R.C. Essential Oil blend is my go-to oil for respiratory ailments. The powerful, therapeutic grade essential oils in this blend make it a must-have oil / remedy for the cold season.
Ingredients
Eycalyptus globulus assists in killing germs, and has anti fungal, expectorant, antiviral, and mucolytic properties. It reduces infection and assists in expelling phlegm.
Eucalyptus radiata has anti-infectious, anti-viral, ant expectorant properties. It is a great oil for bronchitis and sinusitis.
Eucalyptus citriodora has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and anti-infectious properties. It decongests and disinfects the sinus passages and the lungs.
Myrtle communis aids in throat infections, has decongestant properties and helps to treat coughs.
Pine(Pinus sylvestris) opens up the bronchi and has a disinfectant effect on the respiratory system.
Spruce(Picea mariana) is anti-infectious, anti-septic, and anti-inflammatory and hels the respiratory as well as the nervous system.
Marjoram(Origanum majorana) reduces spasm and supports the respiratory system.
Lavender(Lavandula angustifolia) helps to relax and ease tension. It is anti-spasmodic, hypotensive, anti-septic, and anti-inflammatory.
Cypress(Cupressus sempervirens) is refreshing and relaxing, anti-infectious, anti-bacterial, mucolytic, and anti-septic. It promotes blood circulation and lymph flow.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) has cooling properties, is a powerful nasal and lung decongestant, reduces coughing, improves airflow to the lungs, kills airborne bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
Companion Oils & Blends for respiratory infections
Apply directly onto the back and chest (check for sensitivity first!)
Directly inhale out of the bottle
Add 2-3 drops into a bowl of hot water for a steam treatment
Dilute 1:15 ratio in a vegetable oil and apply to chest and back
Caution
May cause skin irritation Do not bring into contact with sensitive skin, e.g. around the eyes, mouth etc.
Personal Experience
R.C. is my companion while traveling as well as during the winter season when so many people around me are sick, coughing, or sneezing. I apply a few drops of this oil neat onto my throat and chest at the first sign of respiratory discomfort. My mother used this oil for her chronic cough which got so much better after 2 weeks of daily application onto her chest and vita flex points.