Focus on Antibacterial Essential Oils

Focus on Antibacterial

Essential Oils

Every the day they are discovering new strains of bacteria and other potential hazards. Our traditional antibiotics are now failing us against these new superbugs.
It is helpful to understand how Essential Oils can play a part as antibacterial agents.

Peppermint. Mentha piperita

Peppermint has many varied uses. It is truly an amazing plant.

Use for

Respiratory support.
Clearing mucus and congestions.
Reducing swelling
Helping clear infections
Easing nausea
Focus and sharpening your mind.
Eases diarrhoea.
Help stop headaches.

Tea Tree - Melaleuca alternifolia

Tea Tree has a long history as a curative and wonder treatment.
Try to replace antibiotics with Tea Tree oil.
The World Health Organization has published a statement on caution of superbugs and drug resistance to them.
There have been over 300 studies on this oil.

Use for

Acne and dandruff.
Bacterial infections
Chicken pox.
Cold sores
Congestions and respiratory tract infections
Earaches. Do not use internally.
Fungal infections. Especially Athlete’s foot.
Head lice.
Insect bites, sores and sunburn
Cuts, scars and helps fights MRSA infection.
Kills mould.
Natural cleaner round the house.

Lavender - Lavandula angustifolia

Use for

Lavender has a rich history and is very versatile. It is also one of the safest oils.
It is especially known to reduce stress and improve sleep.

Soothes skin irritation and inflammation.

Respiratory support.
Soothes allergies and sinus congestions.
Soothes burns and reduces scars.
Bruises, cuts bites and stings.

Oregano - Origanum vulgare

In earlier civilizations it was used as a herb to stop food spoiling. It is both antifungal and antibacterial.

It hails from the Mediterranean and had great popularity in Greece and Rome. This oil is rich in carvacrol and thymol, the same as Thyme.

It is a strong oil so always dilute.

Use for

With antibacterial resistance growing use Oregano as your first response to bacterial infections.
Antiviral and disinfectant.
Bug repellent.
Carvracol, as well as Pomegranate show protective and restorative effects.
Athlete’s foot.
Cleaning work surfaces.
Use with Thyme in cleaner and wellness sprays.

Palma Rosa - Cymbopogon martini var. motia

Use for

Palma Rosa is not a rose but a grass.
It has restorative properties.
Works well with digestive issues
Antiviral and anti-bacterial
It is an excellent tool to help reduce fevers.
Rejuvenate damaged skin and soothing skin irritation.
Give respiratory support.
It has a cooling effect and helps reduce swelling especially in joints.

Orange – Citrus sinesis

Use for

Helps to improve the immune system.
Regulates inflammation
Regulate digestive system
Great for skin blemishes.
Powerful antibacterial.
Helps to clear infections.
Soothes allergies and sinus congestions
Clears mucus.

Lemon Grass - Cymbopogon flexuosos/ citratus

Use for

Lemongrass is another versatile product.
Reduce muscle pain.
Helps relax and soothes stress.
Antibacterial
Analgesic – pain relief.
Antifungal – athlete’s foot
Astringent.
Insect repellent.
Antimicrobial
Promotes healthy digestion.

Geranium – pelagonium asperum

Use for

Helps regulate hormones.
Treats acne.
Has calming effect, aids anxiety and depression
Combats bacteria and fungi.
Daily skincare and aids damaged skin...
Also repels bugs.
Aids memory and reduces confusion.

Citronella – Cymbopogon winterianus

Use for

Very positive actions against free radicals.
Powerful with respiratory infections and inflammations.
Antibiotic.
Antifungal.
Mosquito deterrent.