Eucalyptus is one of those essential oils that has been around for centuries. It has commonly been used in Vick’s Vapo-rub for years and the scent is easily recognizable as one of minty freshness which helps to clear congestion in the chest and nasal passages.
Aromatherapy Properties: Penetrating, stimulating, refreshing, clearing, purifying. Medicinally, eucalyptus is widely used in a variety of product to combat the common cold and upper respiratory congestion. Eucalyptus is also used for insect bites and headaches. It is a natural insect repellent.
Suggested Uses: Eucalyptus is extremely effective in decreasing upper respiratory congestion when used in a steamy shower. Just sprinkle a few drops of pure eucalyptus on the shower walls, (it will not stain), turn on the hot water and step into a refreshing steam bath. Also use in a bed-side vaporizer. Eucalyptus can be used neat (which means in it’s pure form,) on sore muscles.
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