An allergy is a condition in which the immune system reacts abnormally to a foreign substance. People suffer from different kinds of allergies such as skin allergies, seasonal allergies, dust allergies etc. These allergies mostly result in sneezing, runny nose and red, watery and itchy eyes, swelling, rash, redness, itching. In this article, you can learn how you can use the magical essential oils to reduce these symptoms of different allergies.
How Essential Oils help To Treat Allergies?
The anti-inflammatory and antihistamine properties of different essential oils help to reduce pain, inflammation, swelling etc. Another way to alleviate allergies is to reduce stress, this can be achieved with the help of different essential oils. Read on to know about different essential oils to help with allergies.
Different essential oils help treat different allergies such as peppermint essential oils for skin allergies, lavender and lemon essential oils for seasonal allergies, eucalyptus and tea tree essential oil for allergies in children and diluted peppermint and lavender essential oil for eye allergies. In this article, we will read about essential oils, their benefits, properties and side effects. Continue reading to know about 10 such essential oils good for allergies.
1. Lavender Essential Oil
Good quality lavender oil has a sweet, floral, and woody smell. It is pale yellow in colour. Lavender oil blends well with Pine, Lemon, Tangerine, Patchouli, bergamot, Sweet Orange, Cedarwood, Rose, Geranium, frankincense, Grapefruit, Rosemary, Clary Sage, etc.
Benefits Of Lavender Oil
- Cure anxiety
- Improves sleep and brain function
- Heal Wounds
- Reduce acne
- Fight against inflammation
- Treat allergies
- Reduce pain and skin irritation
How To Use
- Add 4-5 drops of lavender oil on your pillow before going to bed.
- This will prevent you from sneezing and coughing throughout the night and helps in getting a peaceful and restful sleep.
Side Effects
- Can cause headache
- Lead to constipation
- Increased appetite
- Can cause skin irritation when used topically.
2. Frankincense Essential Oil
Frankincense oil has a fresh and clean smell. It has an earthy aroma with warm, fruity and spicy undertones. The oil is pale golden in colour. Frankincense oil blends well with many other essential oils such as lemongrass, peppermint, orange, sandalwood, lavender, cedarwood oil etc.
Benefits Of Using Frankincense Oil
- Act as a sleep aid
- Improve memory
- Helps in balancing hormones
- Reduce stress and negative emotions
- Reduce allergy symptoms
- Reduce inflammation and redness
How To Use
- Dilute few drops of frankincense oil with almond oil in a diffuser.
- Inhale the aroma as it the mixture diffuses in the air.
Side Effects
- Potential side effects include some skin irritation.
- Safety of use during pregnancy and lactation are unknown at this time.
- Rashes on sensitive skin
- Gastrointestinal distress
- Stomach pain
- Hyperacidity and nausea
3. Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea tree oil has a fresh camphoraceous odour and a colour that ranges from pale yellow to nearly colourless and clear. tea tree oil blends particularly well with cinnamon, lavender, lemon, myrrh, nutmeg, rosewood, clary sage, clove, geranium, rosemary and thyme.
Benefits Of Using Tea Tree Oil
- Treat infections
- Soothing skin conditions
- Treat dandruff and dry scalp
- Treat acne
- Reduce inflammation
- Reduce allergy symptoms
How To Use
- Mix tea tree oil with aloe vera gel.
- Using a cotton ball apply it on the affected area.
- Wait for an hour or overnight.
Side Effects
- Tea tree oil when consumed it can cause confusion, inability to walk, unsteadiness, rash, and coma.
4. Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint oil has a sharp, fresh and menthol aroma. It is clear to pale yellow in colour. Peppermint oil blends well with Geranium, Grapefruit, Oregano, Marjoram, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary, and Tea Tree essential oils.
Benefits Of Using Peppermint Oil
- Help Relieve Tension
- Headaches and Migraines
- Relieve Clogged Sinuses
- Improve Your Sleep
- Help reduce inflammation
- Provide relief for allergies
How To Use
- Add 1or 2 drops of peppermint oil in a hot cup of tea.
- Or you can dilute peppermint oil with coconut oil and apply it on your chest, back of neck and temples.
Side Effects
Use of peppermint oil for some people can cause:
- Burning mouth syndrome
- diarrhea with anal burning
- Flushing and headache
- Heartburn
5. Lemon Essential Oil
It has a strong citric aroma and is mostly clear in colour but can have green undertone of it is made from green lemons. It is mostly used in aromatherapy. It is made from lemon peel and has many health benefits. Lemon essential oil blends well with Eucalyptus, Fennel, Peppermint, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Geranium, and Ylang Ylang.
