Description
Cypress oil is from Cupressus sempervirens from the Cupressaceae family It is also referred to as Italian or Mediterranean cypress.
Precautions
Cypress essential oil is considered non-irritating, non-sensitizing and non-toxic. Still avoid during pregnancy and always test a small patch of skin prior to using in blended massage oils.
Therapeutic Properties
The therapeutic properties of Cypress essential oil include antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, astringent, diuretic, respiratory tonic, sedative and vasoconstrictor.
Uses
Cypress oil has a soothing effect on the stressed-out, irritable mind and body. Its vasoconstricting qualities benefits hemorrhoids and varicose veins.
It is good for alleviating conditions of excess fluid for instance nosebleeds, heavy menstruation, heavy perspiration, hemorrhages and water retension.
It benefits asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, influenza, and whooping cough.
Cypress essential oil soothes cramps, arthritis and rheumatism.
Burners & Vaporizers
In vapor therapy Cypress oil is useful for asthma, bronchitis, emphysema and whooping cough.
Blended In The Bath
This oil can be added to a massage blend or diluted in the bath to benefit arthritis, asthma, cellulite, cramps, diarrhea, sweaty hands and feet, rheumatism, heavy periods and menopause.
Blend into a massage oil to assist arthritis, asthma, cellulite, cough, cramps and varicose veins.
Lotions & Creams
Used in base creams Cypress essential oil can benefit broken veins, spider veins, varicose veins as well as oily skin.
Cold Compress
Is used for nosebleeds.
Blends Well With
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Juniper, Lavender, Marjoram, Pine, Rosemary and Sandalwood.