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Oils » Essential Oils (D-N)
Helichrysum Essential Oil (African)
Average Product Rating: 4.6 / 5 (Based on 15 Customer Reviews)
Botanical Name: Helichrysum splendidum
Plant Part: Flowers
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Origin: South Africa
Description: Helichrysum has shining, gray-silver grass foliage with a collection of golden everlasting flowers that blossom in midsummer.
Color: Pale yellow to yellow liquid.
Common Uses: Helichrysum African Essential Oil is extremely respected for its skin healing properties. It is commonly applied to burns, older sun-damaged skin, and to minimize scarring. It is very effective as an anti-microbial agent, anti-fungal agent, and for use in creams and lotions due to its ability to filter UV rays. Helichrysum Oil can be used to soothe away deep emotional stress and diffuse anger and destructive feelings.
Consistency: Thin
Note: Middle
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Blends well with: Chamomile, Lavender, Clary Sage, Rose, Clove Bud and any of the oils from the citrus oil family.
Aromatic Scent: Helichrysum African Essential Oil has a powerful scent that can be described as a floral mint. It is both earthy and fresh.
History: The word Helichrysum is derived from the Greek word helios meaning sun and chrysos meaning gold. This is a reference to the golden color of many of the flowers from this botanical genus. Helichrysum has been used since the time of the ancient Greeks for its great wound healing ability, and was used often after battles.
Cautions: Helichrysum Essential Oil is non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Avoid use during pregnancy.
Terms of Use
Customers should purchase products from New Directions Aromatics Inc. with the clear understanding that all products must be used at the customers own discretion and only after referencing Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all other relevant technical information specific to the product. New Directions Aromatics Inc. shall not be held responsible for any damages to property or for any adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm) caused by insufficient knowledge or the improper use of a product.
The user of the product is solely responsible for compliance with all laws and regulations applying to the use of the products, including intellectual property rights of third parties.
As with any manufacturing process, New Directions Aromatics strongly recommends small lab scale testing for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing.
The information on the New Directions Aromatics Inc. website is obtained from current and reliable sources but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics Inc. as to the fitness for any use. As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of New Directions Aromatics Inc., no representation or warranty, expressed or implied is made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury), or the results obtained.
The liability of New Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss. New Directions Aromatics Inc. shall not be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon.
Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. In addition, Essential Oils must be properly diluted before use in order to avoid any damages to property or adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm).
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Submited By: Melinda from Payson, Utah on 07/28/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
This is a wonderfully healing oil! I love it especially in a blend with lavender for all types of skin ailments.
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
This is a wonderfully healing oil! I love it especially in a blend with lavender for all types of skin ailments.
Submited By: Emma from Shippensburg, Pennsylvania on 07/19/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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Helichrysum is great! I use it with my massage clients for muscle aches and pains and it works wonderfully! By itself it smells something like pickles, but mixed with birch or lavendar it is awesome! Cooling and pain relieving!
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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Helichrysum is great! I use it with my massage clients for muscle aches and pains and it works wonderfully! By itself it smells something like pickles, but mixed with birch or lavendar it is awesome! Cooling and pain relieving!
Submited By: Stephanie from Sewell, New Jersey on 03/06/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
I am truly in love with this eo. Has many, many aromatherapy uses. Beautiful!
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
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I am truly in love with this eo. Has many, many aromatherapy uses. Beautiful!
Submited By: Marie from Bronx, New York on 02/17/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
A month ago I purchased this oil. I was a little unsure of it because of the aroma. After a while the aroma isn't bad as all. Actually I like it. I gave it a try for its medicinal properties as noted in other reviews. It's exemely effective. My daughter & I have knee problems. I rubbed 2 drops on my knee just as it is.. For my daughter, I mixed jojoba oil and 2 drops of helicrysum and rubbed her knee before bed. It has worked for both of us. I'm glad you have such extensive reviews on your site. For novices like me, this is a great help; along with reading a good book on EO's.
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
A month ago I purchased this oil. I was a little unsure of it because of the aroma. After a while the aroma isn't bad as all. Actually I like it. I gave it a try for its medicinal properties as noted in other reviews. It's exemely effective. My daughter & I have knee problems. I rubbed 2 drops on my knee just as it is.. For my daughter, I mixed jojoba oil and 2 drops of helicrysum and rubbed her knee before bed. It has worked for both of us. I'm glad you have such extensive reviews on your site. For novices like me, this is a great help; along with reading a good book on EO's.
