Health Benefits:

With more than 600 species, common helichrysum grows on every continent. Very few oils can boast such a broad spectrum of effective therapeutic use, promoting a healthy inflammatory response, cell regeneration and systemic antioxidant support. Helichrysum italicum contains high levels of neryl acetate, the compound responsible, along with its synergistic constituents, for unmatched support in tissue rebuilding and healing.

Helichrysum essential oil is a vital component of cosmetic skin care formulations, and is reputed to support the multiplication of the skin's natural collagen count, contributing to the reduction of wrinkles.  Supportive in the healing of wounds (internal and external), bruises, and scar tissue (both recent and established), helichrysum  significantly enhances skin health, regeneration and beauty.  

Its overall cleansing effect and its ability to support a healthy inflammatory response make helichrysum a great support to the respiratory, immune, and neurological system providing mood uplifting and stress reduction benefits to boot.

How to Use:

Helichrysum italicum can be applied topically, used in direct inhalation, and diffused. Its primary use is by topical application to support skin healing. Very effective in dilution, helichrysum can also be applied neat.

To support the healing of skin burns, apply helichrysum neat.

A drop or two on sore muscles, bruises and joints to support the body's natural process of healing.

For keloids and other scar tissue, use the recipe below or apply helichrysum neat to the affected area twice daily for two weeks to support healing.

Apply one drop to skin to promote smooth skin and skin regeneration.

Diffuse helichrysum to soothe nerves and calm the heart.

Primary and secondary injuries:

One of helichrysum's most valuable and consistently cited benefits is in supporting the minimization of secondary injuries such as the bruising and swelling consequent upon a cut or contusion. Injuries cause a constriction of the blood supply to the affected area, which in turn obstructs oxygen and nutrients from traveling between cells, traps waste and produces free radicals. Helichrysum italicum essential oil is therefore supportive to regeneration of cells and tissue.  

Helichrysum Oil Recipes:

Skin Regenerative blend: 12 drops helichrysum italicum, 6 drops carrot seed, 6 drops rosemary verbenone in 15 ml rosehip seed and tamanu oil

Healthy Inflammatory Response blend: 8 drops helichrysum italicum, 8 drops German chamomile, neat or diluted in calendula-infused olive oil

More Information:

One ton of helichrysum flowering tops yields about one kilo of essential oil.

Its name reveals helichrysum's divine nature: derived from the Greek helios, meaning sun, and chrysos, meaning gold, it refers to the golden-yellow color of many of the flowers in this genus. Grown on the island of Corsica and in Mediterranean regions, Helichrysum italicum is harvested in late June to early July. Harvesting only once per year means a more potent concentration of therapeutic constituents.

Safety Guidelines:

Safety Considerations for Helichrysum Essential Oil:

Non toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing. Do not take helichrysum essential oil internally.

Aromatic Profile & Blending:

Aromatic Profile and Blending of Helichrysum Italicum Essential Oil:

Perfumery Note: Base to Middle
Odor: Herbaceous, buttery and rich with sweet, warm, caramel and honey-like notes.
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium to strong
Dry-out: Delicate fruity, tea-like bouquet of great tenacity
Blends well with: lavender, clary sage, chamomile, clove bud, geranium, citrus oils

Product Details:

Botanical Name: Helichrysum italicum
Family: Asteraceae
Composition: 100% Pure Helichrysum italicum oil
Origin: Croatia
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Cultivation/Harvesting: Wild harvest
Plant Part: Flowering tops
Color: Light yellow
Consistency: Thin
Yield: very low, .04-.18%


Bottle Size: 3.75ml

Why Buy From Floracopeia:

Floracopeia was established to help preserve and promote the use of botanical medicines as solutions to the widespread ecological destruction taking place in the world, and the loss of medicinal plants on which traditional medical systems depend. We provide our customers with the highest quality essential oils and other botanical aromatic treasures through the promotion of ecological sustainability, organic agriculture, and agro-forestry projects.

Our products are acclaimed for their therapeutic-grade, high quality at affordable prices. We provide artisanal quality oils produced by small family-based distillers. We buy directly from farmers and distillers, thus supporting the local economies in which the plants are grown. We do not buy oils from the world-brokers. Floracopeia is founded with a strong medical orientation and is involved in a number of global eco-projects based in grass roots health care, spirituality, reforestation projects, and the preservation and restoration of ethno-botanical culture.