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The Cypress tree is associated with mortality, anguish and the immortal soul. The Phoenicians and Cretans utilized the wood for building ships and houses, and the Egyptians made sarcophagi from it. The Greeks used it to carve statues of their gods. The Greek word ‘Sempervirens’, from which the botanical name is derived, means ‘lives forever’ and the tree also gave its name to the island of Cypress, where it is worshipped. Special legend says the cross of Jesus had been made of cypress wood and the tree generally seems to be associated with death. The tree is also known for the fragrant and its relaxing oil. The cypress tree is a perennial tree that grows to about 28 meters in height. Even though the tree originated from the East, it is now mostly found in gardens and cemeteries in the Mediterranean region. The cypress tree is an evergreen tree with dark green foliage, small flowers and round brown-grey cones with seed nuts inside. The tree is softwood that is ideal for making vases and other novelty items.

Properties of Cypress Essential Oil

In terms of appearance, Cypress Oil is found to be thin, pale yellow colored oil. The oil shows antiseptic, diuretic, astringent, anti-spasmodic, and deodorant properties.

Chemical Properties: Cyprus Oil comprises of key chemical components such as a-pinene, camphene, sabinene, b-pinene, d-3carene, myrcene, a-terpinene, terpinolene, linalool, bornyl acetate, cedrol, and cadinene.

Uses of Cypress Essential Oil

Cypress Essential Oil has gained a lot of popularity due to its therapeutic and medicinal uses, some of which are listed below:

• The oil is highly effective in the treatment of various health conditions of the body
• Cypress Essential Oil is used for aromatherapy and medication purposes
• Cypress Oil stimulates hormones
• It has also been considered as a Nerve tonic
• The oil balances body systems and relaxes the mind
• The oil helps to hydrate and condition the oily skin

Benefits of Cypress Essential Oil

Here we are going to read the amazing health benefits of Cypress Essential Oil in detail.

• Effective Treatment of Wounds: Cypress Oil is very effective in treating external as well as internal wounds. It also prevents the body against possible infections due to these wounds. In short, the oil protects one’s body from various diseases.
• Heals Muscle Cramps and Pulls: Due to its antispasmodic properties, Cyprus Oil heals spasm problems such as muscle cramps and pulls across the body especially legs.
• Removes Harmful Toxins: Cypress oil removes all harmful toxins in the body along with excess salt and water in the form of sweat.

Safety Precautions

Cypress oil is generally safe and non-toxic and non-irritant. It is better to do a patch test before using the oil on the body to check for allergic reactions. The oil can be diluted with a carrier oil like jojoba, sunflower and argan oil if you feel that you have sensitivity towards the oil. It is better to consult a qualified health care expert before using cypress oil orally and get the right dosage for you. Pregnant women and nursing moms should avoid using oil without consulting the expert. Cypress oil should not be used on very young children also without the guidance of an expert.