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Essential oil
Helichrysum essential oil
Helichrysum italicum- Appearance
- Transparent fluid
- Colour
- Light yellow to orange
- Odour
- Specific, sweet, honey-like
Physico-chemical properties
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Relative density (g/cm³) | 0.880 – 0.900 |
| Refractive index (20°C) | 1.4780 – 1.4900 |
Content of characteristic ingredients (by GC), %
| Ingredient | Content, % |
|---|---|
| Neryl acetate | more than 7 |
| α-Pinene | more than 5 |
| α-Cedrene | more than 5 |
| Geranyl acetate | more than 3 |
| 2-Methylcyclohexyl pentanoate | more than 3 |
Therapeutic properties
Helichrysum is the oil of choice for healing scar tissue, whether from a recent wound, operation, or tissue that has been scarred for years. It stops bleeding and helps a scab to form and tissue to repair itself. It can be added to a carrier oil and applied to stretch marks, acne scars, surgical scars, and wounds of all kinds. Helichrysum is also very effective for joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis. It is anti-inflammatory and has pain-reducing and analgesic effects. This oil helps one detox from alcohol, drugs, and nicotine, releasing the body and mind from addictive patterns. Helichrysum has a powerful anti-inflammatory action that can alleviate gum inflammation.
Information as published in the Alta Oils product catalogue. It is not medical advice.