Hydechium Root Oil

Hydechium plant is part of the sunflower family and also known as everlasting and immortelle. It has loose terminal flower spikes that have individual flowers that are yellow with reddish stamens. Hydechium Oil which is also known as Kapur Kuchari is extracted from the roots through steam distillation and has been used historically as an anti-coagulant (blood thinner), anti-allergy and for improving skin conditions while it helps speed up healing.

Uses of Hydechium Oil

Aromatherapy:Hydechium oil is considered to release sentiments and help soothe old emotional wounds, as well as to help deal with depression, stress, and mental exhaustion. The scent is also said to help one feel secure and safe.

Health Benefits:The oil is use to treat respiratory conditions and to relieve bronchitis and coughing. It is non-toxic, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing. Its anti inflammatory properties gained its reputation as a superior and effective pain reliever. The oil is used topically to ease joint pain and arthritic conditions, as well as to treat sprains and twisted ankles. It can also be applied to wounds and helps subside numbness.

Hydechium oil is also used to detoxify the liver and remove toxins and waste in the body .Massaging the oil into the feet has been reported to help with detox efforts.

Skin Benefits:It can be used as first-aid oil to disinfect wounds and promote quick healing through tissue regeneration. The oil has strong antibacterial properties that can fight against all types of bacteria.

Hydechium oil also helps to fade or reduce the appearance scars such as surgical scars etc., heal stretch marks and other skin blemishes. It's one of the few essential oils that contain diketones which help reduce scar tissue and stimulate the growth of new skin tissue.

Helichrysum essential oil is widely used in the perfumery industry in the manufacture of perfumes.