Eucalyptus tincture
Useful properties of eucalyptus make it a popular plant in medicine.Eucalyptus alcohol tincture is an effective and affordable treatment for a wide range of diseases. Due to its disinfecting properties, it has found application not only in medicine, but also in other areas of life.
Specifications
- off-green liquid;
- has a sharp, specific smell;
- has a bitter taste;
- used in medicine and cosmetology.
Beneficial features
- is a good antiseptic;
- has anti-inflammatory effects;
- promotes healing of wounds and burns;
- removes some types of pain;
- produces a warming effect;
- improves the condition of the respiratory tract.
Harm
With individual intolerance to the components that make up the drug, a strong allergic reaction is possible, accompanied by symptoms of food poisoning.
Contraindications
- age up to 3 years;
- asthma;
- bronchospasmosis syndrome;
- whooping cough.
Application
In medicine
Eucalyptus oil has many medicinal properties and is widely used in traditional medicine.
Eucalyptus tincture in combination with other drugs is used to treat the following ailments:
- flu;
- angina;
- colds;
- bronchitis;
- tracheitis;
- rheumatism;
- radiculitis;
- inflammatory diseases of the female genital organs;
- sprains and bruises;
- dermatitis;
- acne and acne;
- stomatitis;
- laryngitis;
- neurosis;
- sleep disorders.
How to cook at home?
Eucalyptus tincture is sold in any pharmacy and costs a penny, but if you have fresh or dried leaves of eucalyptus tree, it is quite possible to prepare it yourself. To do this, chop the leaves of eucalyptus and put in a glass jar or bottle, filling it a third. Then, add sugar to half the capacity. Tie up the neck of the bottle with gauze and leave in a dry, dark place for 3 or 4 days. When syrup is formed, add about 0.5 liters of vodka (try to choose a good, quality product) and leave in the same place for another 7 days. After a week, the tincture needs to be filtered. After that, you can begin treatment.
Instructions for use
Alcohol tincture of eucalyptus is usually used in diluted form in proportions: 1 tsp. drug on a glass of water. Depending on the disease and method of treatment, the tincture is used 1-4 times per day for 7-10 days. According to the recommendation of the doctor, the treatment can be repeated in two weeks.
Folk recipes
- With cervical erosion1 tsp alcohol eucalyptus tincture diluted in a glass of clean, warm water. Apply in the form of douching 2 times a day.
- In inflammatory diseases of the throat and larynxIt is recommended to rinse the throat and oral cavity 3 or 4 times a day with diluted eucalyptus tincture.
- With rheumatism and radiculitis, rubbing tincture of eucalyptus 2-3 times a day until the symptoms disappear. After the procedure, it is recommended to wrap the sore spot with a warm woolen scarf.
Inhalation
With a strong cough, you can inhale the eucalyptus vapor. To do this, dilute 20 drops of tincture in a glass of hot water and inhale for 10 minutes, 2 times a day. For steam inhalation, you can also use special devices - inhalers and nebulizers. In this case, 1 tsp. eucalyptus tincture is diluted in 1 cup of saline. For one procedure, 3 ml is enough.
In cosmetology
The excellent antiseptic properties of eucalyptus tinctures allow it to be used for the care of problem skin. It can be used in the form of:
- morning washes;
- ice cubes - for wiping the face;
- steam bath for the face;
- anti-inflammatory mask;
- "Point" remedies for acne.
For acne
- Method 1. Take 1 tbsp.dry yeast and dilute the eucalyptus tincture so that the mixture resembles a liquid slurry in consistency. Add 1 tsp. kefir. Apply to cleansed face, avoiding the eye area. Layer should be as thick as possible. After the mask has hardened, wash it off with plenty of warm water.
- Method 2 Egg yolk mixed with 100 ml of viburnum juice and 1 tsp. tincture of eucalyptus. Saturate with this mixture a piece of very thin natural fabric and apply it on the face. Hold for 10 minutes. Then dip the fabric into the mixture again and keep it on the face for 15 minutes. Rinse the mask with cold water and apply a nourishing cream on the face.
For hair
With the help of eucalyptus tinctures, you can also get rid of dandruff and strengthen the hair structure.
For this, 1 tbsp. Calendula petals brew in 0.5 liters of boiling water. When the broth cools, add 1 tbsp to it. lemon juice and 1 tbsp. tincture of eucalyptus. After you wash your head with your regular shampoo, rinse the hair with the resulting solution. Flush it is not necessary.
Bath procedures
Eucalyptus tincture can be used for bath procedures.
Typically, a variety of tinctures and decoctions of herbs, experienced bakers poured on hot stones to get even more steam. This method contributes to the healing of the whole body and is particularly beneficial effect on the state of the respiratory tract. Eucalyptus tincture for a bath diluted in water in the ratio: 25 drops of the drug per liter of water.
Eucalyptus tincture is great for colds, if you do inhalation. Well, or in the bathhouse.