Spotlight on Eucalyptus

Spotlight on Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus is a household staple for sure! This oil 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!) and the Thieves essential oil blend (our favorite for just about everything).

JUST A DROP OF EUCALYPTUS

Has a bold, invigorating aroma that supports the airways

Creates a refreshing breathing experience when inhaled

Promotes a peaceful environment at bedtime

Wonderful for supporting airways during cold weather and before/during exercise

Great for tense and tired muscles

Cleansing and refreshing, wonderful addition to cleaning DIYs

Creates a spa-like experience when used aromatically

Creates a cooling and soothing sensation when applied topically

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

There are different Eucalyptus oils because there are many different varieties of the Eucalyptus plant, more than 700 species! There are three varieties of eucalyptus essential 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 while interchangeable for most needs, 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. This variety of eucalyptus has the highest amount of 1.8 cineole (eucalyptol), making it wonderful for respiratory support. 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. A very large flowering tree in the myrtle family, Eucalyptus radiata produces fragrant leaves and is also known informally as narrow-leaved peppermint. Eucalyptol is the constituent that gives Eucalyptus Radiata its camphorous aroma and incredible respiratory support properties!

EUCALYPTUS AND CHILDREN

Eucalyptus in all its varieties, like Peppermint, can be a warming oil with a strong or "spicy" smell. So with little ones, 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 that we love.

DAILY HABITS WITH EUCALYPTUS (any variety!)

Use this oil to help support the airways during the cold weather! Dilute with coconut oil or V-6 Vegetable Complex and apply to the chest as desired. This is a great thing to do before a winter workout!

Soothe tired muscles with a simple massage oil - mix a few drops of Eucalyptus Radiata with carrier and massage onto tense areas. You can also add Rosemary and/or Lavender!

Make this Eucalyptus Lavender Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:

¼ cup pink Himalayan salt

¼ cup magnesium flakes

2 Tbsp sweet almond oil

5 drops Eucalyptus Radiata

10 drops Lavender

Optional: dried lavender or eucalyptus leaves

Soothe irritated airways with a simple DIY Chest Rub:

Small glass jar

¼ cup coconut oil

30 drops Eucalyptus Radiata

20 drops Lemon

Mix well. Apply to chest, back, throat and bottom of feet as desired.

Whenever you feel your defenses going down, try this Immune Boost Bath Soak:

½ cup pink Himalayan salt

½ cup magnesium flakes

10 drops Eucalyptus Radiata

8 drops Cedarwood

5 drops Rosemary

5 drops Raven

5 drops Frankincense

Make a refreshing room spray:

2oz glass spray bottle

20 drops Eucalyptus Radiata

10 drops Lemon or Grapefruit (optional)

Splash of witch hazel

Fill with filtered water

Make a DIY Mattress & Upholstery Spray for refreshing linens and mattresses with each sheet change or every time you make the bed. Switch up the oils as you like:

8oz glass spray bottle

2 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner

10 drops each Tea Tree, Rosemary, Eucalyptus Radiata, Lavender

Fill with filtered water

Whip up this simple DIY Linen Spray for linens and upholstered surfaces:

2oz glass spray bottle

Splash witch hazel

20 drops Eucalyptus Radiata

Filtered water

Add 20 drops of Eucalyptus Radiata to your Thieves Cleaner for a fresh twist. Pair with Rosemary and Grapefruit for an even more refreshing take on our favorite plant-based cleaner: Freshen Up Thieves Cleaner

16oz glass spray bottle

1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner

10 drops each Eucalyptus Radiata, Rosemary

20 drops Grapefruit

Filtered water

Add Eucalyptus Radiata to wool dryer balls and Thieves Laundry Soap for fresh, clean smelling laundry.

Use Eucalyptus (with or without Rosemary) to make the DIY Laundry Scent Booster listed below!

Use Eucalyptus Radiata to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts

1 Cup Baking Soda

1/2 Cup High Quality Epsom Salt

30 Drops Of Essential Oil(s)

Water (about 2-3 teaspoons)

Silicone mold

Pour the baking soda and epsom salt into a mixing bowl. Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons, and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water. Add essential oil(s) of your choice and mix well. Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight. Remove and store in an airtight container.

To use, simply place a shower melt on the floor of the shower near the water but not directly in the stream. Enjoy!

