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(Chamaecyparis formosensis) also known as Hong Kuai, Taiwan Cypress, Formosan Cypress
Hinoki has an uplifting aroma and is traditionally used to support healthy breathing and mental clarity.

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Hinoki
Chamaecyparis formosensis, also known as Hong Kuai, Taiwan Cypress, Formosan Cypress

Plant Origin: Taiwan
Method: Steam distilled from wood chips and saw dust from wood workers
Cultivation: Unsprayed (grown organically but not certified)
Chemical Family: Sesquiterpene
Aroma: Balsamic, woody, cedar-like, clean, sweet
Note (Evaporation Rate): Middle/Base

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis: Lot#101
myrtenol 18.93%
trans-myrtenol 14.18%
delta-cadinene 7.95%
alpha-cadinol 5.13%
alpha-pinene 4.62%

Taiwan Hinoki (Chamaecyparis formosensis) differs from Chamaecyparis obtusa, which is a conifer native to Japan. Botanists ponder whether the Taiwanese Chamaecyparis obtusa var. formosana is a variant of the Japanese Chamaecyparis obtusa or if it is a separate species.

Safety Information
Children: There are no known contraindications.

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: There are no known contraindications.

Medication/Health Issue: There are no known contraindications. Taiwan Hinoki is not widely used in aromatherapy so safety data is not found. It is not profiled in Essential Oil Safety by Tisserand/Young. Botanists ponder whether the Taiwanese Chamaecyparis obtusa var. formosana is a variant of the Japanese Chamaecyparis obtusa or if it is a separate species.

Therapeutic Uses
Taiwan Hinoki essential oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:
Anxiety
Congestion
Mental clarity
Respiratory
Sinus
Uplifting

Much More Than a Pleasant Scent: A Review on Essential Oils Supporting the Immune System by Molecules
"After the exposure of 12 healthy male subjects to vaporized hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) stem EO for three consecutive nights in an urban hotel room, NK activity, the percentages of NK cells, and perforin, granulysin, and granzyme A/B-expressing cells were found to be significantly increased in peripheral blood, while the percentage of T cells significantly decreased in a work by Li et al."

Effects of Essential Oil from Hinoki Cypress, Chamaecyparis obtusa, on Physiology and Behavior of Flies PubMed

Essential oils from other Chamaecyparis species have been reported to have insecticidal and antimicrobial activities. Essential oil from Chamaecypris formosensis also has growth inhibitory activity against phytopathogenic fungi.

Composition and antipathogenic activities of the twig essential oil of Chamaecyparis formosensis from Taiwan PubMed

Effects of Chamaecyparis formosensis Matasumura extractives on lipopolysaccharide-induced release of nitric oxide PubMed

This study suggests that C. formosensis may have potential for use as a natural resource for human health care.

Effect of Hinoki and Meniki Essential Oils on Human Autonomic Nervous System Activity and Mood States PubMed

After inhaling Chamecyparis formosensis essential oil, participant's systolic blood pressure and heart rate (HR) were decreased, and diastolic blood pressure increased. In addition, sympathetic nervous activity (SNS) was significantly decreased, and parasympathetic activity (PSNS) was significantly increased. [The essential oil] stimulated a pleasant mood status. Our results strongly suggest that the essential oil could be suitable agents for the development of regulators of sympathetic nervous system dysfunctions.

Blends Well With
Black Spruce
Blue Cypress
Cedarwood
Cypress
Frankincense
Jasmine
Lavender
Ylang Ylang

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)

Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil.

Since Hinoki does not have a limiting dilution parameter, we suggest that adults follow the General Guidelines found on the Dilution Chart, which is:

2-3% for daily application

Up to 25% for short-term use

Children: For infants and children, please follow the Dilution Chart on the Babies and Children page.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal inhaler

Internal: Taiwan Hinoki is not profiled in Essential Oil Safety by Tisserand/Young. Botanists ponder whether the Taiwanese Chamaecyparis obtusa var. formosana is a variant of the Japanese Chamaecyparis obtusa or if it is a separate species.
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Testimonies
The following anecdotal testimonies have not been reviewed by the FDA.
The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure disease.
Information shared on the HEO website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice given by your trusted health care provider.
We believe that essential oils are provided by the Lord to support our health and well-being.
The Lord is our wisdom, protector and healer.
(Genesis 1:29-30, Ezekiel 47:12)

1. I made a very restful blend using Orange, Lavender, Frankincense and Cedarwood with a touch of Hinoki. The Hinoki makes this blend exceptional for calming anxiousness and nervous tension. - Candice

Safety
Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat—like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Flushing with water will only send the essential oil back to the eye's membranes. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. We’ve not known this to cause permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

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