Cypress
The refreshing scent of cypress is helpful during times of change.
A colourless to pale yellow oil with a sweet balsamic yet refreshing odour reminiscent of pine needles.
Botanical Name
Cupressus sempervirens
Origin
France
Method of extraction
Steam distillation
Major Constituents
A typical chemical composition of Cypress Essential Oil: a-pinene (20.4%), camphene (3.6%), sabinene (2.8%), b-pinene (2.9%), -3-carene (21.5%), myrcene and a- terpinene (1.1%), terpinolene (6.3%), linalool (0.07%), bornyl acetate (0.3%), cedrol (5.35%), cadinene (1.7%).
Uses
The refreshing scent of cypress is helpful during times of change. It promotes wisdom, will power and direction. Cypress is recommended for oily skin.
Directions
Add 3 drops to bath or 2 drops to every 10ml carrier oil.
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