Studies have suggested that helichrysum essential oil can help promote healing, fight infection, and reduce inflammation. Early science suggests that helichrysum essential oil may be able to help:
reduce allergy symptoms
help fight colds and coughs
treat skin inflammation
wounds heal more quickly
prevent infection, which helps the wound heal in turn.
Helichrysum essential oil is traditionally used to treat a wide range of digestive issues, such as stomachaches, bloating, indigestion, acid reflux, constipation.
Treatment of gallbladder disorders is a traditional use of helichrysum throughout Europe.
May reduce muscle and joint inflammation when rubbed into the affected area.
Can stop or slow the growth of candida, a bacteria known to cause yeast infections.
Treating insomnia is a traditional use of helichrysum essential oil.
Helichrysum essential oil is often recommended to treat acne — particularly acne scars.
Helichrysum essential oil is used throughout parts of Europe to treat liver diseases.