Eucalyptus oil

Eucalyptus - This is an evergreen tree that grows in Australia and its surrounding islands. Eucalyptus oil is obtained from the leaves of the plant by distillation with water - hydrodistillation. For these purposes, young shoots of the eucalyptus tree are usually used, since they are characterized by the highest percentage of essential oil content.

Depending on the type of eucalyptus that served as raw material, several types of essential oil are distinguished:

• oil obtained from Eucaliptus globulus;
• oil obtained from Eucaliptus amygdala.

These two species are the most popular and contain a large amount of cineole in their composition.

Another four types of eucalyptus oil are produced from trees that grow exclusively in Australia and, moreover, in extremely small volumes:

• oil containing citronellal;
• oil containing citral;
• mint-scented oil;
• camphor-scented oil.

• transparent or pale yellow;
• has a cool, tart aroma with hints of resin;
• has a bitter mint flavor;
• has healing properties;
• found application in medicine, cosmetology and aromatherapy.

• cineole;
• myrtenol;
• pinene;
• aldehydes: isovaleric; kapron; cumin; caprylic.

Nutritional value and calorie content of 100 grams of butter

• kills bacteria and microbes;
• relieves inflammation;
• fights infections;
• has a healing effect;
• produces an anesthetic effect;
• is a good antirheumatic agent;
• brings down the temperature;
• cleanses the blood;
• helps to get rid of parasites;
• has diuretic properties;
• has an expectorant effect;
• cleans and freshens the air;
• helps to control pests.

In large quantities, it can cause intoxication of the body, accompanied by nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and in rare cases, damage to the central nervous system.

• severe respiratory diseases;
• diabetes;
• liver damage;
• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• childhood;
• pregnancy.

Eucalyptus essential oil has the most effective effect in combination with other oils, including: orange, bitter orange, geranium, cedar, marjoram, neroli, rosemary, rose, caraway, lavender, pine and petitgrain oil.

Traditional medicine recommends using eucalyptus tree essential oil to combat the following ailments:

• cough;
• ARI and SARS;
• migraine;
• muscle and joint pain;
• cervical erosion;
• inflammatory diseases of the female reproductive system;
• thrush;
• herpetic infection;
• cystitis;
• prostatitis;
• wounds, abrasions and thermal burns;
• insect bites;
• staphylococcal infection;
• dysentery.

To quickly cure a cold, it is recommended to carry out inhalations with eucalyptus oil. To do this, add 20 drops of the drug to hot water and inhale for several minutes 3 times a day.

To get rid of dandruff, mix one part almond or olive oil and one part eucalyptus oil. Apply the resulting mixture with massaging movements on the scalp before going to bed 1-2 times a week.

To relieve joint pain mix 3 drops of eucalyptus oil, 3 drops of thyme oil, 1 drop of peppermint oil and 1 drop of juniper berry oil. The mixture can be used instead of massage oil or added to a warm bath.

To relieve purulent inflammation, mix 2 drops each of eucalyptus oil, chamomile oil and tea tree oil and dilute in 1 tsp. vegetable oil. Apply the mixture to the affected area in the form of a compress several times a day.

• disinfectant and anti-inflammatory properties of eucalyptus essential oil allow it to be used to care for problem skin;
• eucalyptus oil normalizes the activity of the sebaceous glands and thus eliminates one of the causes of acne and acne;
• eucalyptus oil gives the skin a healthier look, rejuvenates and evens out the color;
• Eucalyptus oil can rebalance the scalp, make hair less greasy and get rid of dandruff.

Inhalations or warm baths with eucalyptus essential oil will help:

• get rid of obsessive cough;
• speed up recovery after a cold;
• relieve muscle and joint pain.

The aroma of eucalyptus oil has the following properties:

• mobilizes;
• focuses;
• tones;
• activates mental activity;
• awakens emotions.

• eucalyptus oil is recommended to be sprayed in rooms to eliminate unpleasant odors and purify the air;
• a mixture of eucalyptus and other essential oils can be used for a therapeutic or relaxing massage;
• inhalation of vapors of eucalyptus oil in the form of aroma lamps or inhalations helps with acute respiratory infections and acute respiratory viral infections;
• a few drops of eucalyptus oil can be added to a bath filled with warm water (previously diluted in milk or any vegetable oil) - this will improve the condition of the skin, as well as help gain new strength;
• for colds, gargling with warm water with eucalyptus oil is recommended;
• compresses and lotions with eucalyptus oil will help heal wounds, ulcers and burns;
• a small amount of eucalyptus oil can be added to skin care products - creams, lotions, scrubs, masks and balms.

Massage with eucalyptus oil warms the skin well, so it is rightfully considered an excellent helper in the fight against cellulite. The condition of the skin after such a massage noticeably improves - it becomes more toned and elastic.

• The essential oil is preserved even in completely dried leaves of the tree.
• Inhalation of eucalyptus oil vapors significantly increases the percentage of oxygen uptake by brain cells. This property of essential oil is especially useful for people engaged in mental work, as well as undergoing rehabilitation after a stroke.