Olbas Oil is a remedy, of Swiss origin, for congestion in the chest and nose, some hayfever relief (in certain cases) and also for muscle ache via massage. It is made from a mixture of several different essential oils and has been marketed since before 1916. The name is a contraction of Oleum Basileum, "oil from Basel". Massage Olbas Oil into muscle areas BEFORE running, bicycling, or workouts to help relax tight muscles. Apply AFTER sports or exercise and massage gently to help reduce soreness and soothe overworked muscles. Wintergreen essential oil has a refreshing, uplifting scent that revitalizes the senses. It’s a very potent oil, so the Olbas Oil formula contains only a very small amount of Wintergreen oil (less than 4%). It’s a traditional remedy in South East Asia for muscular and joint pains. In aromatherapy, it’s known for stimulating the mind and helping with clear thinking. And there's more to Olbas Oil than powerful decongestant vapours. When you're feeling achy, try massaging in a few drops of Olbas Oil for soothing relief.

Cajeput oil is a type of melaleuca or tea tree oil, so it’s a great antiseptic and antibacterial oil. Melaleuca oil is one of the best known remedies for respiratory problems. It’s very helpful with flu and colds, as it helps the throat, sinus and respiratory tracts. Aromatherapists also recommend peppermint oil’s invigorating scent to help your mental focus and concentration, increase alertness, and to ease tension and stress. Sore, aching feet: Massage directly on feet or add 25-50 drops of Olbas Oil to a dishpan of hot or cold water and soak feet for 10 to 15 minutes. Peppermint oil opens your breathing passages and helps to maximise your respiratory function. The menthol in peppermint gives a cooling sensation that is great for relaxing tense muscles and alleviating minor strains and muscular discomforts.The introduction of Olbas Oil into a child's eye contrary to the product's instructions for use, was noted to result in a range of adverse effects including corneal scarring. [2] Available as [ edit ] Compress: Add 10-20 drops of Olbas Oil to a bowl of hot or cold water. Submerse a cloth in the water, wring it out and place it on the desired area. Hot compresses feel soothing for aching bodies; cold compresses feel refreshing on the forehead. Sports and Exercise Olbas Oil is suitable for adults and children as young as 3 months, though Olbas also has a gentler formulation especially developed for little noses – Olbas for Children, also suitable from 3 months. Eucalyptus is a great antiseptic and antiviral oil, too. It’s a native Australian remedy to help relieve minor joint discomforts and sore muscles. Eucalyptus oil is well known for helping sinus and throat infections, fevers and flu. It’s a drying oil, so it especially helps with coughs and colds with excessive mucus.

It has a brisk and energizing scent which clears the mind, enhances focus, and increases mental alertness.