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Lemon Eucalyptus Benefits

Lemon Eucalyptus oil has gained popularityas an insect and mosquito repellent. Its oil is extracted from the leaves or twigs from the lemon scented gum eucalyptus plant. It is a tall tree that grows up to 50 meters and found in the tropical areas of northeastern Australia. <br>

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Lemon Eucalyptus Benefits

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  1. Lemon Eucalyptus Benefits

  2. Lemon Eucalyptus Benefits Lemon Eucalyptus oil has gained popularityas an insect and mosquito repellent. Its oil is extracted from the leaves or twigs from the lemon scented gum eucalyptus plant. It is a tall tree that grows up to 50 meters and found in the tropical areas of northeastern Australia. The name ‘Lemon-scented’ is derived from the Latin term called citriodorus. Its synthetic version contains pesticidal properties that are widely used as an alternative to the toxic mosquito repellents.

  3. Lemon Eucalyptus Benefits This essential oil has a pale yellow color with a thin consistency, that is normally extracted through steam distillation. It smells fresh with a woody hint and feels sweet with a lemon aroma. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered the oil of lemon eucalyptus as a "biopesticide repellent," which means that it is derived from the natural materials. The best part is that the resulting product can be applied to the exposed human skin and on the clothing for the repelling insects like mosquitoes, gnat, and biting flies.

  4. Lemon Eucalyptus Benefits How does it Work: It is typically applied on the skin to prevent oneself from mosquitoes, tick and deer bites. The oil could last for up to six to seven hours. How does it Work: It is a registered product and can be safely used for both typical or adventurous use, but it should not be used on children that are under the age of 3.

  5. Lemon Eucalyptus Benefits Benefits: The Lemon Eucalyptus oil has a number of health benefits that could help against bronchitis, coughing, fever, flu, and arthritis. It can be a safe alternative to DEET, which could cause serious and adverse effects on the children especially. Benefits: This is one of the major reasons for its success today as an effective insect repellent. As a cost-effective medium, the lemon eucalyptus leaves can be burnt for the household protection. This technique is very popular in the sub-Sahara Africa. Benefits: If you want to keep your family safe from the commercial repellents that include toxic chemicals, you can also make the homemade mosquito repellents.

  6. Lemon Eucalyptus Benefits Are there any side effects? When applied on the skin as a repellent, it is generally safe for most adults. However, some could experience the irritation on their skin due to sensitivity or could cause eye irritation. Overall, it does not have any adverse effects. Are there any side effects? Before applying it fully, it is suggested to perform a small skin patch test with a herbal oil. That would give an idea if you are allergic to it or not.

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