Color & OdorColorless clear liquid with Characteristic eucalyptus odor
SolubilityInsoluble in alcohol and oils. Soluble in water
Specific Gravity0.950 – 1.050 @ 20°C
Optical Rotation1.2730-1.2760
Refractive IndexN/A
Flash PointN/A
Description
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A native to Australia, Eucalyptus Hydrosol is extracted through a process where Eucalyptus leaf water is steam distilled from leaves & twigs. It has a fresh, powerful camphoraceous-cineolic aroma and has medicinal & antiseptic use. It is also used for inhalation purposes during colds, sinusitis & general catarrh.
Common Names
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Eucalyptus, southern blue gum, blue gum, tasmanian blue gum.
Blends With
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Cedarwood, lemon, lavender, rosemary, marjoram, thyme.
Constituents
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a-pinene (10 to 25%), 1,8-cineole (50 to 70%), p-cymene, limonene.
Uses
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Eucalyptus floral water has a powerful antiseptic nature and finds wide application in baths & massage during cold season. Eucalyptus leaf water extract is also very effective against airborne viruses & bacteria. Additionally, it can be used as inhalation for colds, sinusitis & general catarrh.