Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Benefits of Eucalyptus Essential Oil:

– Used in aromatherapy to balance the nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety, stress, and mental fatigue.
– Relieves headaches, including migraines, and reduces inflammation.
– Supports respiratory health, relieving congestion and coughs.
– Natural insect repellent, effective against mosquitoes and other biting insects.

Topical applications:

– Relieves coughs and congestion when applied to the chest.
– Eases sinus pressure when massaged onto the temples.
– Soothes skin irritations, including eczema, acne, and insect bites.

Other uses:

– Supports oral health: as a mouthwash or added to toothpaste, it prevents plaque buildup, reduces fungal or bacterial inflammation, and freshens breath.
– Disinfectant spray: eliminates dirt and odors.
– Air purifier: cleanses the air, eliminating airborne pathogens.
– Gargle: reduces throat inflammation.
– Added to bath water relieves aches, pains, and inflammation, and treats fungal infections (ringworm, athlete’s foot, etc.).
– Foot soak: soothes and invigorates tired or swollen feet, purifies and eliminates odors, reduces inflammation, and promotes healing.

Note: Essential oils are highly concentrated and should always be diluted with a natural oil (such as almond, coconut, grapeseed, or jojoba) before applying to the skin, scalp, or hair).

Ratio: 1 drop to 5ml of oil.

Usage:

– Aromatherapy: Add a few drops to a diffuser.
– Fungal treatment: Apply topically to the affected area.
– Skin and hair care: Apply topically or add a few drops to moisturizer, body wash, shampoo, etc.
– Massage: 3 drops in 15-20ml of oil.

-Cold compress: Soothes insect bites, bumps, and bruises.

Key characteristics:

– Analgesic
– Antibacterial
– Antifungal
– Anti-inflammatory
– Antiviral
– Antiseptic
– Decongestant
– Expectorant
– Insecticidal
– Stimulant

Extraction method:

– Steam distillation.

Used parts:

– Leaves

Aroma:

Mint, eucalyptus – very sharp and pungent