Never ingest undiluted eucalyptus oil or apply undiluted eucalyptus oil externally, as it is very toxic. Do not use in pregnancy or during lactation.
Liquid
10ml
Apply to chest or wounds or simply inhale for cold support.
- Properly Diluted
- Travel Friendly
- Favoured for its soothing menthol scent
- Fresh, relaxing and soothing scent
- Promotes relaxation
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Eucalyptus Oil
Let me introduce to you my Australian friend, Eucalyptus. He is tall with creamy white bark and bluish green leaves, and his essential oil is a tried and true remedy. Koalas love him. He smells great, too...
The Australian Aborigines were the first to use Eucalyptus for its medicinal properties. They would use the oil externally on the skin for comon irritations.
It was later discovered that the oil's primary active ingredient eucalyptol (cineole) is what gave the leaves this anti-septic quality. The roots of eucalyptus trees absorb a huge amount of water, thus drying up infested marshes. It also offers a soothing, relaxing scent, perfect for at home spa days.
Eucalyptus oil is made from the fresh leaves and branch tops on the eucalyptus plant. The leaves and branches are dried , crushed, and distilled. After the oil has been extracted, it must then be diluted before it can be used a medicine.
Eucalyptus is also a expectorant. Ointments made of eucalyptus oil can be applied under the nose or over the chest to soothe congestion and loosen phlegm in the case of a dry cough. It is often added to cough drops, cough syrups and chest rubs for this purpose. Diluted eucalyptus oil can be used as a soothing rub for mild cold symptoms, on sore muscle or on painful joints. As an anti-spasmodic, eucalyptus is again used for cough relief and to reduce menstrual cramping.
Eucalyptus is available as a tincture, cream, ointment, essential oil, or lozenge. Many health food stores carry fresh or dried eucalyptus leaf in bulk.Small amounts of undiluted oil (even in amounts as little as one teaspoon) are toxic and may cause circulatory problems, collapse, suffocation, or death. Eucalyptus oil should always be diluted in a carrier oil such as almond, grape seed, or other vegetable oil before applying to the skin. Applying eucalyptus to the skin may cause a rash in those who are sensitive or allergic to eucalyptus. Eucalyptus tinctures should include 5-10% essential oil, at a dose of 1-3 ml/day. Ointments should contain 5-20% essential oil to be effective.
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