Spotlight Eucalyptus Oil
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The health benefits of eucalyptus are well known, its properties include but are not limited to anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, decongestant, deoderant, antiseptic, antibacterial, stimulating, and other medicinal qualities. It is colorless and has a distinctive taste and odor. The numerous health benefits of eucalyptus oil have attracted the attention of the entire world, and it has stimulated a great deal of exploration into its usage in aromatherapy as well as in conventional medicine. Eucalyptus essential oil is obtained from fresh leaves of the tall, evergreen eucalyptus tree. The tree, scientifically classified as Eucalyptus Globulus is also known as fever tree, blue gum tree or stringy bark tree, depending on where it is located in the world. Eucalyptus is native to Australia and has spread in the past few centuries to other parts of the world including India, Europe and South Africa. Though many countries produce eucalyptus oil in small quantities, the prime source of eucalyptus oil for the world is still Australia.
The health benefits of Eucalyptus Oil include the following:
Respiratory problems: Eucalyptus essential oil can treat a number of respiratory problems including cold, cough, runny nose, asthma, sore throat, bronchitis, nasal congestion, and sinusitis. It is antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and decongestant in nature. This makes it an excellent ingredient in medicines that treat respiratory issues. Gargling pure eucalyptus essential oil with warm water is consistently effective in treating sore throats.
Asthma affects millions of people around the world. An effective treatment for this is the use of eucalyptus oil. Massage 1-3 drops onto the chest and the soothing effect of the aroma and vapors will calm the throat and open the blood vessels, allowing more oxygen into the lungs and relieving the breathe.
Wounds: the antiseptic properties of eucalyptus essential oil come from ozone being created when eucalyptus is exposed to air. Ozone is a well researched antiseptic. Therefore eucalyptus essential oil can be used to heal wounds, ulcers, burns, cuts abrasions, sores, insect bites and stings. Besides the soothing effect on the area it will also protect the wound from developing infections.
Muscle pain: If you are experiencing joint and muscle pain, massaging eucalyptus oil on the surface of the skin helps to relieve stress and pain. Eucalyptus oil is analgesic and anti-inflammatory and is often recommended to patients suffering from rheumatism, lumbago, sprained ligaments and tendons, stiff muscles, aches, fibrosis and even nerve pain. The oil should be massaged in a circular motion on the affected areas of the body.
Mental exhaustion: Eucalyptus oil is often used because it creates a cooling and refreshing effect on the body and mind. It is a stimulant and removes exhaustion, fatigue and mental sluggishness. It is rejuvenating to the sick. It stimulates mental activity and increases blood flow to the brain. More blood to the brain means more brain power! It is a vasodilator which means that it increases the blood flow around the body by relaxing the blood vessels and allowing more blood to circulate.
Dental care: Eucalyptus essential oil is very effective against cavities, dental plaque, gingivitis and other dental issues. It is commonly found in mouthwash and tooth paste.
Lice: As a bug repellant and natural pesticide it can be used a treatment for lice.
Skin care: Eucalyptus oil is often applied topically to treat skin infections.
Fever: Eucalyptus essential oil can be used to treat fevers and reduce body temperature.
Other benefits of Eucalyptus Oil include the following:
Room freshener: Eucalyptus is an excellent deoderant and antiseptic. It kills bacteria and germs in the air.
Soaps: Eucalyptus oil is frequently used in soaps, detergents and household cleaners. This is primarily due to its pleasant aroma and effect as a deodorant, antibacterial, antiseptic, and antimicrobial agent.
Spa: Many people add eucalyptus oil to baths, spas and saunas because of its refreshing and cooling affects. Most of the benefits of eucalyptus essential oil can be accessed through the vapor, as well as topical application or ingestion.
We love eucalyptus oil for its amazing properties and uniquely powerful scent! Try some in our eucalyptus and spearmint soap or eucalyptus candle!