In old Australian eucalyptus considered healer universal: it was used, e.g., for treatment of purulent wounds and malaria. Today, eucalyptus oil is considered one of the most useful: it is used in aromatherapy, cosmetology and classical medicine.
The properties of eucalyptus oil
Oil yarkovyrazhenny woody fragrance influences the emotional sphere, and physiology, and the exterior:
- increases stamina, banishes fatigue and sleep during the day;
- it has antipyretic properties;
- eucalyptus - a universal antiseptic, antibacterial agent;
- it acts as an expectorant;
- leads to normal blood sugar levels;
- stop hair loss, eliminates the fat, purifies the hair from dandruff;
- struggling with acne and herpes;
- it removes dental plaque, gingivitis and helps with other problems of the oral cavity;
- treats diseases of the female reproductive organs.
The best combination of oils
Eucalyptus oil blends well with other essential oils. The most useful mixtures are obtained with oils of geranium, tea tree, coniferous plants, citrus and herbs with fragrant oils - basil, mint and lavender.
Simple recipes with oil of eucalyptus
Eucalyptus is often used for baths, inhalations, flavoring premises.
- Add 3-5 drops of oil on aromalampu. The mixture was effectively cleans the room air by harmful microorganisms helps concentration, runs fatigue. Especially useful with eucalyptus oil burner during periods of acute SARS and vitamin deficiency.
- 4-5 drops of oil, combine with an emulsifier (for example honey or salt), add warm bath. Take a bath with eucalyptus oil in diseases of the genitourinary system, colds, diseases of the joints. Duration of bath should not exceed 20 minutes.
- Make massage: Mix 4-5 drops of eucalyptus oil with 15-20 ml of oil-base. Massage acts effectively for muscle pains, rheumatism, radiculitis.
- Cough or runny nose can help inhalation on eucalyptus oil. Add 2-3 drops of oil per 1 liter of very hot water, slowly inhale.
- Eucalyptus oil will enrich your cosmetics And it will be especially useful for problem skin. Mix 3-5 drops of oil with 30 ml base oil or conventional cosmetic cream.
Complicated mixes
Eucalyptus oil formulations have a comprehensive effect on the body.
For rubbing breasts when coughing
You will need:
- 4 drops of eucalyptus,
- 2 drops of lavender oil,
- 1 drop of pine oil.
Mix the aromamasl with 15 ml of the base oil.
For removing heat or chills
The following compress will help you:
- 3 drops of eucalyptus,
- 2 drops of pepper mint,
- 2 drops of lavender,
- 1 drop of geranium.
Mix with 0.5 liters of cold water. Moisten a tissue napkin in a solution, impose on the forehead, the inner side of the elbows, the fallated bends. Keep 10-15 minutes. The procedure can be repeated 4 times within an hour.
Hair strengthening mask
Use the oil mixture.
Aroma oils:
- eucalyptus - 2 drops;
- rosemary - 3 drops;
- bay - 2 drops;
- pine - 1 drop.
The foundation:
- jojoba - 5 ml;
- sasankva - 5 ml;
- grape bone or rice - 5 ml.
Mix the components. Apply a mixture on the roots of dry hair, then distribute along the entire length. Wrap in a film and terry towel, keep 40 minutes on your hair. Then wash the shampoo mask.
With a strong hair loss, the mask should be used every other day. For the prevention of enough one or two applications per week.
It is possible to store the finished composition in the dark glass bottle, in a dark dry place.
The mask cannot be used in the intolerance to any of the components, as well as during pregnancy and lactation.
Tips and cautions
Applying eucalyptus oil, do not forget to follow our advice:
- Do not use clean oil, prepare the mixture.
- Check if you have allergies. The easiest way is to inhale the aroma of oil. If the organism is "against", you will not like the smell.
- Do not mix eucalyptus oil with homeopathic preparations.
- Do not apply eucalyptus oil on hypersensitive skin.
- Do not use oil if you have an increased blood pressure or a tendency to epilepsy.
Our tips are advisory. Do not engage in self-medication! Before using the oil for treating diseases, consult a doctor.