Everlasting (Helichrysum italicum)

Everlasting is known for its strong healing properties and is especially good for skin conditions including burns, allergies, psoriasis, dermatitis, acne, spots, wounds and allergic conditions. It is also useful for respiratory complaints such as asthma, bronchitis, whooping cough, colds, flu and fever. Everlasting can be applied through massage or in a steam inhalation. Everlasting is excellent as an antidepressant and in stress related conditions including depression, nervous exhaustion, neuralgia and headaches brought on by stress tapping into the energy channels of your body. Everlasting can also aid in muscular aches and pains, rheumatism, sprains and strained muscles. Known for its effectiveness in combating oily skin, use everlasting in a facial massage. This oil is also known in the treatment of patients who have recently had an operation, due to it's use where the nervous system is concerned. CAUTIONS: Possible skin sensitiser. Best used in diluted form.