Properties
Why is Helichrysum oil so special?
There are over 600 species in Helichrysum genus (fam. Asteraceae). Some of them, like everlast, are unique and specific for some parts of the world. It’s distinctiveness is that it treats not only cosmetical, but also medical problems. It helps with aging problems, but also with sports injuries. It is well known by it’s antibacterial abilities and by helping the skin to heal wounds. It enhances production of collagen in our skin and easily removes wrinkles and spots. It can be used in remedies with other oils to treat acne, inflammation or pimples. It helps with the skin problems, and it can have effect on muscles and joints, but also on the nervous system. There are very few essential oils with such a powerful and various potential. Therapeutical properties of Helichrysum oil:
- Antispasmatic
- Anticoagulatic
- Antialergens
- Antibiotic
- Antiseptic
- Ant hematomatic
- Antiinflammatory
- Expectorans
- Sedative
- Healing
- Skin-softening
- Protects liver
- Diuretic
- Protects spleen
- Relaxant, antidepressive
- Removes bruises
- Heals and covers skin wounds and burns
- Antiphlebitic