Eucalyptus radiata contains a combination of 1,8 cineole, alpha terpinene, limonene, alpha-pinene and alpha thujene, and terpinyl acetate.
Terpinenes have a significant immunostimulant and antiviral effect. Excellent for inhalation for sinusitis, and topically for chesty coughs.
The 1,8 cineole (eucalyptol) it contains gives it an anti-inflammatory effect on the respiratory system, as well as anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving activity for muscles and joints. Excellent synergy with Scots pine and marjoram.
Identification
Label name: Eucalyptus radiata essential oil
Botanical species: Eucalyptus radiata
Family: Myrtaceae
Part used: Leafy twigs
Extraction method: Distillation
Origin: Australia
Main constituents: Oxides (cineole eucalyptol): (60 to 70%), Monoterpenols (10 to 20%), Linalool, Monoterpenes (7 to 12%), Aldehydes (2 to 8%), Esters (3 to 5%).
Uses: Massages, inhalations, baths, and diffusions.
Properties for external use
- Anti-inflammatory (muscular, articular, cutaneous)
- Antibacterial
- Antifungal
- Diffusion: Energizing, stimulating, relaxing, air purifying
Main uses for external use
- Fever
- Physical and mental fatigue (diffusion)
- ENT congestion (in massage oil)
- Ear infection (1 drop behind each ear, never in the ear)
- Dandruff
- Dull hair
- Itching
- Anxiety and stress
- Concentration (promotes)
- Fixations (persistent ideas or thoughts)
- Nervousness and inner agitation
- Stress
- Shyness
Instructions for use
Massage: To achieve a 5% dilution, ideal for massages, mix 5 ml of essential oil with 100 ml of vegetable oil, alcohol-free gel, cream, or virgin massage emulsion.
Inhalation: Apply 2 drops on a handkerchief and breathe for a few minutes. Stop if you feel any discomfort. Repeat 4 to 5 times a day OR boil water, remove from heat, pour into a dish, add a few drops of essential oil, cover your head with a towel and breathe gently OR on the wrists.
In the bath: Pour 10 drops of pure essential oil on a handful of sea salt.
Essential oil diffusers: Add a few drops to a diffuser of your choice. Duration: 10 to 15 minutes depending on the size of the room.
Recommendations and precautions for use
IMPORTANT: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND ANIMALS. KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, FLAMES, AND LIGHT. FLAMMABLE
This essential oil should be avoided by asthmatics (especially during a crisis)
