Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum) is a floral essential oil with a sweet, herbal, warm aroma and a heart note. Steam distillation from flowering tops, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Lavender, Frankincense (Carterii), Geranium. For topical use, keep dilution at or below 3%.
Known as Immortelle. Rich warm herbal-sweet aroma. Valued in skincare for its gentle quality. One of the most sought-after oils in aromatherapy.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Heart |
| Aroma family | Floral |
| Chemical family | Sesquiterpene |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | flowering tops |
| Origin | France, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Italy |
| Blending factor | 5 |
| Volatility index | 3 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 6.0 |
| CAS number | 8023-95-8 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 3% |
| Max facial dilution | 1% |
| Pregnancy | No specific caution recorded |
| Nursing | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Generally suitable, well diluted |
| Cats | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Evidence: Moderate — Sala et al., 2000 -- published helichrysum research.
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
Scale amounts to any container with the dilution calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Helichrysum smell like?
Helichrysum has a sweet, herbal, warm, honey aroma, classed as a floral oil with a heart note.
What is the safe dilution for Helichrysum?
For topical use, keep Helichrysum at or below 3%, and 1% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Helichrysum safe to use during pregnancy?
Our dataset records no specific pregnancy caution for Helichrysum. That is not the same as it being established as safe — always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any essential oil during pregnancy.
Is Helichrysum safe to use around children?
Helichrysum is generally considered suitable for children when well diluted. Consult a professional for young children.
Is Helichrysum safe around pets?
For cats — generally lower-risk when well diluted and diffused sparingly; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Helichrysum blend well with?
Helichrysum pairs well with Lavender, Frankincense (Carterii), Geranium, Rose.