Why do we have a runny nose?
Does your nose keep running? Can't sleep because one or both of your nostrils are completely blocked? Worse, do you spend your time sneezing? You probably have a bad cold, a common viral infection that affects both adults and children and which mainly manifests itself in the nose. In fact, the nasal passages are lined with a mucous membrane which secretes a liquid continuously to humidify the inspired air and create a barrier against infections. In case of irritation, as in the case of a cold, this mucous membrane will swell, produce more and more fluid and lead to a runny nose. Generally harmless, colds can be very unpleasant on a daily basis. Fortunately, there is a simple, natural way to prevent symptoms and get rid of your cold quickly: radiant eucalyptus essential oil.
NOTE: discover our many recipes, mixtures & formulas a little further down!
Why use radiant eucalyptus essential oil for colds and runny noses?
Radiant eucalyptus essential oil is one of the most effective natural remedies for preventing viral infections and treating cold symptoms such as a stuffy or runny nose.
Our pharmacist's opinion
1 - The benefits of radiant eucalyptus essential oil against colds
Antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antitussive, eucalyptus essential oil is a must-have in the family aromatherapy kit, particularly for treating various winter ailments. It is traditionally used to treat rhinitis, nasopharyngitis and coughs.2 - How does radiant eucalyptus essential oil work on colds and runny noses?
Particularly effective against respiratory infections, radiant eucalyptus has no equal in relieving associated symptoms such as a runny nose, itchy throat or cough. Rich in 1,8-cineole and alpha-terpineol, it constitutes a powerful nasal decongestant, facilitates breathing and helps evacuate secretions due to colds. In addition, it neutralizes viruses by stimulating the immune system and thus promoting the disappearance of microbes.How to use radiant eucalyptus for colds?
Radiated eucalyptus essential oil is ideally used in massage, orally or in diffusion.
Cold - Oral use
Even though
Adults, take 1 to 2 drops, 3 times a day, in a teaspoon of honey or almond puree or on a small piece of bread.
Source: The Larousse bible of essential oils – Thierry Folliard.
In association
On cane sugar, place 1 drop of radiant eucalyptus and 1 drop of ravintsara essential oil and let it melt in the mouth. Repeat 4 times a day.
Source: My 1000 essential oil prescriptions by Danièle Festy.
Cold - Cutaneous use
Even though
In case of a cold or blocked nose, apply 1 drop of radiant eucalyptus essential oil to the sinuses, twice a day.
Source: My bible of essential oils by Danièle Festy and Anne Dufour (2022).
A massage
In case of a cold, mix the following ingredients:
- 2 drops of niaouli essential oil
- 2 drops of ravintsara essential oil
- 5 drops of eucalyptus essential oil
- 1 drop of thyme linalool essential oil
Mix 5 drops of this preparation with 5 ml of aloe vera gel or vegetable oil and massage onto the back and chest.
Source: The Complete Guide to Essential Oils and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood.
In nasal drops
In a bottle fitted with a dropper, mix:
- 1 ml of radiant eucalyptus essential oil
- 0.5 ml of tarragon essential oil
- 1 ml of rose geranium essential oil
- 1 ml of Roman chamomile essential oil
- 30 ml of calendula vegetable oil
After cleaning the nasal passages, instill 1 drop of the mixture into each nostril, 4 times a day.
Source: My bible of essential oils by Danièle Festy and Anne Dufour (2022).
Cold - Diffusion use
Pure to decongest the nose
On a tissue, pour 3 drops of radiant eucalyptus essential oil and breathe.
Source: My bible of essential oils by Danièle Festy and Anne Dufour (2022).
To breathe to treat a blocked and/or runny nose
Mix :
- 1 drop of radiant eucalyptus essential oil
- 1 drop of ravintsara essential oil
- 1 drop of niaouli essential oil
Start by blowing your nose and washing your nose with a seawater spray. During the day, pour onto a tissue and breathe. Repeat 4 to 6 times a day. In the evening, pour the essential oils into a bowl of simmering water and inhale with your face above the vapors and a towel on your head to be well insulated.
Source: My 1000 essential oil prescriptions by Danièle Festy.
Tip for children
In a diffuser, pour:
- 5 ml of Ho wood essential oil
- 5 ml of radiant eucalyptus essential oil
Diffuse for 10 minutes every hour in the room where the child is.
Source: My 1000 essential oil prescriptions by Danièle Festy.
Other essential oils useful for a blocked nose or cold
- Niaouli essential oil: powerful anti-infective, it helps fight against the proliferation of viruses and helps decongest the respiratory tract.
- Peppermint essential oil: known for its “cold effect”, ideal for clearing the nose and stopping a runny nose.
- Ravintsara essential oil: particularly appreciated in diffusion, it contains moterpenes, known for their antiseptic action. It is perfect for purifying the ambient air and fighting winter viruses.
Precautions & information
Before using each essential oil, be sure to take note of the precautions to follow. For example, certain essential oils are photosensitizing, dermocaustic, prohibited for pregnant women, children, not recommended for people with epilepsy, the elderly, hypertensive people, etc. or even prohibited in cases of hormone-dependent problems or mastosis.
These precautions and restrictions are available either on the bottle of the essential oil concerned, or on the “product page” of our site.
In general, for any use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes, consult a doctor or pharmacist. Consult a medical opinion if you are already taking medication or if you are subject to a chronic illness (asthma, hormone-dependent pathologies, etc.). The information given on this page does not constitute a prescription, it remains given for informational purposes and in no way engages our responsibility. The known properties, examples of use and routes of administration presented in this file are general information taken from authoritative bibliographies in the field of essential oils and aromatherapy.
Using essential oil is not without risk. If in doubt, seek medical advice.
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