Eucalyptus globulus oil is obtained from leaves and young twigs of Tasmanian Blue Gum tree (Eucalyptus globulus).
The oil can be extracted through three significant methods namely; steam distillation, maceration, solvent extraction and supercritical Carbon IV Oxide methods.
The most common and effective method of extracting Eucalyptus globulus oil is by use of steam distillation.
The method ensures that the oil is pure without addition of inorganic substances and chemicals.
Eucalyptus globulus Oil can be used in cosmetic, medicinal and therapeutic industries. The oil is used to relieve cough, get mucus out of the chest, clear respiratory tract, fight skin inflammation, promote healing, disinfect wounds, treat asthma, sinusitis and ease joint pain. Eucalyptus globulus improves concentration and stimulate action of the mind. Second, Eucalyptus globulus oil has anti-bacterial, anti-rheumatic, antispasmodic, antiviral and antiseptic properties. The oil is also useful in treating burns, herpes, cuts, blisters, wounds, skin infections and insect bites. Further research shows that Eucalyptus globulus oil can boost the immune system and treat colds, chicken pox and measles.
How to get the most from Eucalyptus globulus oil.
Eucalyptus globulus oil can be effective when used in the following ways; - Burners and vaporizers incorporated with Eucalyptus globulus may be used to treat frequent sneezing, insect repellant, headaches and improving concentration. - Eucalyptus globulus Oil can be blended with other essential oils to make massage oils that treat fatigue, pain and muscular aches.
The oil can also be used in creams and lotions to speed up healing of wounds, clear skin congestion and calm skin eruptions. - Dilute Eucalyptus globulus oil can be gargled to treat sore throat.