Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Botanical name : Eucalyptus globulus
Plant origin : Tree, leaves
Extraction method : Steam distillation
Aroma : Pungent, fresh
Odor intensity : Extremely high
Evaporation Rate : Top Note
Eucalyptus essential oil is analgesic, deodorant, stimulant, anti-neuralgic, antiseptic, increases circulation, anti-allergic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, stimulant, tonic, decongestant, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and anti-infectious.
Eucalyptus has been a traditional remedy of the Australian and Tasmanian natives, most notably for wound healing, reducing fever, and combating infection. The aborigines used the burning leaves to ward off insects, acting as a primitive fumigation. In Western society the oil is used for vapor rubs and steam inhalation that benefits the respiratory system.
Eucalyptus essential oil assists with asthma, colds, flu, chest, throat infection, catarrh, viral infections, herpes, cystitis, arthritis, bursitis, abscesses, boils, cuts, wounds, burns, blisters, ulcers, headache, migraine, neuralgia, muscle stiffness, bruises, sprains, stings, insect bites, fever, air purifier, immune stimulant, and swollen glands. When drops are added in a steam bath the oil helps to relieve congestion and clear the sinuses.