Eucalyptus Lemon Oil  

The leaf glands of many species, especially black peppermint tree (E. salicifolia) and Tasmanian bluegum (E. globulus), contain a volatile aromatic oil known as eucalyptus oil. Its chief use is medical, and it constitutes an active ingredient in expectorants and inhalants. Tasmanian bluegum, northern gray ironbark (E. siderophloia), and other species yield what is known as Botany Bay kino, an astringent dark reddish resin, obtained in a semifluid state from incisions made in the tree trunk.

Eucalyptus Oil in Pharma

As an ingredient, the cineole-based oil is used as component in pharmaceutical preparations to relieve the symptoms of influenza and colds, in products like cough sweets, lozenges, ointments and inhalants. Inhaled eucalyptus oil vapor may be a decongestant.

Essential oil obtained by steam distillation and rectification from the fresh leaves or the fresh terminal branchlets of various species of Eucalyptus rich in 1,8-cineole. The species mainly used are Eucalyptus globulus Labill, Eucalyptus polybractea and Eucalyptus smithii.  Eucalyptus oil BP has cineole of over 70% and is used as a component in pharmaceutical preparations of medicines such as colds and coughs.

The cooling scent of Eucalyptus Essential Oil is used in aromatherapy to relieve mental exhaustion and rejuvenate the human spirit. It boosts circulation to the brain and reduces harmful surface and airborne pathogens upon contact.

Essence of Eucalyptus Oil

As A Perfume Ingredient, adding eucalyptus to a fragrance can be a very tricky endeavor because it is so potent that it can easily dominate any scented formulation and deteriorate into ‘an unwanted hint-of-mothball’ aspect. 

Typically used as a minty, woody, citrusy middle note in fragrances, eucalyptus is known for its fresh clean aroma and is often found in soaps, detergents, mouthwashes and lotions as well as perfume. It adds an airiness to any fragrance with its fresh, green, camphor-like and lemony aspects.

COMMON USAGE

·        Improves respiratory health

·        Boosts immunity

·        Reduces anxiety and stress

·        Skin care

·        Controls diabetes

·        Anti-inflammatory activity 

Ingredients:

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Safety Summary

·        Hazardous No Data

·        Contraindications Not Known

Eucalyptus Essential oil is extremely potent and is poisonous in its undiluted form, particularly for young children. Always consult a medical professional before adding it in any form to your diet in a substantial way and monitor your body’s reactions. The powerful effects of eucalyptus can be intense and are not recommended for everyone.

Organ-specific effects

·        Adverse skin reactions: Undiluted lemon-scented gum oil was irritating to rabbits, producing scab formation and sloughing; tested at 10% on 25 volunteers it was neither irritating nor sensitizing. It is non-phototoxic. When injected, lemon-scented gum oil inhibited inflammation induced in rat paw.

·        Acute toxicity: Lemon-scented gum oil acute oral LD50 in rats >5 g/kg; acute dermal LD50 in rabbits 2.48 g/kg.

·        Antioxidant/ pro-oxidant activity: Lemon-scented gum oil exhibited high radical scavenging activity in both ABTS and DPPH assays.

·        Carcinogenic/ anticarcinogenic potential: No information was found! for lemon-scented gum oil, but it contains no known carcinogens. Citronellal displays anticarcinogenic activity.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Avoid soil, surface water and water-bearing stratum contamination.

Disposal considerations

Dispose in accordance with the law and local regulations. Treat as trade effluent.