Cypress oil used from aromatherapy derives from the leaves and woody
fruits of the Cupressus tree. Characterized by a fresh and woody odor,
Cypress oil is used in aromatherapy as a direutic and as an astringent.
It may be helpful on the temporary relief of hemorrhoids as well as
in instances of cellulite.
Hemorrhoids - add 3 drops of Cypress oil to a shallow warm bath (sitz
bath). Immerse the affected area. Repeat 2 or 3 times a day.
Cellulite and swollen ankles - add 10 drops of Cypress oil to 2 tablespoons
of vegetable oil (olive). Applying after a warm bath, use 1 tablespoon
on each limb. Starting at the extremity and moving toward the trunk
of the body, use gentle squeezing upward strokes. You want to be gently
working toward the direction of the heart.
Caution: do not use cypress oil on sensitive skin or if you have skin
allergies. Do not directly massage varicose veins.