Immortelle Pure - Helichrysum angustifolia - Montenegro

Family:                                 Compositae (Asteraceae)

Country of Origin:             Montenegro

Extraction:                         Steam distillation of flowering tops

Volatility:                           Base / Euphoric

Colour:                               Light golden slightly viscous

Aroma:                              Strong, heavy, sweet, exotic

Noted Constituents

Esters (60-75%) – nerol acetate (35-55 %)

Sesquiterpenes(10-20%) – limonene (8-13%), B-caryophyllene (1-5%), pinene

Alcohols – geraniol, linalool (1-4%), nerol (2-5%)

Cautions / Safety Data

Do not use on the skin full strength. Always dilute in appropriate carriers before use. Not for internal use.  If pregnant or suffering from serious medical conditions, consult a qualified health professional, experienced in the use of essential oils.

Useful Information

A relative newcomer to the world of essential oils.  The first known distillation and extraction of the oil was in Dalmatia in 1908.  The plant itself has dark yellow flowers, with silver and green pepper scented leaves.  Extraction occurs from the “everlasting” flowers, which are a common flower used in floral arrangements in Europe.

Also referred to as Italian Everlasting or French Immortelle.

Extensive studies have been conducted by Dr. Penoel on Immortelle healing properties associated with the skin.

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