Cypress Essential Oil

Cypress
Cupressus sempervirens

Source: Needles & Twigs
Origin: Austria
Energetics: Yang
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Scent: A majestic conifer with a slight sweet background note, the mid to base note helps elevate the aroma
Blends Well With: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Spruce, Sandalwood, Cedarwood and Myrtle.

About

Cypress essential oil has a full bouquet that cleanses and purifies. This magnificent essential oil can refresh your house, can be used as a deodoriser, and may increase your concentration.

Historical Snippets

The Cypress tree has been used throughout many ancient civilizations. The oldest tree is over 7000 years old and stands in Iran. The wood was used to create coffins for Pharaohs due to the belief that the wood would not rot over time. Cypress has long considered to symbolise transformation and change as it is believed the cross of Jesus was made from the wood. Due to its fairly masculine scent, Cypress oil can be found in men’s aftershave and cologne. 

How To Use

Diffuse: Add a few drops to a diffuser to disperse around the room

Topically: Dilute essential oil with any carrier oil at a 2.5% ratio. This equates to 2.5ml essential oil/oils in total mixed with 100ml of chosen carrier oil. 1ml of essential oil is approximately 20-22 drops of oil.  Decant into a roller or glass bottle with eye dropper to apply easily or a larger bottle if using for massage. Please note this dilution rate is for adults and children over the age of 6. More information on children and essential oils is on our blog page. Essential Oils should not be used directly on the skin without mixing first with a carrier oil

Inhalation: Add 1-2 drops essential oil to a tissue and inhale at a distance while ensuring that the oil does not come into direct contact with the skin. Alternatively, you can smell the oil directly from the bottle.

Shelf Life 

Our freshly decanted Cypress essential oil will last for 2-3 years minimum from when you open your amber glass bottle if stored correctly.

Primary Storage Considerations: Keep away from direct light (U.V. radiation). Keep in the amber glass bottle with lid tightly closed. Only open when you need to and decant into a smaller "working" amber glass bottle if possible (and label so you know what is in it). This is to reduce oxidation.
Secondary Storage Considerations: Keep in a refrigerator at around 4 degrees celsius.

Safety

General
Some essential oils may cause photosensitivity to the skin - Use diluted in Jojoba or other complete carrier oil.
Do not ingest essential oils.
Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes.
The information on this website is not intended to be used in the diagnosis, treatment or mitigation of any physical or mental illness. Ahimsa Oils offer no advice or recommendations only general information. No therapeutic claims are made within.
Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should not use essential oils without first consulting an appropriately trained healthcare practitioner.

The statements on this website have not been evaluated by the TGA. David Bosley however worked for a long period in consultation with the TGA to ensure correct labelling with reference to the Ahimsa Oil product range.

Specific
Hazards: Skin sensitization if oxidized.
Contraindications: Old or oxidized oils should be avoided.
Because of its high a-pinene and δ-3-carene content, it is recommended that oxidation of cypress oil should be avoided by storage in a dark, airtight container in a refrigerator. The addition of antioxidants is recommended. 
For transportation purposes, this product is classed DG due to flash point of 42.2°C

References

Sheppard-Hanger, Sylla. The Aromatherapy Practitioner Reference Manual: Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, 1999. Print.
Tisserand, R., & Young, R. (2014). Essential Oil Safety: Second edition.