Bienvenue Ar’home readers,
Introducing Lemon eucalyptus, Eucalyptus citriodora, Essential Oil. Known for its exceptional soothing qualities, the essential oil of Lemon Eucalyptus is traditionally used in massage oils for joint comfort or sports problems. Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil is also appreciated for diffusion on summer evenings.
- Family: Myrtaceae
- Origin: Madagascar
- Extraction: steam distilled
- Plant part: leaves
- Aroma: Sweet, lemony & fresh
- Note: top – middle
- Odour intensity: medium
- Cultivation: organically grown, certified organic
Classification of the Ar’home system: Skeletal & Muscular / Respiratory
I attribute each of the essential oils that I use to a system in the human body (ex: reproductive, respiratory, endocrine, etc.).
Properties
Analgesic, mild antispasmodic; anti-inflammatory; anti-rheumatic; expectorant; respiratory anti-infectious; antibacterial and antiparasitic medium; hypotensive; mosquito repellent.
A more detailed introduction: Despite its common name, Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil does not possess the distinctive cineole (camphor-like) aroma that Eucalyptus globulus and Eucalyptus radiata are known for because it contains very little cineole. Instead, it possesses a lovely, sweet lemon aroma.
Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil contains approximately 80% citronellal, an aldehyde that is strongly responsible for its aroma, antimicrobial properties and insect repellent capabilities.
Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil is a powerful fungicidal and bactericidal, and a valuable asset when treating athlete’s foot. It is also effective against a wide range of respiratory conditions such as asthma, sinusitis, phlegm, coughs and colds, as well easing sore throats and laryngitis.
Aromatically, Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil possesses a delicate lemon aroma that I find more beautifully sophisticated than that of Lemon Myrtle or Lemon Tea Tree essential oils. It blends especially well with essential oils in the citrus, medicinal, wood and floral families.
Vaporized, lemon eucalyptus oil has a reviving and refreshing action that uplifts, and is also calming for the mind. Emotionally, Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil is an energizing, uplifting essential oil that isn’t too overpowering or stimulating.
It also makes an excellent insect repellent, and can be used alone or in blends with other respected E.O such as citronella, lemongrass, cedar atlas …
Dosage
External use: 4 drops of essential oil of lemon eucalyptus, anointing and massaging, to painful joints, and along the spine.
Trick
On a tennis or a golf-elbow, apply 3 drops of essential oil of lemon eucalyptus and 3 drops of essential oil of immortelle, 4 times a day.
Drug interaction and contraindications
Do not ingest. Keep out of the reach of young children. This product cannot replace a balanced diet. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Unless otherwise authorized, don’t use during pregnancy, breastfeeding and for children under 3 years old. Store away from any source of heat and light.
Try this Ar’home blend at home
Tennis/Golf-elbow massage blend
Into 30ml of Arnica oily macerate add:
18 drops of Helichrysum italicum
14 drops of Boswellia carterii
6 drops of mentha piperita
4 drops of eucalyptus citriodora
Instructions for use:
Apply directly to the affected area up to 4 x per day with a gentle massage.
Store your blend in a dark glass bottle out of direct sunlight
Until next time
Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil is a superb oil to experiment with using as it has such a wide range of benefits and applications as well as having such a beautiful scent. Try it out at home and let us know what you think and any blend pairings that you particularly enjoy.
Merci, à bientôt,
Sandra