Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR SPAROOM EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL:

Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) is one of 600 species of eucalyptus.  But when a person thinks of eucalyptus essential oil, this is the species that usually comes to mind.

Our Sparoom eucalyptus essential oil is the same species that is used in many drug-store related products.  As a result, Eucalyptus globulus is one of the best selling essential oils in the world.

Because the aroma of sparoom essential oil is so powerful, it is suggested that you use small amounts.

It is not recommended to diffuse large amounts in a diffuser.

Eucalyptus globulus can have a drying effect that can aggravate respiratory conditions.

When using eucalyptus globulus, it is suggested that you use slightly less than what is listed in the general guidelines listed below.

Finally, Sparoom eucalyptus essential oil can be very effective when blended with other essential oils.

DIFFUSING GUIDELINES:

Using too much essential oil in a diffuser can lead to nausea, dizziness, giddiness, eye irritations, and headaches.  If you find that you are experiencing any of these conditions, reduce the amount of essential oil or stop using the essential oil.  The amount you use depends on your particular diffuser and the particular essential oil.  Here is a quick guide on how much to use in your diffuser:

• 100ml: 3 – 5 drops.
• 200ml: 6 – 10 drops.
• 300ml: 11 – 15 drops.
• 400ml: 16 – 20 drops.
• 500ml: 21 – 25 drops.
• 600ml: 26 – 30 drops.
• 700ml: 31 – 40 drops.

When purchasing a bottle of essential oil, here is a quick guide to how much you are getting.  Amounts vary depending on the oil.

• 6 drops = .3 ml.
• 10 drops = ½ ml.
• 17-20 drops =  1 ml.
• 85-90 drops = 5 ml.
• 170-190 drops = 10 ml.
• 255-300 drops = 15 ml (approx. ½ oz).
• 560-590 drops = 29.57 ml (approx. 1 oz).

DIFFUSER USES:

The aroma is powerful, sharp, and fresh.  Some describe the aroma as minty pine with a hint of honey.  Be careful when blending this with floral aromas as it can overpower them if you use too much.

THERAPEUTIC USES FOR OUR SPAROOM EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL:

Eucalyptus globulus is most well known for its benefits in respiratory applications.  It is great for relieving congesting due to colds, allergies, and the flu.  Massage therapists will sometimes use it to ease muscular pain and arthritis.  Eucalyptus is considered to have both anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties.

BOTANICAL NAME:

Eucalyptus globulus.

ORIGIN:

Australia.

CULTIVATION: 

Conventional.

SOURCE: 

Fresh leaves.

METHOD OF EXTRACTION: 

Steam distillation.

NOTE CLASSIFICATION:

Top.

AROMA:

Powerful, fresh, somewhat medicinal.  Minty, pine, with a touch of honey.

BLENDS WELL WITH: 

Basil linalool, cedarwood, chamomile german, citronella, cypress, franincense, geranium, ginger, lavender, lemon, peppermint, rosemary, spearmint, tangerine, and tea tree.

 

EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL RECIPES:

Here are a few blends you can try with our Sparoom eucalyptus essential oil.  These amounts are for a diffuser in the 100 – 200 ml capacity.  Refer to our diffusing guidelines or your instruction manuals to adjust the amount you use for your particular size of diffuser by either adding or decreasing the drops depends on your diffuser capacity.

SAFETY:

This Sparoom Eucalyptus essential oil can cause skin irritations.  If using topically, apply a small amount or mix with a carrier oil.  Avoid during pregnancy.

General Essential Oil Guidelines:

• Do not take internally unless directed by a medical professional.
• Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas, or mucous membranes.
• Do not apply undiluted to skin.
• Pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children should not use essential oils without first consulting a medical professional.
• Keep essential oils from, and out of reach of children.
• If you are experiencing adverse side effects, stop using immediately.
• The information on this website is not intended to be used in the diagnoses, treatment, or mitigation of any physical or mental illness.
• The statements on this website have not been evaluated by the FDA.

Are you just getting started in the Diffuser world?  We have two articles you may want to read that will give you a summary about diffusers and essential oils:

1. What Are Essential Oils?
2. What Are Essential Oil Diffusers?

DISCLAIMER:

Information provided in this description is for educational purposes only.  For possible treatments of physical or mental diseases, please seek a trained and licensed health professional.  Enchanted Aromatics is not responsible for any adverse side effects resulting from the use of any suggestions, products, preparations, or procedures mentioned or from following historical uses of essential oils.