Cypress - Cupressus sempervirens

History: Tibetans use cypress as a purification incense. Medicinally it has been used for the urinary system and is considered helpful when there is excessive loss of fluid, such as heavy perspiration, menstrual loss and diarrhea. Ancient physicians recommended that patients suffering from lung ailments go to the island of Crete, which had dense forests of cypress trees.

Characteristics: A middle note with a medium aroma, it has been characterized as sweet, balsamic and spicy. It has a very pleasant evergreen aroma combining smoky, woody and dry elements. It also has fruity and slightly nutty tones, causing likening it to an exotic Cedarwood.

Clinical Studies:

Indications: Used for hemorrhoids, oily skin, excessive perspiration, insect repellent, bleeding gums, varicose veins, wounds, edema, poor circulation, rheumatism, asthma, bronchitis, spasmodic, coughing, dysmenorrhea, menopausal problems, nervous tension, and stress. Used to purify, reduce cellulite, balance the nervous system, calm, refresh, relieve nervous tension, promote sleep, help breathing, uplift, improve mental clarity and alertness, contract weak connective tissue, relieve muscle tension, lessen perspiration

Personality Profile:

Subtle Aromatherapy:

Mode of Administration: Aroma lamp, bath, compress, diffusor, inhaler, light bulb ring, liquid candle, lotion, massage, mist spray, poultices, shampoo, steam inhalation.

Safety:  Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

References:
Battaglia, S.  The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy; Third Edition The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2017
Tisserand R. Young R.  Essential Oil Safety, second edition.  Churchhill Livingstone, UK, 2013
Sheppard-Hanger S. The Aromatherapy Practitioner Reference Manual.  Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, USA, 2000
Caddy R. Essential Oils in Colour.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2005
Lawless J. The encyclopaedia of Essential Oils.  Element Books Limited, GB, 1992
Caddy R. the Essential Blending Guide.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2007
Weaver W.W. Sauer’s Herbal Cures.  Routledge, UK, 2001
World Wide Web Encyclopedia Britannica. USA, 2014
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