Submited By: Aban from Beverly Hills, California on 02/13/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
I mix my own oils, and have amazing results with this oil. It mixes with well with Geranium ,Basil , Lavender and has amazing results for healing & also wrinkles. I am an Esthetician. Everyone should have a bottle .I actually like the scent.
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
I mix my own oils, and have amazing results with this oil. It mixes with well with Geranium ,Basil , Lavender and has amazing results for healing & also wrinkles. I am an Esthetician. Everyone should have a bottle .I actually like the scent.
Submited By: Charlene from Brampton, Ontario on 01/13/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
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I love this oil, I made soap with the Helichrysum water and mixed a small amount of this Helichrysum oil with Rosehip seed oil and the smell was floral and light. I just love it mixed with other EO and carrier oils. I was worried that the smell would be over powering but it wasn't and I will definately be using this product again and again.
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:
I love this oil, I made soap with the Helichrysum water and mixed a small amount of this Helichrysum oil with Rosehip seed oil and the smell was floral and light. I just love it mixed with other EO and carrier oils. I was worried that the smell would be over powering but it wasn't and I will definately be using this product again and again.
Submited By: Marie from Bronx, New York on 01/11/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
I'm glad I read the reviews before I purchased this oil. It has a very stong aroma of castor oil. (Reminds me of my childhood days when my parents would give me a spring cleaning with castor oil). Nevertheless, I will try it for the medicinal properties. Perhaps my next review will be a 5.
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
I'm glad I read the reviews before I purchased this oil. It has a very stong aroma of castor oil. (Reminds me of my childhood days when my parents would give me a spring cleaning with castor oil). Nevertheless, I will try it for the medicinal properties. Perhaps my next review will be a 5.
Submited By: Barbara from N Ft Myers, Florida on 10/11/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
Incredible results on swelling and bruising!!! I had no insurance and my son twisted his ankle backwards under his fourwheeler peg. It didnt appear to be broken so i used an ice pack and helichrysum the first day and more helichrysum and hot soaks the next . Three days later he was good as new!!
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
Incredible results on swelling and bruising!!! I had no insurance and my son twisted his ankle backwards under his fourwheeler peg. It didnt appear to be broken so i used an ice pack and helichrysum the first day and more helichrysum and hot soaks the next . Three days later he was good as new!!
Submited By: Suzanna from Corfu, New York on 09/18/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
Rating:
Your Helichrysum has a strong pungent aroma and it works woderfully. Helichrysum is anesthetic, anticoagulant, antispasmodic, antiviral, liver protectant, rids the body of toxins and helps nerves to regrow. After having my face lasered off because of brown spots I used this oil on areas where there were eruptions after. I was amazed at how well it worked to help heal my face. I know keep it on hand for when the occasionall skin eruption happens.
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
Rating:
Your Helichrysum has a strong pungent aroma and it works woderfully. Helichrysum is anesthetic, anticoagulant, antispasmodic, antiviral, liver protectant, rids the body of toxins and helps nerves to regrow. After having my face lasered off because of brown spots I used this oil on areas where there were eruptions after. I was amazed at how well it worked to help heal my face. I know keep it on hand for when the occasionall skin eruption happens.
Submited By: Stephanie from Sewell, New Jersey on 07/18/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
My new favorite! I absolutely love this essential oil. It has a very different scent that I have grown more and more fond of with each use. I am currently using it in my daily moisturizing cream. Lovely!
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
My new favorite! I absolutely love this essential oil. It has a very different scent that I have grown more and more fond of with each use. I am currently using it in my daily moisturizing cream. Lovely!
Submited By: Laura from Lakeville, Massachusetts on 05/22/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
This is a deeply healing oil. My husband had a really awful cluster of spider bites on his back. I started applying this oil undiluted (a drop for each bite) 3 times a day, and watching the bites change and heal was amazing. It dried them and shrank them so rapidly, that it was like a strange science experiment! As far as the fragrance of this oil is concerned, do I pull this bottle out of the cabinet just to smell it? No. Does it offend me? No. I have applied it to myself undiluted to "map" the evolution of the fragrance. It sticks around, but it does change thoughout the day. It starts earthy-spicy, and as the layers lift away, the ending smell is of freshly dried tobacco leaf. It blends nicely with other EO's, and to me is a superior healing tool.
