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Profile: Eucalyptus Globulus Essential Oil.

Commonly known as: Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil (I.N.C.I.), Blue Eucalyptus, Fever Tree, Blue Gum Tree.
Botanical name: Eucalyptus globulus Labill.
Extraction process: Steam distillation of leaves and stems.
Family: Myrtaceae.
Part of the plant extracted: Leaves and stems.
Location: Originally from Australia, it is now widespread in Portugal, California, North America, Chile, South Africa, India, Argentina, Egypt, Andalusia, and Spain.
Flowering: In June.
Provenance, origin: Portugal.
Phytochemical composition: Terpinyl acetate, caryophyllene, myrcene, beta-pinene, camphene, alpha-terpinene, terpinolene, isovaleraldehyde, 4-terpineol, para-menth-1-en-8-ol, 1,8-cineole (eucalyptol), geraniol, alpha-pinene, para-cymene, D-limonene, linalool.
Sensorial properties: Appearance: Cloudy liquid due to temperature reduction; Colour: Colourless to pale yellow; Scent: Camphoraceous, fresh and eucalyptus-like.
Physical characteristics: Density: 0.905 - 0.925 g/cm3; Refractive Index: 1.460 - 1.466.
Benefits: Sebum-regulating, purifying, refreshing, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, soothing, fragrant.
Concerns: All skin types, particularly combination to oily skin and those prone to blemishes; All hair types.

Details

Properties

  • Purifying, sebum-regulating:

Applications

  • Facial Care(serums, creams, makeup removing oils, cleansing gels);

  • Body Care(balms, oils, scrubs);

  • Haircare(shampoos, conditioners, lotions, masks, hair dyes);

  • Hygiene (toothpastes, deodorants, shower gels, solid soaps).

Method of Preservation

Keep away from any source of heat, air, direct sunlight, and at a stable and moderate temperature.

Contraindications, Usage Precautions

When applied topically, do not use eucalyptus globulus essential oil on children under 6 years old and on pregnant or breastfeeding women. It is also not recommended for individuals with asthma, especially when inhaled or diffused due to its high content of 1,8-cineole.

Furthermore, according to the 7th Amendment of the European Directive on cosmetic products (2003/15/EC), certain compounds found in this essential oil, such as D-limonene or geraniol, may pose a risk of skin allergy in some sensitive or reactive individuals when incorporated into a cosmetic composition. Consequently, according to the IFRA 49th Amendment, eucalyptus globulus essential oil can be used without any particular toxicological risk up to a concentration of 0.58% in the finished product. As a precaution, always perform a product application test in the crook of your elbow at least 48 hours before using it.

Find out more

Eucalyptus are plants native to Australia. The Latin name "globulus" refers to the shape of the fruit's operculum. This species of eucalyptus was nicknamed the "fever tree", as it was used to treat malaria. The essential oil of eucalyptus globulus is particularly recommended for problematic oily skin; it reduces the size of the sebaceous glands and regulates sebum production.