Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Eucalyptus (Australiana) Essential Oil

Botanical name

Eucalyptus radiata

Botanical family

Myrtaceae

Origin

Australia

Method of extraction

Steam distillation

Major constituents

A typical chemical composition of Eucalyptus Australiana shows as follows:

alpha-pinene                                               4.0%
beta-pinene                                                 0.8%
myrcene                                                       0.8%
alpha-phellandrane                                  0.7%
para-cymene                                              0.5%
limonene                                                     6.4%
1,8 cineole                                                   74.0%
gamma-terpinene                                     1.0%
terpinolene                                                 0.2%
linalool                                                        0.1%
terpinene-4-ol                                           1.0%
alpha-terpineol                                         8.0%

Uses

Spiritual & Mind

With a fresh, crisp cineole scent, eucalyptus Australiana is relaxing and purifying.

Excellent air freshener, also uplifting, energizing , removes bad room smells and odours, calms noisy children.

Body

Eucalyptus Australiana is possibly the most pleasant of all Eucalyptus, it is best known as a decongestant inhalation for colds and catarrh. It is an exceptional remedy for clearing lung-phlegm and wind-heat. This makes it beneficial for the onset of flu or fever, sore throat, the common cold, sinusits and chronic bronchitis.

It is used to relieve insect bites and muscular aches and pains. Because it is relatively gentle and non-irritating, it is the preferred choice for children.

Eucalyptus Australiana has renown for its antibacterial qualities.

Skincare

Eucalyptus oil is effective as an insect repellent and is used to treat burns, blisters, cuts and wounds.

Use its antibacterial property to apply on tops of the feet to eliminate odours.

Directions

Add a few drops in a diffuser, oil burner, vaporiser, potpourri, massage oil or bath, skin creams or base; for daily skin care or massage, suggest dilution below 2%.

Cautions

Avoid contact with the eyes. Suggest not to be taken, for special treatment needs follow to your professional therapist.
Keep out of reach of children.
Store below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight.

Related information

There are more than ten eucalyptus in Australia used for Aromatherapy. Eucalyptus radiate is more appropriate for children.