Description
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Massage
Combine 5-7 drops of eucalyptus oil to 1-2 teaspoons of carrier oil, such as jojoba, olive, or moringa oil (known to have strong anti-inflammatory properties), and massage into the muscles.
Diffuser
When flu season is around the corner, prepare yourself by diffusing a few drops of eucalyptus oil in your diffuser and letting the healing vapors waft through the entire house benefiting everyone. The most common way is to add 3 to 5 drops of eucalyptus oil to your diffuser and breathe in the medicinal vapors for 20 to 30 minutes.
Even in steam inhalation Add 5 drops of eucalyptus oil to a bowl of hot water. Place a towel over your head and breathe in the steam. The eucalyptus-infused steam helps to dilate blood vessels in the airways, loosen mucus and relax spasms in the lungs.
Hair Care
Moisturize your hair with a few drops of eucalyptus oil blended with a carrier oil like coconut oil. The active ingredients in the eucalyptus oil help to stimulate hair follicles by stimulating blood vessels to constrict. This in turn gets more blood flow to the follicles and encourages healthy hair development.
Skincare
When used topically in homemade moisturizers or diluted with carrier oils helps in improving dry skin, prevents premature aging Signs, relieves sunburns and minor skin wounds.
Top Tips
- Eucalyptus oil is a natural anti-bacterial making it a powerful germ cleaner and a terrific grease buster. Mix 1 1/2 cups water with 1/2 cup of vinegar, and 20-25 drops of eucalyptus oil. Fill in a spray bottle (16oz. works great) and use for general cleaning of kitchen and bathroom sinks and countertops, spraying and mopping floors, and as a natural air freshener.
- Eucalyptus oil is best for people who are suffering from asthma, by diluting with a carrier oil and rubbing on the chest or through steam inhalation.
- Add 20-30 drops of eucalyptus oil to a hot bath. The hot water promotes muscle relaxation and the eucalyptus oil gives a tingling, cooling effect and helps to loosen stiff, aching muscles.
- In a small spray bottle of water add 15-20 drops of eucalyptus oil. Spray and rub into sore muscles until the cooling feeling turns into a nice warm sensation. This is also a great way to warm muscles and prepare them before an exercise session.
- Put 1-2 drops of eucalyptus oil onto a handkerchief and breathe in for an instant feel-good sensation
- Add 5 drops of eucalyptus oil and 5 drops of peppermint oil to a bowl of boiling water. Place a large towel over your head (to keep the steam in) and breathe in the strong vapors for 10 minutes or until the steam dies down.
Caution:
Although eucalyptus oil’s medicinal properties can be quite effective, it may not be a good fit for every asthma patient and the aroma of the potent oil might even trigger an asthma attack in those who are extremely sensitive to smells.
Do not use undiluted on the skin. Consult a physician before using, if pregnant, on medication, or having sensitive skin. Keep out of reach of children. Store it in a cool and dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight.
