About Hyssop

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) – is sourced from France.  It has a fresh, earthy, sweet and slightly minty/ camphorous fragrance. This herb is best known as used in the old testament for a variety of ailments.  Hyssop essential oil is a warm oil and also a middle note. The oil has a bitter taste. Known for the following benefits: Anti-septic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Carminative, Digestive support and a diuretic, Expectorant, Febrifuge and nervine, sedative and a vermifuge.

Main Chemical Compounds

The main chemical compounds found in our Hyssop are borneol. linalool, champhor, pinocamphone, Thujone – a monoterpene ketone, sesquiterpene-cadine and pinene. Borneol is known for being a strong anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant. Known for its pain relieving or analgesic effects. Best used for joint pain, sore throats, and burns. Linalool is known for its anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and even anti-depressant properties. Its sedative properties assists with better sleep while regulating mood. It is this compound responsible for killing a multiple microbes. Champhor is the compound known for having pain relieving benefits. It also is responsible for enhancing mental clarity and for respiratory relief. Pinocamphone aiding digestion, promoting respiratory health, and possessing anti-microbial properties. Thujone – a monoterpene ketone is known for its immune modulation, anti-cancer activity, and potential as a natural pesticide. Sesquiterpene-cadine has strong antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties. Pinenes assist with enhanced mental focus.

Benefits

Firstly, Hyssop is known to be a general cleanser especially in connection with plagues and chest ailments.  It has long be held as a sacred plant. Used to ward off lice. Also used to bind up wounds that was known to bring rapid healing. Helpful for swelling and spots and was also used to treat cancerous growths.

Hyssop essential oil is also a good oil for the circulatory system.  It seems to do a good job in raising low blood pressure. It is known to be a good tonic to the body when it needs a little boost.

Furthermore, it is known to support the respiratory system and can assist the body in overcoming viral infections such as colds, coughs, sore throats, influenza, bronchitis and asthma. It assists to clear the lungs, eases tightness in the chest. When inhaled, it helps to thin mucous. It also relieves bronchial spasms.

Lastly it is also known to aid digestion – especially digestion of fats, relieves stomach cramps and can even assist to expel wind. It is also known to expel worms when used in a circular movement over the stomach.

An interesting fact about Hyssop essential oil is that it is also a relief from rheumatism, arthritis and gout.

How do I use Hyssop

Always refer to our responsible usage guide to see how to use essential oils responsibly. When using medicinally in a blend for topical use, always dilute properly in a carrier oil. Diffuse in a diffuser and inhale for the best results.

Blends well with

Don’t know how to make a blend? Keep an eye out on our Facebook page to see when the next Masterclass will be presented.  However, here is a list of single pure natural oils that blends well with Hyssop:

• Aniseed
• Black Pepper
• Cinnamon
• Clove Bud
• Coriander
• Cypress
• Frankincense
• Lavender
• Myrrh
• Sweet Orange
• Rosemary essential oil
• Tea Tree

Cautions of Hyssop

• Always consult your medical practitioner before using essential oils you are unsure of or if any side effects are experienced because of its use.
• Do not use topically or diffused around children under the age of six unless very diluted.
• Keep away from the eyes.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store in glass, in a cool dry place away from sunlight to preserve longer.
• Low dosages are advisable since this oil is potent.
• Do not use during pregnancy since it might cause uterine contractions resulting in miscarriage or preterm labor.
• Do not use if suffering from epilepsy and high blood pressure.
• Do not ingest.
• Again, see our responsible usage guide here