Loyal Customer Since: 2009
Rating:
This is a deeply healing oil. My husband had a really awful cluster of spider bites on his back. I started applying this oil undiluted (a drop for each bite) 3 times a day, and watching the bites change and heal was amazing. It dried them and shrank them so rapidly, that it was like a strange science experiment! As far as the fragrance of this oil is concerned, do I pull this bottle out of the cabinet just to smell it? No. Does it offend me? No. I have applied it to myself undiluted to "map" the evolution of the fragrance. It sticks around, but it does change thoughout the day. It starts earthy-spicy, and as the layers lift away, the ending smell is of freshly dried tobacco leaf. It blends nicely with other EO's, and to me is a superior healing tool.
Submited By: Cheryl from New Baltimore, Michigan on 10/16/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
Rating:
I have a client going through radiation therapy. My client was burned so intensely that she could not sleep or move her arms, head, or neck without extreme discomfort. She asked the Dr. if she could put aloe on the burn and he said that was fine. She told him that she was going to have her homeopathic therapist help her. I mixed lavender, helichrysum, and aloe from my personal plant. Gooey, but the results are amazing! She was able to continue her radiation treatment and the Dr. was pleased.
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
Rating:
I have a client going through radiation therapy. My client was burned so intensely that she could not sleep or move her arms, head, or neck without extreme discomfort. She asked the Dr. if she could put aloe on the burn and he said that was fine. She told him that she was going to have her homeopathic therapist help her. I mixed lavender, helichrysum, and aloe from my personal plant. Gooey, but the results are amazing! She was able to continue her radiation treatment and the Dr. was pleased.
Submited By: Norma from White City, Oregon on 02/06/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
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As a naturopathic doctor, I have been using Helichrysum for many years with great results! It is amazing at reducing or totally eliminating pain from wounds, stopping bleeding, releiving headaches . . . . . . etc. I would never be without it. Healing should never be about how something smells---- just how well it works!
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
Rating:
As a naturopathic doctor, I have been using Helichrysum for many years with great results! It is amazing at reducing or totally eliminating pain from wounds, stopping bleeding, releiving headaches . . . . . . etc. I would never be without it. Healing should never be about how something smells---- just how well it works!
Submited By: Davida from Surrey, British Columbia on 11/07/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:
I really like this one. I use it on its own all the time, but for those of you who are not to fond of this smell, keep in mind that it is a Mid to Base Note, which means that it will serve as a good foundation in a mix of essential oils. I for example do not like Ginger in its pure form, but mixed with other essential oil it is absolutly amazing.
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:
I really like this one. I use it on its own all the time, but for those of you who are not to fond of this smell, keep in mind that it is a Mid to Base Note, which means that it will serve as a good foundation in a mix of essential oils. I for example do not like Ginger in its pure form, but mixed with other essential oil it is absolutly amazing.
Submited By: Olga from Santa Clara, California on 07/05/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
Rating:
Never heard of this oil before buying. Can't tell much about its healing proprerties but the smell is terrible, in my opinion. Very strong and obtrusive. Wasn't able to use it.
New Directions Aromatics Response:
African Helichrysum is a relatively new Essential Oil, and has not yet gained popular acceptance. It should not be confused with our other Helichrysum, as the African variety has a completely different botanical name.
The fragrance is consistent with what the African Helichrysum should smell like. It is best described as being a combination of floral and mint. It is certainly a strong product, and one we expect to grow in popularity as more literature becomes available.
It may also interest customers to know that the distillery we have purchased from is one of the most reputable companies in Africa.
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
Rating:
Never heard of this oil before buying. Can't tell much about its healing proprerties but the smell is terrible, in my opinion. Very strong and obtrusive. Wasn't able to use it.
New Directions Aromatics Response:
African Helichrysum is a relatively new Essential Oil, and has not yet gained popular acceptance. It should not be confused with our other Helichrysum, as the African variety has a completely different botanical name.
The fragrance is consistent with what the African Helichrysum should smell like. It is best described as being a combination of floral and mint. It is certainly a strong product, and one we expect to grow in popularity as more literature becomes available.
It may also interest customers to know that the distillery we have purchased from is one of the most reputable companies in Africa.
