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Eucalyptus oil is a colorless substance with a characteristic taste and smell. It is obtained from fresh eucalyptus leaves in the process of their distillation with steam. Eucalyptus oil has an oily texture and is not too thick, and its fragrance is so intense that it repels mosquitoes, flies, insects and fleas. It is used for the production of ointments, lotions, creams, as a component of mouthwashes and for inhalation. It can be used to cleanse and disinfect the skin – the oil droplets dissolved in water create an ideal skin care fluid.
Eucalyptus oil – what are its properties?
It is characterized by high antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal activity. It is used to treat upper respiratory tract infections, runny nose, cough, sinusitis, and even rheumatic pains. Eucalyptus oil stimulates the body’s immune mechanisms. It relaxes the bronchi, liquefies the residual mucus, and clears the sinuses of the nose. It is also great for insect bites as it soothes itching. It brings relief from burns and has an expectorant and anti-inflammatory effect, which is why it is often used for inhalation.
Eucalyptus oil is part of the Bąbel preparation – a bath fluid for children for colds, which is perfect for inhalation baths.
You can also find eucalyptus leaf extract in dietary supplements used to improve immunity and to support upper respiratory tract infections. Try, for example, Lungs – a liquid supplement from Invent Farm.
It can be used both externally and internally. The leaves were used to treat wounds on the skin and applied to the forehead to fight fever. In addition, this oil was used to treat malaria, typhus and scarlet fever. It helps with inflammation of the mouth, throat and herpes. It is included in several food and dental preparations as it freshens breath.
A few drops of the oil, rubbed into the neck and chest, bring immediate relief. The oil dilates blood vessels and releases an aromatic fragrance that makes breathing easier. It also helps with hay fever. We find it in ointments and gels, and when rubbed into the skin, it gives a cooling effect, which helps in fatigue, mental exhaustion or just lethargy. It also brings results in the treatment of stress and headaches, and is especially recommended for people working mentally and learning.
Eucalyptus oil – other uses
Eucalyptus oil contains, among others: soaps, detergents, ecological cleaning agents. It cleans, refreshes and disinfects very well. It works like a strong deodorant, and a few drops added to the bath will have a relaxing and regenerating effect. Recently, the use of eucalyptus oil in aromatherapy has been gaining popularity. It combines very well with other essential oils, including rosemary, lavender, marjoram, cedar, thyme or various types of incense.
Its use: in cosmetology and natural medicine, it has a relaxing effect, soothes the senses, calms and reduces nervous tension. Eucalyptus oil can also be used in children after consulting a doctor.
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