HELICHRYSUM

The ancient Greeks decorated their temples with wreaths of Helichrysum and this custom still survives in Amorgos, Crete and Kythera. Nature gave us Helichrysum as the gift of eternal youth. The plant retains its beauty and vitality very more after it has been cut. When Paris was traveling with Helen from Sparta to Troy, they stopped at Kythera to sacrifice to Aphrodite, trying to gain her favor.

Eleni was jealous of Aphrodite who lived on the island and asked Paris to tell her that she was the most beautiful. Paris, a diplomat, said to Helen, pointing to Helichrysum: Do you see this flower? You have the same golden hair, the same slender body and the same velvety skin as his petals. Your beauty will last forever.
Somehow, the legend of Helen’s beauty still lives on…Theophrastus called it “chrysanthemon” and “oliochryson” and suggested it as a mood lifter. Mistagoras from Ephesus attributes the name to the nymph Helichrysis who planted it first after giving her eternal youth.
It has excellent anti-inflammatory and calming properties due to the presence of esters 40% antispasmodic and soothing effect and rejuvenating cellular function due to diketones.
Its rejuvenating effect on cells is a valuable ally in the fight against skin aging. It also helps in cases of eczema, acne, skin irritations, burns and scars. It can dissolve old hematomas and helps in cases of phlebitis.
Contains hydrocarbons, flavonoids, kaempferol, quercetin, sesquiterpenes, luteolin, neroli ethyl ester.
Helichrysum has excellent healing properties, helps restore skin health and delays aging thanks to the strong regenerative action of skin cells.
It is anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious, healing, and soothing to the stomach.
Accelerates the healing of dermatitis, burns, acne, herpes, wounds, eczema and bruises.
It is non-toxic and does not cause sensitivities.
Helichrysum was traditionally used to treat infections, asthma, arthritis and headaches.
It produces one of the most valuable and expensive essential oils, highly regarded by aromatherapists, with a content of 40-50% esters, 30% sesquiterpenes and over 10% diketones. It is considered the arnica of aromatherapy.
Arnica stimulates the circulation of white blood cells that play a key role in healing and relieving fluid build-up in injured joints, swollen muscles and bruised tissues.
Herbalists use helichrysum to regulate energy flow, enhance bile flow, absorb heat, and reduce inflammation.
Considered by aromatherapists, one of the best oils.
It relaxes and reduces tension resulting from overwork and stress.