EUCALYPTUS
It is a tall, fast-growing tree with blue-green leaves and shaggy bark. Also known as ‘blue gum’, its sweet menthol aroma makes it easy to recognize. It has a smooth bark and juvenile leaves that are whitish and waxy on the lower surface and has glossy green, lance-shaped adult leaves. Eucalyptus is an evergreen tree that can grow upto 330 feet- making it one of the world’s tallest trees. The narrow leaves of the eucalyptus globulus tree are mildly steam distilled to obtain its essential oil. The oil has been long known for its therapeutic, flavouring and antimicrobial properties. Oil yield ranges from 1.0-2.4% and with cineole is the major component.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
- Put 4-8 drops of Alpveda Eucalyptus globulus essential oil on the floor of your shower for a refreshing bath.
- Take 2-3 drops in the palm of your hands in a sauna and inhale the vapours for an invigorating feeling.
- Diffuse 3-4 drops in an air diffuser for an energising aroma promoting focus
- Take few drops and rub it on your chest in a steam bath to promote clear breathing
- Massage your feet and knees with 2-3 drops of eucalyptus essential oil mixed with carrier oil after a long day for a relaxing feeling
BENEFITS
- Provides an invigorating feeling and improves focus when inhaled
- Helps clear breathing and aids in relieving symptoms of cold and sinusitis*
- Helps relax muscles and has an energising effect when applied to neck and chest