Eucalyptus 101
FAQ: All things eucalyptus! Young Living has many options to choose from and when I first got started, I didn’t quite know the differences and which would be best to order. So here we are! The basics and breakdown so you feel good about which one you’re ordering and using.
+ WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF EUCALYPTUS OIL?
Eucalyptus has a fresh, invigorating scent that is wonderful for respiratory support and also promotes health, well-being, and purification. Eucalyptus oil is also a great choice for sore muscles and is found in the OrthoEase and OrthoSport massage oils. It is also a cleansing oil and is great for laundry + cleaning and is a component of the Inner Defense capsules (amazing for immune support!), Thieves Dentarome Ultra Toothpaste, and the AromaGuard Mountain Mint Deodorant.
+ WHY ARE THERE DIFFERENT TYPES OF EUCALYPTUS AND WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THEM?
There are different Eucalyptus oils because there are many different varieties of the Eucalyptus plant, more than 700 species! There are three varieties of oil available, and each variety is steam distilled individually, using the leaves of the plant. These are Eucalyptus Blue, Eucalyptus Globulus, and Eucalyptus Radiata, and they are actually quite different from each other.
Eucalyptus Blue is grown in Ecuador and is used by natives for repelling insects and covering wounds. It has a very balanced chemistry and is the only Eucalyptus variety that does not cause an allergic reaction in individuals who have a eucalyptol allergy. Eucalyptus blue has a very herbaceous and spicy aroma which is great for respiratory support. It is found in the Breathe Again roll-on.
Eucalyptus Globulus is grown in China and is wonderful for respiratory support and soothing sore muscles. It has a bold and rich aroma and is found in the OrthoEase and OrthoSport massage oils, the Breathe Again roll-on, and the oil blend RC, which stands for Respiratory Congestion.
Eucalyptus Radiata is grown in Australia and has a striking, citrusy scent. This species of Eucalyptus has been treasured in folk medicine for centuries and used by natives for many immune supporting purposes. Eucalyptus radiata is found in Thieves oil and Raven oil blends.
+ HOW CAN I USE EUCALYPTUS OIL?
Eucalyptus is wonderful to diffuse and pairs well with Lavender, Cedarwood, Copaiba, and Pine oils. You can also add Eucalyptus to your laundry or wool dryer balls and make this Lavender + Eucalyptus linen spray. Eucalyptus is wonderful for making a natural chest rub, a great thing to have on hand during the winter months! You could add a drop to Epsom salts for a detox bath that is also supportive to the respiratory system.
+ IS EUCALYPTUS OIL SAFE TO USE AROUND CHILDREN?
Eucalyptus in all its varieties, like Peppermint, can be a warming oil with a strong or "spicy" smell. So with littles, we like to start using it on their feet diluted with your favorite carrier oil. The reflex point on the bottom of the feet to support the lungs is the large pad up under their toes. This is a great way to support their little respiratory systems!
If you want a great, ready-to-go Eucalyptus product for littles, Young Living also carries a special pre-diluted blend of coconut oil and Eucalyptus Blue along with other beneficial oils called "SniffleEase".
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