhouse of ingredients may help fade the appearance of stubborn acne scars as well.
5. Seen To Relieve Flu Symptoms
Helichrysum Oil is packed with antispasmodic and antimicrobial properties, making it a true all-rounder for protecting and healing the immune system. This powerful combination has been seen to calm the respiratory tract and nasal passages, easing excessive coughing, congestion and other cold and flu symptoms.
Quick tip: Diffusing Helichrysum Oil around the home is believed to help eliminate bacteria, viruses and fungi from the air.
6. May Treat Candida
Yeast infections like thrush can be painful and irritating. While research is still ongoing, Helichrysum Oil’s fungicidal and antibacterial properties are believed to help treat the root cause of yeast infections - Candida.
One 2018 lab study even revealed that Helichrysum Essential Oil may slow down or even stop the growth of Candida all together.
How To Use Helichrysum Oil
Let’s look at some of the best ways to soak up the diverse benefits of Helichrysum Oil.
Topical Application
From relieving inflammation to treating acne and scarring, Helichrysum Oil is a holy grail for the face and body. Simply dilute into a carrier oil and apply to the skin using one of the below methods.
- For application on the body, dilute Helichrysum Oil into your carrier oil of choice, such as Jojoba or Rosehip Oil at a 2-4% dilution.
- To apply on your face, we recommend the same method at a 1% dilution.
Inhalation Via A Diffuser
To restore emotions and strengthen the immune system, simply add a few drops of Helichrysum Oil to your aromatherapy diffuser. To do so:
- Add some water to the diffuser basin
- Add roughly 5 drops of Helichrysum Oil
- Plug in and start your diffuser
3 Popular Ways To Appreciate Helichrysum Oil
Take advantage of Helichrysum Oil’s various benefits with these 3 popular remedies.
Add A Few Drops To Your Favourite Moisturiser
Want enjoy Helichrysum Oil’s benefits without adding excess oil to already oily skin? Simply add a few drops of Helichrysum Oil to your favourite moisturiser and apply to the skin for an easily absorbable, light and soothing face cream.
Combine With Lavender And A Carrier Oil To Soothe Irritation
Looking for a way to calm skin irritations like hives, redness and shaving rash? Simply combine Helichrysum Oil with a carrier oil and Lavender Oil and apply to the affected area for a relieving, cooling sensation.
Add A Few Drops To Your Shower For A Calming Atmosphere
For an indulgent, relaxing shower, add a few drops of Helichrysum Oil to the corners of your shower and its beautiful aroma will rise with the steam to help clear the mind.
Our Favourite Diffuser Blends
Helichrysum Oil’s appealing scent blends well with a variety of other essential oils. Some of our favourite diffuser blends include:
For A Happy, Uplifting Blend
- 2 drops Helichrysum Oil
- 3 drops Orange Oil
- 2 drops Lavender Oil
For A Harmonious, Calming Blend
- 3 drops Helichrysum Oil
- 3 drops Lavender Oil
- 3 drops Jasmine Oil
- 2 drops Sandalwood Oil
Lavender Oil
When combined, the soothing properties of Lavender & Helichrysum Oil can assit a restful sleep.
Orange Sweet Oil
Diffuse a mixture of Orange Sweet Oil and Helichrysum Oil for an uplifting and refreshing scent.
Jasmine Oil
The warm, sweet aromas of Jasmine and Helichrysum Oil create a beautiful, floral diffuser blend.
How Do You Know If You Have Quality Helichrysum Oil?
When buying Helichrysum Oil, it is important to look for certain things on the bottle to ensure you’re purchasing a pure, quality product.
Top 6 Things To Look For
- Look for Helichrysum Oil’s Latin name, Helichrysum italicum, listed on the bottle. If a product doesn’t have the Latin name listed, it’s probably a mix of synthetic ‘fragrance oils’.
- Oil packaging is in a dark glass bottle. This will prevent light and heat from damaging the oil.
- The label clearly states ‘100% pure Helichrysum Essential Oil’. This will ensure the product isn’t blended with any other oils.
- Be sure to check the expiry date if buying in store
- The product clearly states where the oil is from.
- Be wary of a very low price. It could be an indicator of low quality or adulterated essential oils.
At AWO, we ethically source our Helichrysum Essential Oil from Spain and do not dilute it with any other ingredients. This means you’re getting 100% pure Helichrysum Essential Oil naturally extracted via steam distillation.
Considerations For Use
As with any essential oil, using Helichrysum Oil on your skin may result in irritations or allergic reactions. That’s why we always recommend a skin patch test before using the oil liberally.
AWO’s Helichrysum Oil is 100% pure and therefore very concentrated, so we always recommend diluting before using topically. Because they are so potent, essential oils can cause serious harm if ingested without the necessary expertise.
For this reason, you should never ingest essential oils. We also recommend storing your Helichrysum Essential Oil in a cool, dry place at room temperature, ensuring it is not directly exposed to sunlight and out of reach of children or pets.
What Customers Are Saying About Helichrysum Oil
“Excellent skin healer, I use it on sunspots and blemishes and also use it in my facial oil blend”
Elizabeth (Verified Customer)
“Wow, the benefits of this oil. Packaging, price, great service! I have recommended AWO to loads of people”
Carolyn (Verified Customer)
“Endless uses and benefits of this oil. I like the quality of this oil and it heals scars”
Georgia (Verified Customer)