Niaouli Essential Oil

Natural Niaouli Essential Oil - Melaleuca quinquenervia (Cav.) syn. Melaleuca viridiflora -

Niaouli Essential Oil, extracted from the leaves of the Melaleuca quinquenervia tree, is a powerful ally for well-being, renowned for its immune-boosting, antiseptic, and decongestant properties. With a profile similar to Tea Tree Oil, but gentler, this versatile essential oil is ideal for respiratory issues, skin conditions, and overall health care.

Benefits and Properties:

• Antiseptic and bactericidal: Helps eliminate pathogens that affect the body.
• Immune-stimulating: Strengthens the body's natural defenses.
• Decongestant and expectorant: Relieves respiratory pathways, facilitating easier breathing.
• Skin tonic: Promotes healing and cellular regeneration, making it useful for wounds, burns, and acne.

Traditional Applications:

• Integumentary system: Treats acne, insect bites, burns, ulcers, and wounds.
• Respiratory system: Eases allergies, asthma, colds, coughs, sinusitis, pharyngitis, and bronchitis.
• Immune system: Ideal for preventing and treating colds, flu, and fevers.
• Circulatory and muscular system: Relieves muscle pain, rheumatism, and improves circulation.
• Genito-urinary system: Effective against cystitis and urinary infections.

Usage Instructions:

Topical Use:

• Cold sores: Mix 20 drops of Niaouli, 20 drops of Ravintsara, and 20 drops of Thyme. Apply 1 drop of the mixture to the affected area 3 times a day.
• Respiratory allergies: Apply 3-4 drops of Niaouli and 1 drop of Italian Helichrysum diluted in a teaspoon of St. John’s Wort oil on the chest and neck, twice a day.
• Tired legs: Mix 3 drops of Niaouli, 3 drops of Peppermint, and 3 drops of Atlas Cedar with 1 tablespoon of Hemp oil, and massage into the legs.

Diffusion:

• Calm cough and boost energy: Add 4-5 drops to a diffuser along with Laurel and Ravintsara essential oils.

DIY Recipes:

1. Respiratory Balm:

   • Ingredients: 10 drops of Niaouli, 5 drops of Ravintsara, 5 drops of Eucalyptus, 30 ml of Coconut oil.
   • Preparation: Mix the essential oils with the Coconut oil in a dark jar. Apply to the chest and back to relieve congestion.

2. Skin Regenerating Cream:

   • Ingredients: 10 drops of Niaouli, 5 drops of Lavender, 5 drops of Rosehip, 50 ml of Shea butter.
   • Preparation: Melt the Shea butter in a double boiler, remove from heat, and add the essential oils. Mix well and let it cool. Apply to areas affected by acne or scars.

3. Purifying Air Spray:

   • Ingredients: 15 drops of Niaouli, 10 drops of Lemon, 10 drops of Tea Tree, 100 ml of distilled water.
   • Preparation: Mix the essential oils with the water in a spray bottle. Shake before each use and spray in the air to purify the environment.

Precautions:

• Do not use during pregnancy without consulting a professional.
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
• Keep out of reach of children.

"Niaouli, one of the three essential oils in the Melaleuca family, is the most suitable for respiratory issues due to its high content of 1,8-Cineole. Moreover, it maintains the versatility of Tea Tree Oil, making it a great addition to our family first-aid kit." - Luis Rodero, Aromatherapist, Author of Alquimia Aromática.

The Plant

Melaleuca quinquenervia has multiple uses and is widely utilized traditionally by Indigenous Australians. A mixture is made with the aromatic leaves to treat colds, headaches, and general ailments. The distilled leaf oil is also used externally for coughs, colds, neuralgia, and rheumatism. Its chemotypes nerolidol and linalool are also cultivated and distilled on a small scale for use in perfumery.

The fragrant flower also produces a dark amber honey, depending on the region. It has a strong, caramel-like taste and is not considered a high-quality honey.

Melaleuca quinquenervia is often planted as a street tree or in public parks and gardens.

The essential oil of Melaleuca quinquenervia is used in a variety of cosmetic products, especially in Australia. The oil is utilized in herbalism and natural medicine as an antiseptic and antibacterial agent, helping with bladder infections, respiratory issues, and colds. The oil has a very low risk rating (level 0) on the Cosmetic Safety Database.