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Cypress Oil
Cupressus sempervirens & cupressus lusitanica essential Oil
Derived from the branches of the tall evergreen tree, Cypress essential oil has a fresh, clean aroma that’s energising and refreshing. Cypress essential oil is frequently used in spas and by massage therapists, it contains monoterpenes, making it beneficial for oily skin conditions. Try diffusing during times of transition or loss to promote feelings of being grounded.
Cypress Oil
Cupressus sempervirens & cupressus lusitanica essential Oil
Primary Benefits
- Its invigorating scent may enliven the senses.
- Helps improve the appearance of oily skin.
- Commonly diffused with citrus oils for an uplifting aroma.
Use Cypress for Oily Skin!
Uses
- Prior to a long run, apply Cypress oil to feet and legs for an energising aromatic boost.
- Try diffusing during times of transition or loss to promote feelings of being grounded.
- Place ½ cup Epsom salt and one drop Cypress in a warm bath to promote relaxing feelings.
- Due to Cypress oil’s aroma and skin benefits, it is commonly used in spas and by massage therapists.
- Apply one or two drops to a carrier oil and rub on your chest before gardening to enliven your senses.
- Add one to two drops to toner to help improve the appearance of oily skin.
Directions for Use
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of choice.
Topical Use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with a carrier oil to minimise any skin sensitivity.
Cautions
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Possible skin sensitivity. If you are pregnant, nursing or under a doctor’s care consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears and sensitive areas.
Cypress Oil
Complete Essentials
This Kit Contains
Facial Cleanser, Invigorating Scrub, Pore Reducing Toner, Tightening Serum, Brightening Gel, Anti-Aging Eye Cream, Anti-Aging Moisturiser, Hydrating Cream
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Sourcing
Why Kenya?
Cypress trees thrive in many places around the world. By choosing Kenya, we are able to support many smallholder farmers in rural areas of the country while also acquiring the highest quality essential oil.
How Does it Work?
Our Cypress essential oil is a blend of two species of Cypress: Cupresses sempervirens and Cupresses lusitanica. Including multiple species of Cypress not only solidifies a sustainable source but also improves and amplifies the qualities and benefits of the oil.
Many farmers plant cypress as a fence, wind break, or shade, with the eventual purpose to sell for timber, but it can take from 20 to 30 years before the timber is mature enough to sell. In the meantime, the lower branches must be cut off to ensure that the tree grows straight enough for timber. The essential oil comes from distilling these lower branches. Interestingly, the oil is not in the wood, but in the leaves of the tree.
A Benefit for All
The cypress is an evergreen tree that typically grows from 40 to 60 feet (12-15 m) high. In Kenya, they are grown in the Mt. Kenya region because the climate conditions are favourable to the tree. Cypress was introduced in Kenya hundreds of years ago as a forestry crop, meant to aid in reforestation efforts. Because cypress grows well in the climate, the government encourages planting. In fact, the government “rents” land to farmers in the Mt. Kenya area for free while cypress trees are growing. The farmers benefit from the free use of the land and the shade from the cypress trees.
Added Revenue in Kenya
doTERRA sources Cypress essential oil from the lower branches of the cypress tree that must be removed by farmers in order to keep the tree straight enough for timber. Here is how this has minimised waste and improved the lives of farmers in Kenya:
- Normally, farmers would have to wait at least 20 years before seeing any revenue from a cypress tree
- Farmers now receive an additional revenue stream for the crop they are already growing
What's in your bottle?
You will find your Quality ID on the bottom of doTERRA single essential oil bottles purchased after May 2016. The Quality ID will contain a series of six or seven numbers and one letter.
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Cypress Oil Cupressus sempervirens & cupressus lusitanica essential Oil
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