Olbas-Style Inhalation Oil
Our version of Olbas Oil, a eucalyptus and peppermint blend for blocked noses.
Makes 30 ml · Undiluted · Inhalation
You'll need
- 12 ml eucalyptus essential oil
- 10 ml peppermint essential oil
- 4 ml tea tree essential oil
- 2 ml frankincense essential oil
- 1½ ml myrrh essential oil
- ½ ml clove essential oil
Equipment
- dark glass dropper bottle
- measuring syringe
Method
- Measure each oil into a dark glass dropper bottle.
- Put the lid on and shake gently to mix.
How to use
Put a few drops on a tissue or hanky and breathe in, or on the mattress at night, or in a bowl of hot water for steaming. This is pure essential oil with no carrier, so it never goes on skin.
What it isn't
Not for skin, and not to be swallowed.
Safety
- For inhaling only. Never put it on skin undiluted, and never swallow it.
- Keep away from eyes. If it gets in, rinse with plenty of water.
- Not for babies or young children. Peppermint and eucalyptus especially should be kept away from under-6s.
- Check with a midwife or doctor before using during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Keep away from cats and other pets. Several essential oils are toxic to them, even diffused.