Botanical Family: Myrtaceae.
Botanical Name: Eucalyptus Globulus.
Origin: China.
Plant Description: A tall evergreen tree with bluish-green, oval leaves or long, narrow yellowish leaves in an older tree. The Eucalyptus tree has creamy white flowers and a gray bark that can be covered in a white powder.
Extraction Method: Steam distilled from the leaves of the Eucalyptus tree.
Color: Eucalyptus Essential Oil is a white to yellowish liquid.
Consistency: Thin.
Note: Top
Note:, not recommended for perfumery.
Aromatic Fragrance: Eucalyptus Essential Oil has a somewhat harsh strong camphor odor, lemony scent.
Typically Used By: Aromatherapists, Natural Healers.
Common Applications: Eucalyptus Essential Oil is used for inhalant, as a chest rub, in massage, saunas, baths and compresses for numerous ailments.
Principal Constituents: 80% Eucalyptol, Phellandrene, Aromadendrene, Eudesmol, Pinene, Camphene, Valeric, Butyric and Caproic Aldehydes and many more. Actions Antiseptic, Fungicidal, Vermifuge, Analgesic, Anticatarrhal, Astringent. Physical Health Benefits Effective remedy for all respiratory ills, Eucalyptus deodorizes and inhibits contagion when used as a disinfectant. Relieves cough as both an expectorant and a Decongestant excellent treatment for sore throat and sinus problems.
Therapeutic & Emotional Benefits: Balancing yet reinvigorating psychological influence.
Did You Know: Eucalyptus can be used as an insect repellent (Mosquitoes, Gnats).
Storage Directions: Essential Essential Oil should be stored in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Essential Oils should be stored in colored glass, the most common storage method being used today are Boston Round Bottles in the amber tint.
Blends Well With: Bergamot Calabrian Essential Oil, Juniper Berry Essential Oil, Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil, Lemon Essential Oil, Lemongrass Essential Oil, Rosemary, Pine Scotch Essential Oil.
Shelf Life: Eucalyptus Essential Oil should be used within 2 years of harvest to ensure the maximum therapeutic benefit.
Cautions: Do not use if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy. Always use it in dilution, can be a skin irritant if used in large quantities.