Cypress
INCI
Cupressus Sempervirens (Cypress) Oil
ORIGEN
Vegetal. The cypress is an evergreen arboreal species of the Cupresáceae family that can reach more than 1000 years of life. The essential oil is extracted from the tips of the most tender branches and their fruits by steam distillation.
ALMA DE LA ESENCIA
Natural cosmetic. Cypress oil is an active ingredient rich in terpenes such as alpha-pinene, beta-pinene and alpha-terpinene and also it has camphene content. The name of the cypress in Greek culture meant “living” and it was considered a tree that represented feminine beauty.
BENEFICIOS
To offer you an effective cosmetic at EZENTIA we have decided to use this active essence due its following properties:
- Anticellulite. Cypress oil stimulates circulation favoring the elimination of varicose veins and it has a firming effect for the skin.
- Pain relieving. Thanks to its varied content of terpenes, it helps soothe the skin.
- Antioxidant. The synergy of two of its components (Limonene & Carene) provide antioxidant properties for the skin.
- Anti-rheuma. As a massage oil, it helps to relieve rheumatism and cramps. It is advisable to take a few drops in the bathtub.
- Healing. It has camphene content that helps treat internal and external wounds.
- Protector. Cypress oil extracts have antimicrobial properties.
REFERENCIAS CIENTÍFICAS
Selim SA, et al. Chemical composition, antimicrobial and antibiofilm activity of the essential oil and methanol extract of the Mediterranean cypress (Cupressus sempervirens L.)
Boukhris, M. et al. Chemical Composition and Biological Potential of Essential Oil from Tunisian Cupressus sempervirens L.
