Eucalyptus globulus essential oil is known for its refreshing scent that makes breathing easier. Its properties can help with problems with the lower respiratory system, colds, muscle pains and feelings of mental and physical exhaustion. It acts as a powerful expectorant and has antiviral and antibacterial effects.
All this makes it an essential oil that is an ideal choice in the season of viruses and colds, and in combination with other essential oils it can also be used for many other problems.
Below we present several recipes on how to use eucalyptus globulus essential oil in the correct way, depending on the problem we want to treat.
Cold remedy blend
- 100 drops of eucalyptus radiata essential oil
- 50 drops of eucalyptus globulus essential oil
- 50 drops of ravintsara essential oil
The mixture can be used in a diffuser, inhaled through a handkerchief or mixed with a carrier oil and used on the skin.
Blend for diffuser or inhalation
For blocked sinuses
- 4 drops of cedarwood, atlas essential oil
- 4 drops of eucalyptus globulus essential oil
- 4 drops of ravintsara essential oil
For allergy symptoms
- 5 drops of eucalyptus globulus essential oil
- 3 drops of lavender essential oil
- 2 drops of ravintsara essential oil
For asthma symptoms
- 4 drops of lemon essential oil
- 4 drops of eucalyptus globulus essential oil
- 4 drops of peppermint essential oil
For mental exhaustion
- 4 drops of pine needle essential oil
- 4 drops of peppermint essential oil
- 2 drops of eucalyptus globulus essential oil
The mixtures can be used in a diffuser or mixed with hot water and inhaled through steam.
Carrier oil blends
For headaches
- 30 ml of almond oil
- 5 drops of rosemary, cineole essential oil
- 3 drops of peppermint essential oil
- 2 drops of lavender essential oil
- 2 drops of eucalyptus globulus essential oil
A small amount of the mixture should be massaged in circular motions on the temple area.
For fungal skin infections
- 100 ml carrier oil of choice
- 25 drops of palmarosa essential oil
- 25 drops of eucalyptus globulus essential oil
- 25 drops of thyme, linalool essential oil
The mixture should be applied to the affected area 2-4 times a day for a period of 10-14 days.