KEY CONSTITUENTS

Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them sprecic health-supporting properties

Eucalyptol

Alpha-pinene

Limonene

PRODUCT OPTIONS

Eucalyptus Radiata

Eucalyptus Globulus

Eucalyptus Blue

DIFFUSE

Diffuse this fresh, crisp oil with herbaceous oils like Rosemary and Lavender, citrus oils like Grapefruit and Lemon or cleansing oils like Peppermint and Lemongrass:

Aveda: Eucalyptus Radiata, Lemon, Rosemary

Spa Treatment: Eucalyptus Radiata, Grapefruit, Tangerine

Fresh & Clean: Eucalyptus Radiata, Tea Tree, Lemon

Resolutions: Eucalyptus Radiata, Peppermint, Lavender

COMPANION PRODUCTS

KidScents SniffleEase roll-on

Lavender Essential Oil

Peppermint Essential Oil

Lemon Essential Oil

Thieves Essential Oil Blend

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ESSENTIAL OILS

When you have a cough or cold or feel one coming on, you just want to be comfortable – especially if you still have to work, travel, or take care of your children or loved ones! (click on the individual oil pictures to learn more about the oil)

Thieves Essential Oil Blend:

This blend is our go-to for all things immune system related! It's the blend infused into the chest rub and cough drops we just talked about – and for good reason! We love to apply and diffuse this blend, add Thieves Vitality to a mug of echinacea tea, or add it to epsom salts for an immune supporting detox bath!

Frankincense Essential Oil:

Frankincense is an immune and respiratory powerhouse! This historical oil has been used for centuries for health. Apply it with Thieves, Lemon, R.C. or Purification to the chest and back, add a few drops to the Thieves Chest Rub when you apply, add Frankincense to epsom salts for a detox bath, and diffuse this oil when you're feeling down. Get it in, on and around you as much as possible!

Lemon Essential Oil:

Lemon is a wonderful oil for soothing cough and creating comfort in times of congestion. Diffuse it, apply it with Frankincense and Thieves Chest Rub, add a few drops of Lemon Vitality to echinacea tea, and add Lemon to detox baths. Lemon is high in limonene, a constituent highly regarded for its immune system support.

R.C. Essential Oil Blend:

Standing for Respiratory Comfort, R.C. essential oil blend is a gentle eucalyptus blend that we love for soothing and comforting the respiratory system. Diffuse, apply, and add this oil to detox baths as much as possible. This is a great choice for little ones too!

Purification Essential Oil Blends:

This purifying blend is another favorite for immune and respiratory needs. Containing Tea Tree, Lemongrass, Myrtle and other purifying oils, it makes a great addition to your comfort routine during times of cough or cold. Diffuse, apply, and add to bath salts.

Raindrop Technique Collection: This curated set of essential oils is a powerful tool for promoting health, wellness and vitality – both proactively and for acute needs since the oils included can be incredible tools for healing! This collection features nine essential oils with immune and respiratory support properties. We love them for making rollers and adding to detox baths!

Thieves chest rub & cough

THIEVES CHEST RUB

A must-have for every medicine cabinet, Thieves Chest Rub is a 100% plant-based alternative for over-the-counter cough and congestion relief. This natural chest rub soothes sniffles, coughs, and congestion for the whole family with a powerful blend of essential oils and natural, plant-based ingredients.Plus the easy-to-use bottle doesn't even require you to get your hands messy!! The formula is free of petroleum, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, synthetic perfumes or dyes, artificial colors, or preservatives and still packs an incredible punch when it comes to cough and cold! Pure ingredients and all the power of Thieves kicking that chest congestion to the curb? We will take some of that!

Sadly, conventional chest rubs are filled with synthetic additives and diluents, and even the ‘natural' options are less than ideal. Many options use petroleum as a base. Petroleum (petrolatum) is often not fully refined in the US, which means it can be contaminated with toxic chemicals called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.Many ‘natural' chest rubs also contain impure essential oils or other lower-grade components that don't meet the same standards as the ingredients found in Young Living products. The active ingredient in the most popular over the counter chest rub is actually a synthetic version of Ravintsara essential oil! And we are always going to choose the original over a synthetic copy, especially when it comes to our health and our family's health!

THIEVES COUGH DROPS

Get natural, quick, and safe cough, congestion, and sore throat relief Thieves Essential Oil-Infused Cough Drops! These are a staple in our cough and cold toolbox. They are easy to keep at home or take on the go, made with naturally derived ingredients, taste great, and work wonders!

Thieves Essential Oil-Infused Cough Drops are minty, spicy, and sweet without processed sugar, dyes, artificial flavors, or preservatives found in conventional cough drops. Infused with Cinnamon Bark, Peppermint, and Lemon essential oils, these menthol-based drops make soothing coughs and colds simple and tasty.

THIEVES HARD LOZENGES

Infused with Young Living's signature Thieves essential oil blend of Clove, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, and Lemon essential oils, these lozenges are one of the things we reach for to keep our immune systems firing on a daily basis! The Thieves Hard Lozenges are a sugar-free dietary supplement to add to your daily wellness regimen with more of a cinnamon taste than a menthol one.We use these daily when we need a lozenge, when we travel to bolster our immune systems, and sometimes in place of the Thieves Cough Drops when we are out or if someone doesn't want the strong menthol taste of the drops (but it's that menthol that helps open the airways and soothe the throat!).

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