{"product_id":"everlasting","title":"Everlasting (Helichrysum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem\u003eHelichrysum italicum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotany and\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrigins\u003c\/strong\u003e: A strongly aromatic shrub with many branched stems that are woody at the base and grows up 0.6m high. It is also known as Helichrysum or Immortelle. When dried the brightly coloured, daisy-like flowers retain their colour and shape hence the name everlasting or immortelle. The plant grows wild and is cultivated in the south of France, Italy, former Yugoslavia and other Mediterranean countries. There are about 500 species of helichrysum, but many of these do not produce an essential oil. The main species used for the production of essential oil are\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHelichrysum italium \u003c\/em\u003eor \u003cem\u003eHelichrysum angustifolium\u003c\/em\u003e (Corscia \u0026amp; former Yugoslavia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHelichrysum stoechas\u003c\/em\u003e DC (France)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHelichrysum gymnocephalum\u003c\/em\u003e H. Humb (Madagascar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHelichrysum patulum\u003c\/em\u003e (South Africa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eEverlasting or Helichrysum oil is steam distilled from the flowering tops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: The name Helichrysum comes from the Greek word helios (sun) and chrysos (gold) because of the way these plants bloom gives the impression of little golden suns. In traditional herbal medicine, everlasting or helichrysum is used as an expectorant, antitussive, choleretic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory and antiallergenic agent in Europe. It has been used for bronchitis, asthma, whooping cough, psoriasis, burns, rheumatism, headache, migraines, allergies and liver ailments and it is usually taken in the form of a decoction or infusion.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: Everlasting oil has been reported to exhibit antimicrobial properties in vitro against \u003cem\u003eStaphyloccus aureus\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eEscherichia coli\u003c\/em\u003e, a \u003cem\u003eMycobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e species and \u003cem\u003eCandida albicans\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCirculatory System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Among its chemical constituents is a group of ketone-like compounds called beta-diones. It is this group of constituents that contributes to the oil's anticoagulant properties, making it applicable in the treatment of any severe bruising that results in haematoma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetoxification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Everlasting is well known for its ability to purify the blood. It is suggested that Everlasting helps drain the lymph glands. It was recommended using Everlasting when performing a lymphatic drainage massage. It is well known as a stimulant to the liver, gall bladder, kidney, spleen and pancreas - the organs responsible for detoxifying the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntegumentary System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Everlasting is reputed to have anti-inflammatory properties and is recommended for eczema and allergies. Blending Everlasting with Rock Rose and Lavender for treating skin allergies, eczema, rashes and psoriasis. Everlasting may be used for the treatment of large injuries until professional care is available. It is recommended to apply undiluted oil onto the wound, before it is bandaged for the trip to the hospital. It will not cause any irritation and will reduce swelling and inflammation and speed up the wound healing process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMusculoskeletal System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Everlasting's analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties make it beneficial for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRespiratory System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: It has mucolytic, antispasmodic and expectorant properties which make it beneficial for treating sinus infections, bronchitis and coughs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: It is used in skin care because of its excellent anti-inflammatory activity. It is recommended where there is inflamed tissue which needs to be calmed down and regenerated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e: Everlasting oil has been reported to be non-toxic, non-irritant and non sensitising. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Corsica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10ml, 30ml, 50ml (for 100ml and above, please contact us)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THE NATURALIST GRANDEUR","offers":[{"title":"1ml","offer_id":47752821211388,"sku":"TNG0001-HEL1ML","price":200.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5ml","offer_id":47752821244156,"sku":"TNG0002-HEL5ML","price":900.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10ml","offer_id":47752821276924,"sku":"TNG0003-HEL10ML","price":1700.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6640\/7164\/files\/Everlasting.png?v=1755435746","url":"https:\/\/www.thenaturalistgrandeur.com.sg\/products\/everlasting","provider":"The Naturalist Grandeur","version":"1.0","type":"link"}