6 Amazing Essential Oils For Sinus

Eucalyptus Blue Gum Essential Oil is packed with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and is historically known to alleviate sinus and respiratory discomfort. Meanwhile, its active compound 1, 8 Cineole (eucalyptol) is highly valued for its ability to relieve inflammation and nasal discomfort.

In fact, a 2009 study found that 1,8 Cineole effectively treated inflammation of the nasal cavity associated with sinus congestion (also known as Nonpurulent rhinosinusitis). Its crisp, native scent is also known to promote a calm environment and help you have a restful night’s sleep.

You can use Eucalyptus Oil in a few ways:

• Diffusing: Add a few drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil to your aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporiser to help ease coughing and congestion. We recommend 4 - 8 drops depending on the size of the water tank in the diffuser. For those who do not own a diffuser, Eucalyptus Oil can also be added to a steam vapour (or a bowl of steaming water). Just be sure to inhale at a safe distance to avoid burns.
   
• Warm Bath: Add a few drops to a warm bath to help create a calm, soothing atmosphere.

Oregano Essential Oil actively fights against respiratory discomfort with its natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. With a high concentration of healing compounds including carvacrol, thymol and terpinene, Oregano Oil may relieve pain and inflammation associated with congestion. With a robust herbaceous aroma, Oregano Oil also provides powerful relief against sinus discomfort.

You can use Oregano Oil in a few ways:

• Diffusing: Add a few drops of Oregano Essential Oil to your aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporizer to help with allergy symptoms.
  
  
• Diluting: You can dilute your Oregano Essential Oil in a carrier oil, add your dilution to a roller bottle and apply to the temples, wrists and behind the ears. We recommend using a 2 - 4% dilution for skin application and a 1 - 2% dilution for facial application.

Peppermint Essential Oil has a high menthol concentration and natural analgesic, antiseptic and antibiotic properties with a cool, crisp aroma. It is now widely known to reduce inflammation, relieve nasal passage blockages and lower the heart rate, while also regulating systolic blood pressure and enabling better lung function.

You can use Peppermint Oil in a few ways:

• Diffusing: add a few drops of Peppermint Essential Oil to your aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporiser to alleviate coughing and congestion symptoms. You can also add a few drops to a steam vapour (or a bowl of steaming water).
  
  
• Warm Bath: Add a few drops to a warm bath to help create a calm, soothing atmosphere.

Frankincense Essential Oil is filled with naturally occurring anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral properties due to its active compounds limonene and pinene. Because of this, Frankincense Oil may strengthen the immune system and relieve congestion while promoting mental clarity and respiratory function. Nowadays, Frankincense Oil is also known to combat bacteria while alleviating the heaviness associated with congestion.

You can use Frankincense Oil in the following ways:

• Diffusing: Add a few drops of Frankincense Essential Oil to your aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporiser to alleviate coughing and irritation. You can also add a few drops of Frankincense Oil to a steam vapour (or a bowl of steaming water), just be sure to inhale at a safe distance to avoid burning yourself.
  
  
• Warm Bath: Add a few drops to a warm bath to help create a calm, restful and soothing atmosphere.

Traditionally, Tea Tree Essential Oil is associated with fighting bacteria and reducing sinus swelling while helping to clear the nasal passages. Packed with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral abilities, Tea Tree Oil may also improve sinus congestion and overall immune health.

In fact, a 2015 review found that Tea Tree Oil effectively combats bacteria and viruses whilst boosting overall respiratory health.

You can use Tea Tree Oil in the following ways:

• Diffusing: Add a few drops of Tea Tree Essential Oil to your aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporiser to alleviate coughing and irritation. You can also add a few drops of Tea Tree Oil to a steam vapour (or a bowl of steaming water), just be sure to inhale at a safe distance to avoid burning yourself.
  
  
• Warm Bath: Add a few drops to a warm bath to help create a calm, restful and soothing atmosphere.

AWO’s Inhale Sinus Blend includes a powerful combination of essential oils that are known to help combat and relieve sinus congestion. Including Peppermint, Oregano, Frankincense and Eucalyptus Blue Gum Essential Oil, AWO’s Sinus blend is packed with antibacterial properties that have been seen to alleviate congestion and promote respiratory health.

While essential oils are generally available to purchase at health, wellness and retail stores, it is important to keep in mind that the purity and quality of these essential oils will vary. That is why we recommend finding a reputable supplier.

Here at AWO, we have a wide selection of 100% pure essential oils and organic essential oils that are sold at reasonable prices. Because our stock is purchased in bulk quantities our costs are significantly less, which allows us to offer our high-quality products at affordable prices. We are also based right here in Australia!