How to Make Homemade Eucalyptus Oil

How to Make Homemade Eucalyptus Oil

How to Make Homemade Eucalyptus Oil

Eucalyptus oil has been known to work wonders on the body due to its somewhat endless benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and pain-relieving properties, contains a natural antiseptic and acts as a natural insect repellent.

What You Will Need

Eucalyptus leaves

Extra virgin olive oil

Slow cooker

Glass bottle

Strainer

eucalyptus leaves

Step One

Wash a large handful of fresh eucalyptus leaves and measure one cup of extra virgin olive oil.

handful of fresh eucalyptus leaves

Step Two

Place these ingredients into a slow cooker or over a low heat for six hours.

ingredient in a slow cooker

Step Three

Let it cool, strain, and voila.

cool and strain the oil

Step Four

Keep it in a cool, dry place and be sure to never ingest it. When you want to rub it anywhere on the body, I recommend mixing it with a carrier oil like coconut or argan oil, it won’t lessen the effects, but it will make it last longer!

store in cool, dry place
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