Used in aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs

Description

Steam distilled from the leaves of the Australian eucalyptus (also known as gum tree), this essential oil has a strong, pungent, penetrating, fresh and cool aroma with a slight woody/sweet undertone.

Recommended use

Bath: add 2 to 8 drops of undiluted essential oil with the same amount of shampoo or liquid soap before adding to the bath. Stir the water gently. For maximum benefit, stay in the bath for 10 minutes. Use 2 drops of undiluted essential oil the first time and increase by 1 drop per bath to a maximum of 8 drops. Use once a day. Compresses: Add 2 drops of undiluted essential oil to 500 ml of warm water. Mix by shaking in a bottle and immediately soak the compress in the mixture. Squeeze lightly, apply the compress to the skin and cover with clothing and/or a towel. Leave on for 2 to 4 hours. Up to 3 times a day. Direct inhalation: Apply 1-6 drops of undiluted essential oil to a handkerchief/tissue and inhale occasionally. Up to 3 times a day. Recommendations (adults only): External use only. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; if this occurs, rinse thoroughly with vegetable oil. Steam inhalation: Add 3 to 12 drops of undiluted essential oil to a bowl of boiling water/facial steam. Inhale slowly and deeply for 5-10 minutes. Up to 3 times daily. Topical use: Mix 4 drops of essential oil in 20 ml of vegetable oil for topical use. Apply to affected area up to 3 times daily. Do not use undiluted essential oils.

Ingredients

Medicinal ingredient: Eucalyptus essential oil (Eucalyptus globulus, leaf) 100%.