Eucalyptus essential oil, 10 ml

It reduces earache, can bring down a high temperature, fights infections, helps you think more clearly, soothes respiratory problems, reduces pain and inflammation, helps disinfect the home and clothes, and serves as a remedy for skin inflammation and insect bites.

• Relieves the symptoms of bronchitis and pneumonia. Eucalyptus can relieve the symptoms of airway inflammation, as it dilates the blood vessels and provides more oxygen to the lungs. Mix 3–5 drops with equal parts of peppermint and coconut oil and rub the mixture onto your chest.
• Reduces earache. Eucalyptus can be an effective remedy for earache. Try a gentle massage of the skin around the ears, or add a few drops of oil to a shallow bowl of boiling water, take it off the heat, put a towel over your head and inhale the steam.
• Helps with asthma and allergies. Research shows that the oil is effective in treating sinusitis and in patients with allergies, breathing difficulties and sinus problems. Gargle with 1–2 drops of eucalyptus oil or apply externally to your chest.
• Boosts energy and attention. To stay alert and focused, diffuse eucalyptus oil around you or massage your temples and neck.
• Relieves itching and rashes. Eucalyptus oil can help with the discomfort of these conditions. Apply to the skin for relief.
• Helps wounds heal. Because of its antimicrobial and antiseptic properties, this oil is used effectively for wounds, cuts, burns, grazes and insect bites. It can fight infections and speed up healing. Apply to the affected areas twice a day.
• Relieves itching from herpes and chickenpox: apply to the problem areas.
• For genital infections (genital herpes, discharge, contagious infections): use vaginal douches – add 5 drops of the oil to 1 litre of water.
• Serves as a cleaning agent. Because of its antimicrobial properties, the oil helps disinfect the home. Add 10–15 drops to laundry detergents, to the vacuum cleaner and to cleaning solutions for toilets and baths. You can diffuse it in your home to prevent mould and bacteria from developing.