The Crisp Stimulating Yet Soothing Aroma of Eucalyptus Oil

While renowned for its invigorating aroma that clears the mind and uplifts the spirit, eucalyptus also possesses remarkable calming effects, making it a versatile scent for relaxation and stress relief.

This duality of eucalyptus fragrance makes it not only captivating but also highly therapeutic, offering a holistic sensory experience unlike any other, and our perfumers have captured its essence in three newly-composed diffuser oils — Our Eucalyptus Conifer, Eucalyptus Pine and an ever-refreshing fragrance, Eucalyptus Spa.

Native to Australia,Tasmania and nearby islands, there are more than 700 species  of eucalyptus trees, all of which are contain essential oils and have flower parts in multiples of four and five.

They all belong to the Myrtle family of dicotyledonous plants (named for the seed which has two embryonic leaves known as cotyledons).

The leaves are always positioned downwards as a natural protection against sunlight. Australia’s more than 227 million acres of eucalyptus forest comprise three-quarters of the nation’s forest land.

These trees are known to grow rapidly and attain heights of up to 300 feet.

Eucalyptus bark differs by species. Many shed their outermost layers continuously in the form of ribbons or flake while others retain a dense, uneven bark.

Although they are usually brown, the species known as Rainbow Eucalyptus sheds several times per year, revealing an inner bark that is red, blue, yellow, and purple.

Most species are evergreen and they are known by other monikers, which include: Fever Tree, Blue Gum Tree, and Stringy Bark Tree, depending on their location in the world.

What Are The Many Uses Of Eucalyptus?

Eucalyptus is an alluring tree with unique bark, medicinal properties, and environmental benefits.

Known for its fresh clean aroma, it is often found in personal care products such as: soaps, detergents, mouthwashes, toothpastes, skin-care lotions and fine fragrances.

Due to the fact that eucalyptus leaves are a plentiful source of flavonoids, skin is protected against unstable free radicals that accumulate in cells and cause damage to lipids and proteins.

The leaves also help to maintain collagen levels and delay the emergence of wrinkles and fine lines.

Eucalyptus essential oil is also a favorite in aromatherapy practice, and it is said to rejuvenate tired spirits, boost mental clarity and heal infection.

Scientists estimate that eucalyptus trees have been in “the land down under” for millions of years.

Sequencing DNA and fossil remains support the idea that these trees evolved in Gondwana, which was a gigantic land mass that formed some 250 million years ago, divided and today includes all of Africa, South America, India, Madagascar, Australia and New Zealand.

For centuries, aborigines relied on eucalyptus leaves for a source of water and a tea derived from the leaves was a treatment for fever.

In the late 18th century, when the penal colony of Australia was first established, eucalyptus was growing wild along the shores of Port Jackson and was distilled and used to treat soldiers and convicts.

In the mid 19th century, a Melbourne pharmacist named Joseph Bosisto opened the first commercial eucalyptus distillation plant.

The Use of Eucalyptus Essential Oil In Fragrance

The power of eucalyptus is treasured by modern perfumers, but it must always be handled with utmost care.

Even one drop too many can overpower a fragrance with an unwanted “mothball” essence.

Always fresh and energizing both as a top and heart note, it ignites the senses and is found in both masculine and feminine scents.

As a top note, it is lively and fresh, and as a heart note, it is beloved for its minty and woodsy character. Eucalyptus blends well with other fresh notes and is often used to create one-of-a-kind, intense and complex olfactory accords.

Eucalyptus essential oil adds lightness to a fragrance with its fresh touch of green, camphor-like and lemony elements. Sharp and pungent, eucalyptus leaves are woody, resinous and somewhat sweet.

These scents arise because eucalyptus oil contains aromatic terpenes, such as 90% eucalyptol, which has a pleasant, minty character.

These naturally occurring compounds define the pigment, fragrance and taste of plants.

Other terpenes found in eucalyptus include: cineol; pinene and limonene, In tandem, they are responsible for the essential oil’s woody and citrusy nature.

3 Deliciously Aromatic Eucalyptus-Infused Diffuser Oils

The following represent just a sampling of the many fine diffuser oil blends formulated by our master perfumers. Of course, if you're a purest, we also offer Eucalyptus essential oil in our Nature Scent collection as well.

• Eucalyptus Conifer - Top notes stream with facets of minty, cool, and resinous eucalyptus, refreshing sugary conifer and lively, sweet spearmint. An aromatic heart soon takes hold marked by green, piney fir needle, minty, balsamic pine, crunchy green apple and sensual sage. A dry down of earthy, slightly sharp vetiver, dry cedar wood and smoky, rich guaiac wood compete this memorable scent, 
• Eucalyptus Pine - Head notes flow with cooling facets of sharp, honeyed eucalyptus and sugary spearmint. These aspects soon fold into a herbal heart of fresh greens, clean, woody rosemary, sensual, nutty sage, potent thyme and dark, honeyed amber.  Passionate musk, smooth and creamy sandalwood and dry, balsamic cedar wood form the dry down of this invigorating fragrance.
• Eucalyptus Spa - This intense fragrance conjures the appeal of a soft summer breeze with flowing head notes of honeyed, pungent eucalyptus and sugary, fresh elements. An aromatic floral/fruity heart soon follows marked by facets of floral frosted cranberry  and sugary, creamy magnolia blossom. The scent competes with a dry down featuring sensual, green vetiver, balsamic cedar wood and smooth velvety sandalwood.

Breathe In Its Aromatic Beauty

Eucalyptus essential oil is a unique component in Mother Nature’s order of things.

A rich, noble history and multitude of uses ensures its place in perfumery and other applications today and for all generations yet to come.

If you’re looking for a little lift in your spirit and mood, consider one of our eucalyptus diffuser oils and discover a world of intense and unique flavor and scent!

And if you're looking for the ideal essential oil diffuser to diffuse your fragrance oils, be sure to check out our beautifully designed, wireless and waterless diffuser, which comes in four brushed finishes, including Refined Gold, Smokey Black, Brushed Silver and Carbon Steel.