EUCALYPTUS AUSTRALIANA
A fresh, penetrating eucalyptus oil with clean, camphoraceous and peppermint-like notes.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Eucalyptus radiata subsp. radiata (syn. Eucalyptus australiana)
Family: Myrtaceae
Origin: Australia
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from the leaves and terminal branches
Note: Top
Colour: Colourless to pale yellow
Aroma: Fresh, penetrating, camphoraceous and gently peppermint-like
About This Essential Oil
Eucalyptus Australiana is a traditional trade name associated with Eucalyptus radiata, or Narrow-Leaved Peppermint. Its steam-distilled oil has a fresh, penetrating fragrance with clean eucalyptus, camphoraceous and lightly peppermint-like notes. This crisp character suits diffuser, room-fragrance and carefully formulated body-care blends.
Key Benefits
• Provides a fresh and penetrating eucalyptus aroma
• Creates a clean and invigorating aromatic atmosphere
• Adds lift to diffuser and room-fragrance blends
• Complements herbal, coniferous, citrus and woody oils
• Popular in sports-inspired aromatic massage formulations
• Useful in household and seasonal fragrance blends
History
Eucalyptus radiata is native to south-eastern Australia and commonly known as Narrow-Leaved Peppermint. Eucalyptus australiana is an older botanical synonym still familiar in the essential-oil trade. Eucalyptus leaves have long been appreciated for their powerful aroma, and the distilled oils became important fragrance, household and personal-care materials.
Main Chemical Components
75% Oxides, 20% Monoterpenes
Aromatic Characteristics
• Fresh and clean
• Penetrating
• Camphoraceous
• Lightly peppermint-like
• Crisp and diffusive
• Bright top note
Aromatic Uses
• Adds freshness to diffuser and room-fragrance blends
• Provides a clean eucalyptus note in household aromatic products
• Complements citrus, herbal, woody and coniferous aromas
• Suitable for carefully diluted massage and body-care formulations
• Adds lift to seasonal and outdoors-inspired fragrance blends
Aromatic Profile
• Often described as crisp, clean and invigorating
• Creates a fresh and spacious aromatic impression
• Softer and slightly sweeter than some strongly medicinal eucalyptus oils
• Useful for brightening dense herbal and woody compositions
• Individual responses to aromas vary
Blends Well With
Basil, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Myrtle, Peppermint, Pine, Rosemary, Tea Tree, Cedarwood, Frankincense and Sweet Orange.
Health & Safety
• For external use only; do not ingest or apply undiluted.
• Always dilute appropriately before topical application.
• Do not apply on or near the face of babies or children under 10 years.
• Keep away from the nose and mouth.
• Use a small amount intermittently in a well-ventilated space.
• Seek qualified advice before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding, for children, or when managing a respiratory or medical condition.
• Avoid eyes, mucous membranes and broken or irritated skin.
• Stop use if coughing, breathing discomfort, dizziness or irritation occurs.
• Keep away from children and animals; store below 25°C, away from sunlight and heat.
