Eucalyptus In The Shower: Why You Should Try This Spa-Like Experience
- angela7947
- Jan 20, 2021
- 1 min read
Eucalyptus has a long healing history, both from the plant and the extracted essential oil. "Much of what we know about eucalyptus—there is more than one kind of eucalyptus, by the way—comes from Indigenous peoples of its native home: the traditional knowledge of Aboriginal Tasmanians, Australians, and Torres Strait Islander people," says herbalist and plant specialist Christine Buckley, author of Plant Magic: Herbalism in Real Life. "Over time, various species of eucalyptus provided relief from everything from sore muscles to stomach upset."
Of course, such a long history of use indicates there must be valid benefits (anecdotal evidence at the very least). But recently, scholarly journals have caught up to the plant's powers and published several studies indicating that its historical use has been spot-on.
One study found that eucalyptus essential oil had significant anti-inflammatory benefits (reducing participants' inflammatory response by 25% when used topically). Another recent study found that when the essential oil was used in a diffuser, its antifungal powers improved the surrounding space's air quality. And finally, eucalyptus oil's active compound 1,8-cineole may help clear mucus from airways, act as a natural cough suppressant, and ease sore throats.
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