Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Description

The Benefits of Using Eucalyptus Essential Oil

With a distinctive taste and rich in numerous medicinal properties, the eucalyptus essential oil is widely used for medicinal purposes.  Whether you are suffering from cold, respiratory issues, wounds or even mental exhaustion, this essential oil that is extracted from the eucalyptus leaves will be of great use.  All this is made possible by its anti-bacterial, antiseptic, antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties among others.

 

Common Uses For Eucalyptus Essential Oil

 

Eucalyptus has been used for centuries aid with respiratory problems, asthma, bronchitis, colds, runny nose and nasal congestion just to name a few.  It is a great option for reducing asthmatic symptoms as it promotes normal breathing. In its nature, the oil is a decongestant.

This super essential oil has powerful anti-septic properties that help to prevent infection from everyday cuts and wounds to other skin issues such as acne, dry skin, dandruff and skin ulcers.  It has been known to help with the suffering of those with herpes simplex.  Eucalyptus can also help relieve muscle and joint pain.  The anti-fungal property makes it a great remedy for nail and skin fungus.

Eucalyptus is widely used in dental care.  It can aide in the healing and prevention of gum disease, gingivitis and other dental infections.    Eucalyptus has fantastic anti-bacterial properties and is often used in toothpaste and mouthwash products.

Relieve complaints of the nervous system, neuralgia, headache, migraine as well as adrenal fatigue and mental exhaustion with eucalyptus oil.  Careers, family, and life, in general, are full of issues that lead to mental exhaustion.  Your brain needs proper blood flow, and it needs to be stimulated for increased mental activity.  Do not give in to stress and anxiety because Herbal Forest eucalyptus essential oil will enhance your mental health.

 

Eucalyptus Essential Oil in Aromatherapy

Eucalyptus has a very strong scent and is widely used to in a number of everyday products such as soaps, perfumes, candles, air fresheners, creams, lotions, massage oils, insect repellents, nasal decongestants, steam inhalants, foot powders, skincare products, household disinfectant products and cleaners and incense.

 

Parts Used:  Leaves and twigs

Extraction Method:  Steam distilled

Note Classification:  Top

Aroma:  Fresh, woody, camphoraceous, penetrating

Blends Well With:  benzoin, black pepper, bergamot, cedarwood, chamomile, cypress, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, helichrysum, juniper, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, lime, marjoram, patchouli, peppermint, pine, rosemary, tea tree and thyme

 

Caution:  Diluted properly, Eucalyptus globulus Essential Oil is generally non-toxic and non-irritant.  As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in the eyes or mucus membranes.  Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner.  Keep away from children.  If applying an essential oil to your skin, always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier).  The information on this website is not intended to be used in the diagnosis, treatment or mitigation of any physical or mental illness.  Essential oils are not drugs and are not considered appropriate for treatment of illness.  Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should not use essential oils without first consulting an appropriately trained healthcare practitioner.  The statements on this website have not been evaluated by the FDA.