Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Crisp, refreshing aroma with a clean botanical character.

The eucalyptus essential oil we use is 100% pure, undiluted oil derived from the fresh leaves of Eucalyptus globulus, commonly known as blue gum eucalyptus.

The oil is produced through double distillation, which captures the plant’s concentrated volatile aromatic compounds. Unlike a carrier oil, eucalyptus essential oil is not a moisturizing oil and is used only in small, carefully measured amounts.

The Science

Eucalyptus essential oil is a complex mixture of naturally occurring aromatic compounds. Its primary components generally include:

  • 1,8-Cineole, also called eucalyptol — the principal aromatic compound responsible for eucalyptus oil’s crisp, penetrating scent

  • Alpha-pinene — a terpene that contributes a fresh, pine-like quality

  • Smaller amounts of limonene, globulol, aromadendrene, and other volatile compounds that complete its distinctive aroma

The precise composition varies according to growing conditions, leaf maturity, and distillation method.

In cosmetic formulations, eucalyptus essential oil primarily helps:

  • Give products a crisp, clean botanical aroma

  • Create a cooling and refreshing sensory experience

  • Complement peppermint and other fresh herbal aromas

  • Add an invigorating character to rich butters and botanical oils

Why We Use It

We use eucalyptus essential oil to give selected body products their fresh, invigorating aroma. Because essential oils are highly concentrated, we blend it in carefully measured amounts throughout the finished formulation rather than applying it directly to the skin.

On the Skin

In our products, it is properly diluted within tallow, butters, and botanical oils. These foundational ingredients provide the moisturizing and conditioning benefits, while eucalyptus contributes its crisp aroma and refreshing sensory character.

Found In

  • Peppermint & Eucalyptus Meadow Cream
  • Peppermint & Eucalyptus Whipped Meadow Cream
  • Eucalyptus Sugar Scrub
  • Eucalyptus Whipped Sugar Scrub
  • Eucalyptus Tallow Lip Balm
  • Eucalyptus Whipped Tallow Facial Cream