EUCALYPTUS Oil is derived from the dried leaves of a fast growing evergreen tree Eucalyptus globulus or Blue Gum. Extracted from the steam distillation of dried leaves Eucalyptus Oil is a colorless liquid with a strong woody and sweet smell. Although the essential oil shows the properties of a typical volatile oil it is not very popular in aromatherapy.

Eucalyptus oil is known for offering numerous health benefits to users. Researches are being done to find the use of oil in aromatherapy and in preparation of conventional medicines. Eucalyptus leaf is used for infections, fever, upset stomach, and to help loosen coughs. Eucalyptus oil being highly antiseptic were used in hospitals during operations and in cleaning urinary catheters.

Eucalyptus oils consist of more than 100 different compounds. Some of the main chemical components are a-pinene, b-pinene, a-phellandrene, 1,8-cineole, limonene, terpinen-4-ol, aromadendrene, epiglobulol, piperitone and globulol.

Uses of Eucalyptus Oil

• The diluted form of eucalyptus oil is used for relief from pain and inflammation of skin
• Eucalyptus oil is used for healing wounds, ulcers, burns, cuts, abrasions and sores.
• It provides an effective relief from insect stings and bites.
• It is used as a powerful antiseptic for treatment of wounds, burns, and ulcer.
• Being an insect repellant it keeps insects at bay.
• Can be used to heal mucous membranes and effective treatment of astma and allergies.
• Used mostly in making perfumes and cosmetics,
• Is also an ingredient in mouthwashes, liniments and ointments, toothpastes, cough drops, and lozenges
• Can be mixed with suitable carrier oil and used for body massage.
• Can be used as bug repellant and is frequently used as a natural treatment of lice.
• Is used to treat skin infections.
• Can be inhaled as vapor to ease the constriction of the blood vessels.

Benefits of Eucalyptus Oil

• The oil acts as a natural sunscreen and guards one’s skin from sun burns and other damage.
• Can help in immediate pain relief and useful to sportspersons for warm up.
• Can help one maintain sound oral health as it can fight and remove tooth-decaying bacteria
• It can stimulate and boost immune response.
• It offers a cooling and refreshing effect and can help one get relief in case of exhaustion and stress.
• Can help one get free from intestinal germs
• Promotes blood circulation and can help one control blood sugar
• It can increase blood flow to the brain and hence can be suitably used for aromatherapy.
• It can effectively treat a number of respiratory problems including cold, cough, runny nose, sore throat, asthma, nasal congestion, bronchitis and sinusitis.
• Can help you get free from sore throat
• Can help get immediate relief from muscular and joint pains because of its anti-inflammatory and analgesic property.