Cypress 100% Pure Essential Oil – Therapeutic & Cosmetic Grade.

Cypress 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil – Therapeutic & Cosmetic Grade Cypress 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil – Therapeutic & Cosmetic Grade Name : Cypress Method : Steam distillation Note Classification : Middle Scent : Smoky, woody, spicy Colour : Pale yellow or greenish olive Species : Cupressus sempervirens ( coniferae ). Family cupressaceae Extracted From : Leaves. Region : Austria.  Historical : It has long represented grief, death and the underworld – cypress trees are often found in or near cemetries. Used as a medicine and incense by ancient civilisations. Well known for its effect on the urinary system. Of Interest :The Chinese regard cypress nuts as good for the liver and respiratory system. Cypress is employed as a fragrance in aftershaves and perfumes. The oil is sometimes compared to witch-hazel and horse-chestnut in its effects. Aromatherapy Properties : Haemorrhoids, oily skin, excessive perspiration, insect repellent, pyorrhoea (bleeding gums), varicose veins, wounds, Muscles and joints, cellulites, muscular cramp, poor circulation, rheumatism. Asthma, bronchitis, colds, flu, spasmodic coughing. Menopause, pmt, irregular periods, nervous tension and stress related conditions. Blends Well With : cedarwood, pine, lavender, clary sage, lemon, juniper, benzoin, orange, marjoram, sandalwood Safety Data : Non-toxic but avoid if high blood pressure or pregnant Essential oils are used for blending with Carrier Oils  to make special blends for massaging the body. By adding different essential oils to the base carrier oil this then during massage carries the essential oils into the body. So when mixing essential oil from a recipe please do not add more than recommended for one massage and if the skin is dry and you need more oil just add more carrier base oil not more essential oil. Essential oils can be used in the bath, in cream, lotion, bath oil, bath salts, bath bombs, oil burners, inhalers, hot & cold compresses, perfume, soap & candle-making. Always keep your oils out of the reach of children, in a safe cool dark place and keep as you would any medicines. Check out our 5% Diluted Essential Oils. Click here. Take a look at our Synergy Blends. Click here. Browse our Essential Oil Sprays. Click here.