Uses:
For those that are flighty, nervous or distraught, Victorian Emerald Cypress Oil has an immediate grounding effect when inhaled. The oil is a particularly excellent perfumery ingredient for masculine body care products.
Directions:
Use in oil burner: add a few drops to water. Mix with water for use as hydrosol.
Possible skin irritant; Test on small area of skin and dilute if necessary, before use.
NOT TO BE TAKEN INTERNALLY
Botanical Name:
Callitris columellaris F. Muell. (callitris from the Greek calli beautiful and treis three in allusion to the beautiful 3-fold arrangements of its part
Oil Characteristics:
The oil is a beautiful emerald green color, clear like green water, sticky and viscous like cane syrup. The scent is predominantly fruity, with a woody sustaining note and green/vegetal and floral back notes. It has a medium intensity odor (5-6 on a scale of 1-10). The taste is bitter.
Chemical Characteristics:
24.3% citronellic acid
20% guaiol
15% various alcohols
12% various terpenes
Chemical Profile:
24.3% citronellic acid
20% guaiol
15% various alcohols
12% various terpenes
Physical Properties:
Specific Gravity @15°- 0.871 - 0.910
Refractive Index - 1.4680 - 1.4960
Optical Rotation - +22.0° to +26.0°
Production Method:
Steam Distillation - Wood and bark
Warnings:
Caution should be taken when using Essential Oils. Do not use any oils without consultation from a qualified aroma therapy practitioner. All Essential Oils should be kept out of the reach of children.