Description WHAT IS EUCALYPTUS OIL GOOD FOR? When people ask “What is eucalyptus essential oil good for?” the answer usually focuses on the well-being benefits of eucalyptus oil—helping with calming and relaxing breathing. However, the oil has many more benefits. So, what does eucalyptus oil do? It can: hydrate the scalp clean everything from floors to bathroom grout relieve dry skin WHAT IS EUCALYPTUS OIL USED FOR? This section on eucalyptus essential oil uses provides numerous tips and techniques on how to use eucalyptus essential oil, including making essential oil blends with eucalyptus. Two highlighted blends include lavender and eucalyptus oil and eucalyptus and peppermint oil. When creating an essential oil blend, follow these guidelines. Place the oils in a dark bottle (amber-colored is best) to protect them from light. A 10ml bottle should work for most recipes. Label the bottle with the ingredients, date, and intended use. Store at room temperature or in the refrigerator away from light and heat. Replace the cap immediately after use as oxygen can affect an oil’s composition. Shake well before each use to combine oils. EUCALYPTUS OIL FOR BREATHING There are three main ways to calm breathing with eucalyptus—steam inhalation, an essential oil spray, or an essential oil diffuser. To calm breathing with steam inhalation, fill a bowl with steaming hot water, add 1 to 2 drops of eucalyptus essential oil, cover your head with a towel, and breathe in the vapors for no more than two minutes. Breathe Easier Spray Mix Add oils to the cotton part of an essential oil inhaler and then breathe in. 5 drops eucalyptus 5 drops tea tree Diffusing eucalyptus oil is another way to calm breathing. Consider using a eucalyptus oil diffuser and the blends below during the winter months. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for diffuser use. Eucalyptus and Peppermint Oil Diffuser Blend 7 drops eucalyptus 6 drops peppermint 5 drops lemon Breathing Diffuser Blend 2 drops peppermint 1 drop eucalyptus 1 drop lemon 1 drop rosemary EUCALYPTUS OIL FOR CHEST Use the recipes below and massage onto the chest. Eucalyptus Chest Rub ½ ounce jojoba oil 3 drops eucalyptus Eucalyptus and Peppermint Oil Chest Rub ½ cup jojoba oil 20 drops eucalyptus 15 drops peppermint Head Massage Oil Combine ingredients and shake well before each use. Then apply to the back of your neck, forehead, and feet. 30ml jojoba oil 4 drops lavender 2 drops eucalyptus 2 drops frankincense 1 drop peppermint When combined with lavender, you’ll be ready to drift off to sleep with a clear head. Lavender and Eucalyptus Oil Bath Soak Combine ingredients and then pour under running water to dissolve the salt and disperse the oil. 1 cup Epsom salts 10 drops eucalyptus 5 to 6 drops lavender EUCALYPTUS MASSAGE OIL Eucalyptus massage oil recipes often focus on relaxing joints and muscles. For the recipes below, combine the oils and then shake before each use. Muscle Massage Oil 30ml jojoba oil 14 drops eucalyptus 12 drops lavender 7 drops peppermint Body Massage Oil 4 teaspoons jojoba oil 4 drops eucalyptus 4 drops rosemary 2 drops ginger Joint Massage Oil 3 to 5 teaspoons jojoba or moringa oil 8 to 10 drops eucalyptus 8 to 10 drops peppermint EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL FOR CLEANING Eucalyptus is used in numerous natural cleaning recipes. Below is a collection of DIY essential oil recipes for cleaning your home. Bathroom Grout Cleaner Mix ingredients in a wide-mouth container. If needed, add more vinegar or soap for a smoother consistency. 1 cup baking soda 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon white vinegar 3 tablespoons castile soap 10 drops tea tree oil 8 drops eucalyptus 8 drops gingergrass oil Floor Cleaner Put ingredients in a bucket and mix well before mopping the floor. Limit use to floors that can be safely cleaned with water. 3,5 L water 2 cups white vinegar 10 drops eucalyptus 10 drops peppermint oil 10 drops white pine oil Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil All-Purpose Cleaning Spray Combine ingredients in a 500ml spray bottle and then shake well. 1 ¾ cups water ¼ cup white vinegar 15 drops eucalyptus 15 drops lemon All-Purpose Cleaning Spray Combine ingredients in a 500ml spray bottle and then shake well. 200ml water 200ml 3% hydrogen peroxide 1 tablespoon unscented castile soap 10 drops eucalyptus 10 drops tea tree EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL FOR HAIR Hair Hot Oil Treatment Warm coconut oil and castor oil in a small pan until just hot enough to touch. Don’t overheat! Remove from heat and then add the eucalyptus and stir. Transfer mixture to a bowl and massage into scalp when warm enough to handle. Leave on for 15 to 30 minutes and rinse thoroughly. 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon castor oil 6 drops eucalyptus Eucalyptus and Peppermint Oil Hydrating Shampoo Combine ingredients in a jar or bottle. (An old shampoo bottle would work.) Close securely and shake thoroughly before each use. ¼ cup coconut milk ¼ cup liquid castile soap (unscented) ½ teaspoon olive or almond oil 10 drops peppermint 10 drops eucalyptus Scalp Hydration Combine ingredients and mix thoroughly. Massage into clean hair and leave on for a few minutes before rinsing thoroughly. 1 cup water ½ to 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 6 drops eucalyptus EUCALYPTUS OIL FOR SKIN If you’re wondering “Is eucalyptus oil good for skin,” the short answer is that it isn’t a “go to” oil for skincare. However, eucalyptus oil benefits for skin include relief from dry skin (eucalyptus dives oil). Dry Skin Relief Combine ingredients, shake well, and then apply where needed. 1 tablespoon jojoba oil 3 drops eucalyptus Exfoliating Sugar Scrub Combine ingredients, mix well, and then put the finished mixture in a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. When using, mix thoroughly before using and apply to face, hands, or feet. Massage gently for several minutes and rinse thoroughly. ½ cup fine granulated sugar ¼ cup coconut oil 8 drops eucalyptus EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS General safety guidelines for essential oils are listed below, followed by specific precautions for eucalyptus. Don’t use undiluted essential oils on your skin. Dilute them with a carrier oil first. ( jojoba oil is an ideal choice.) Perform a patch test to check for allergic reactions. Don’t use an essential oil diffuser for longer than 20 to 30 minutes. Don’t use essential oils near eyes or mucous membranes Store essential oils out of reach from children and pets. Do not ingest essential oils. Wash your hands after using essential oils. IS EUCALYPTUS OIL SAFE? When used properly, eucalyptus essential oil is safe. However, experts don’t recommend using eucalyptus oil on the faces of children younger than 10 years old as it can cause breathing difficulties and affect the central nervous system. Therefore, we don’t recommend eucalyptus oil for babies. Also, inhaling eucalyptus oil side effects might include allergic reactions or the onset of an asthma attack. The oil should be used sparingly (if at all) with young children and at dilution rates of 0.5% for children younger than 3 years old and 1% for children older than 3 years old. Using the milder eucalyptus radiata essential oil with children is recommended.
