Helichrysum italicum Hydrolate
also known as Immortelle or Everlasting
Aroma/Taste: dry, warm, herbaceous
Shelf Life: 2 years
Therapeutic Value:
*strong antihemotoma but less analgesic than the EO
*anti-inflammatory, mild analgesic
Ways to Use:
*Apply as a compress to bumps, old aches, bruises
*Use as a sports rub after physical labor or workout
*Use helichrysum hydrosol in synergy with helichrysum EO for long term healing of broken bones particularly when there is a lot of bruising and swelling
*Use postsurgical to speed the healing of incisions, reduce swelling and bruising and detoxify the liver of anesthetic
*Use for cleaning and healing tattoos or body piercings
*Use as a mouthwash after dental work, for gingivitis or receding gums. Use neat or 50:50 with water. 2x/day. Pairs well with Frankincense hydrosol.
*Scars, stretch marks, old scar tissue, keloids
Scar Recipe:
Pair with frankincense hydrosol
or
Spritz hydrosol onto scar and apply the following EO blend while it is still moist:
2.5 ml EO helichrysum
2.5 carrier oil rose hip seed
5 ml carrier oil hazelnut
or
Follow the hyrdrosol with our Scar EO Blend
Available
10z Atomizer~7.00
2oz Atomizer~12.00
4oz Atomizer~24.00
(Resources: “Hydrosols- The Next Aromatherapy” by Suzanne Caty; “ Aromatherapy for Health Professionals” by Shirely Price/Len Price; “Hoilstic Aromatherapy” by Ann Berwick; “Farmacology” by Daphne Miller, MD)