Benefits Of Using Lemon Oil
- Detoxify and rejuvenates skin
- Improve focus
- Boost energy level
- Overcome respiratory condition
- Boost immune system
- Eliminate allergy triggers
How To Use
- Add a few drops of lemon oil in a room diffuser to eliminate allergy triggers in the air.
- Add few drops of lemon oil in your detergent.
- Add 2-3 drops of lemon oil to water and spray it on your couches, sheets, curtains and carpets.
Side Effects
- Can result is rashes and irritation when applied to sensitive skin.
- When used in high doses can cause dizziness, vomiting, seizures and other problems.
6. Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Eucalyptus has a clear, sharp, fresh, woody and very distinctive smell, and is pale yellow in colour. Eucalyptus oil blends well with Cedarwood, chamomile, cypress, lavender, lemon, marjoram, peppermint, pine, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, juniper, rosemary, and thyme essential oils. Studies have shown that inhaling eucalyptus oil can significantly lower inflammation, pain, and blood pressure.
Benefits Of Eucalyptus Oil
- Improve respiratory conditions
- Relieve cough
- Improve seasonal allergies
- Reduce pain and inflammation
- fights infection
- Boost mental clarity
How To Use
- Add 1-2 drops of eucalyptus oil and a cup of boiling water in a bowl.
- Then place a towel on your head and inhale deeply for 10 minutes.
- This will clear the nasal passage and relieve congestion.
Side Effect
- It can cause skin irritation for some people, so it is better to test the oil in a small patch of skin before using it.
7. Lemongrass Essential Oil
Lemongrass oil has a sweet lemony aroma and is dark yellow to amber and reddish in colour. Lemongrass essential oil blends well with Melaleuca, Geranium, Eucalyptus, Lavender, and Rosemary essential oils.
Benefits Of Lemongrass Oil
- It has antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
- It helps prevent gastric ulcers or relieve nausea
- Helps ease diarrhoea
- Reduce respiratory inflammation
- Eliminate various allergy symptoms
How To Use
- Mix 2-3 drops of lemongrass oil with jojoba oil.
- Gently massage this mixture on your body.
Side Effects
- Lemongrass oil is mostly safe to use. But sometimes can cause skin irritation or a rash.
8. Rosemary Essential Oil
Rosemary oil has a clear refreshing and herbal aroma which makes one's heart feel lighter and refreshed. It is clear in colour. Rosemary essential oil blends well with basil, citronella, chamomile, frankincense, sage, thyme, lemongrass, lavender, peppermint, and eucalyptus essential oil.
Benefits of Rosemary Essential Oil
- Acne oil treatment
- Stimulate hair growth
- Reduce pain and inflammation
- Reduce allergic response
- Reduce coughing
How To Use
- Add 2 drops of rosemary oil in a warm bath.
- Soak in the oil-infused warm bath for 15 minutes.
Side Effects
Consuming undiluted rosemary oil can cause
- vomiting,
- uterine bleeding,
- kidney irritation,
- increased sun sensitivity,
- skin redness, and allergic reactions.
9. Thyme Essential Oil
Thyme oil is a pale yellow to reddish-brown in colour. It has a fresh, sweet, and herbaceous aroma. Thyme oil blends well with the essential oils of Lemon, Bergamot, Lavender, Grapefruit, Rosemary, and Pine.
Benefits Of Using Thyme Oil
- Increases blood circulation
- Boost immune system
- Regulate blood pressure
- Skincare
- Contains allergy-fighting properties
How To Use
- Add a few drops of thyme oil to boiling water.
- Put a towel on your head and inhale deeply for 5-10 minutes.
- This will clear your sinus passage.
Side Effects
- If consumed it can lead to a digestive system upset, headache, or dizziness for some people.
- Also, cause skin irritation for some people.
10. Cedar Wood Essential Oil
Cedarwood essential oil has an earthy and woody smell like that of a rainy day in a forest. The oil is copper or yellow in colour. Cedarwood essential oil blends well with Juniper, Frankincense, Jasmine, Lime, Lemon, Lavender, Peppermint, Benzoin, Cypress, Bergamot, Cinnamon, Rose, Rosemary and Neroli.
Benefit Of Cedar Wood Oil
- Improve inflammatory skin conditions
- minimizes skin irritation
- removes toxins
- Prevent seasonal allergies
- Treat respiratory diseases.
How To Use
- Dilute a few drops of cedarwood oil in warm water with the help of a diffuser.
- Make the person inhale the aroma.
Side Effects
- As this oil is very strong it can cause damage to the digestive system.
- Or cause nausea and vomiting
- Excessive thirst
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Written By - Shireen Khan
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