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.
Extracted part of the plant: Leaves and stems.
Cultivation area, origin: Originally from Australia, it is now widespread in Portugal, California, North America, Chile, South Africa, India, Argentina, Egypt, Andalusia, and Spain.
Blooming: In June.
Origin, provenance: 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.
Sensory properties: Appearance: Cloudy liquid due to temperature reduction; Colour: Colourless to pale yellow; Scent: Camphoraceous, fresh and eucalyptus-like.
Physical properties: Density: 0.905 - 0.925 g/cm3; Refractive Index: 1.460 - 1.466.
Concerns: Sebum-regulating, purifying, refreshing, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, soothing, fragrant.
Effect: 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.
