Cypress Essential Oil – Organic

WHO AM I?

Processing method of cypress essential oil: steam distillation
Part of the plant: branches, needles
Yield: 0.6 to 0.8% (around 150kgs branches for 1kg oil)
Odour: fresh, resinous and woody (MIDDLE NOTE)
Chakra: crown
Origin: Spain

Conservation status: low concern

Botanical name: Cupressus sempervirens L.
Family: Cupressaceae

Cypress, or the evergreen Cypress, originated from Asia but is now found all around the Mediterranean. The tree can reach a height of 20 to 30 meters. Male cypresses have the shape of a pyramid and very widespread branches, whereas the female cypress is much more elongated like a column. Having a green foliage all year round, the cypress is also associated with eternal life and with mourning.

Chemistry:

• Monoterpenes: alpha pinene (40 to 65%) / delta 3 carene (12 to 25%)
• Sesquiterpenols:  cedrol (2 to 5%)

100 % pure & natural without any other additives – ORGANIC

PROPERTIES OF CYPRESS ESSENTIAL OIL

In health

PROPERTY	CYPRESS ESSENTIAL OIL
Bronchi decongestant as well as lymphatic and venal
Expectorant (α-pinene), it regulates bronchial secretions
Antitussive, antispasmodic
Antiviral, Anti-Infectious (α-pinene).
Anti-Inflammatory

In well being

• Giving purpose
• Psychological tonic
• General nervous rebalancing

♦Main psycho-emotional properties – focus on the essential♦

• boosts concentration,
• helps to take time to think before a decision,
• guide to the essentials,
• strengthens the inner strength,
• increases the capacity of self-control,
• promotes introspection, meditation, calmness,
• calms the mind in case of sadness,
• relieves anxiety, reduces stress, nervous tension.

SUMMARY SHEET

USAGE OF CYPRESS ESSENTIAL OIL

ORAL	DERMAL	DIFFUSION
HEALTH	BEAUTY	WELL BEING
COSMETIC	hair

USERS OF CYPRESS ESSENTIAL OIL

CYPRESS	DIFFUSION	DERMAL	ORAL
Baby	NO	NO	NO
Young Kids 3-8	NO	NO	NO
Kid 8-12	++ 5 minutes an hour, 3 to 4 times a day, preferably in synergy with other essential oils.	++ Diluted at 2% in a vegetable oil	NO
Teenager 12-15	++ 5 minutes an hour, 3 to 4 times a day, preferably in synergy with other essential oils.	+++ Diluted at 10% in a vegetable oil	++ Only on medical prescription and under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Adults 15-65	++ 15 minutes an hour, 3 to 4 times a day, preferably in synergy with other essential oils.	+++ Diluted at 10% in a vegetable oil	++ Only on medical prescription and under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Pregnant/Breastfeed	NO	NO	NO
Elderly +65	++ 15 minutes an hour, 3 to 4 times a day, preferably in synergy with other essential oils.	++ Diluted at 10% in a vegetable oil	+ Only on medical prescription and under the supervision of a healthcare professional.

INDICATIONS

HEALTH	• Circulation problems: Heavy legs – swollen legs – varicose veins - Haemorrhoids - lymphatic drainage , cellulite -• Spasmodic cough • Respiratory tract infections, viral bronchitis • Urinary incontinence and child bedwetting
WELL BEING	-Mental fatigue -Excessive perspiration -Women’s problems: Heaviness in the pelvic area – pre-menstrual pain – perineal or bladder spasms – night sweats (menopause)

PRACTICE

Bedwetting

From 3 years onwards.

By the cutaneous route:  1 drop Cypress EO diluted in 9 drops of VO.

At night before bedtime, massage the soles of the feet and the spine with the mixture.

Dry cough, voice loss

From the age of 8 onwards and for adults.

By the oral route, upon medical advice: 1 drop of Provence Cypress EO in a teaspoon of honey. Then, let it melt in the mouth. Repeat up to three times a day until improvement.

Add 2 drops of cypress EO to a VO and massage the throat and chest as soon as coughing appears and 3 times a day

Varicose veins, heavy legs, oedema and haemorrhoids

For adults.

By cutaneous route: 1 drop of Cypress EO in 9 drops of tamanu VO. Then, apply to the legs in massage (beginning at the ankles in an upward movement or the concerned area).

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The information provided is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It is for educational purposes only. Especially, in severe cases or where symptoms persist, consult a health professional. Therefore, Pacific Scents is not responsible for the use of essential oils by you or anyone else. As a result, we strongly encourage you to consult the advice of trusted medical professionals and relevant sources of information when making decisions about your health.

CAUTION

• Avoid eye and mucous membranes contact.
• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Avoid with pregnant or breastfeeding women, children under the age of 8
• Counter indicated in the case of fibromas hormone-dependent and of mastitis.
• Not advised if the user has cancer antecedents that are hormone-dependent (breasts, uterus, testes…).
• Irritating on the skin: this EO is rich in terpenes and therefore very irritating. It must be diluted in 10% VO before any skin application (10% EO and 90% VO).
• Request a medical opinion before using it on patients suffering from asthma or epilepsy (epileptogenic risk at high doses)
• Prolonged usage is not recommended
• Can be nephrotoxic after ingestion of a large dose or if used for a prolonged period

Possible allergens

• Limonene < 5%
• Linalool < 2%

STORAGE CONDITIONS

• Keep it in original bottle
• Away from air and light, also at a temperature below 25C

Because of its chemical composition (pinene, δ3-carene), Cypress essential oil is sensitive to oxidation: once oxidised, the risk of sensitivity augments.

Shelf life: 2 years from when you open the bottle

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