Aster Aroma - Japanese Hinoki Pure Essential Oil (Chamaecyparis obtusa)

Hinoki (aka Japanese Cypress) is grown for its very high quality timber in Japan and Hinoki Essential Oil is made from the heartwood of the plant. This oil is lemon-scented with a hint of camphor; Hinoki's antispasmodic properties can be effective against leg cramps, and muscle pulls. The antispasmodic agent can help clear up congestion, eliminate phlegm build-up. Origin: Japan Extraction Method: Steam Distillation Part Used: Wood Note: Top Net Weight: 5ml Application: Bathing: Add 4-6 drops Essential Oil of your choice into a bath of warm water, blended well and soak for 20 minutes. Massage: Add 3-5 drops Essential Oil of your choice into 10ml of Sweet Almond Oil, blended well and massage onto the affected area in a circular movement. * Do not apply essential oil to skin undiluted. Steam Inhalation: Add 2-3 drops Essential Oil of your choice into a bowl of warm water or essential oil burner, blended well and breathe in the vapour. Steam inhalation is especially effective for relieving symptoms related to the respiratory and nervous systems. Cold/Hot Compress: Add 3-5 drops Essential Oil of your choice into 10ml of Sweet Almond Oil, blended well and apply onto the affected area, cover up with hot or cold patch/ towel for the soothing process. Hot compress is good for soothing aches and pains, while cold compress for inflammation, fever, sprains, swelling and bruising.