Eucalyptus oil

[Collie4]

I have copd and have tried to find a natural air freshener for my house. I am using eucalyptus essential oil mixed with baking soda at the moment. Does any of you know if this is safe?

I would appreciate any advice.

Thank you.

[Feelingblessed2013]

Gyms and health spas use it in steam rooms to help un-stuff you, so I think it is safe. But if you have any pets, you should check with your vet, or maybe Google it to make sure it is safe for pets.

[R2B_Michele_RRT Partner]

Collie4 you will have to find the mixture that works for you. Some people could handle that and for others it could bother their breathing,

[Collie4 in reply to R2B_Michele_RRT]

Yes, thank you for replying. I seem to be ok with eucalyptus oil. Lavender’s nice but i find that affects my chest.

[Mintuser]

Hi I use eucalyptus spray for instant disinfecting, i have a personal diluted version to spray up my nose to clear colds, i also use the oil. Yes it is safe, natural and exceptionally useful.

[Collie4 in reply to Mintuser]

Thank you.

[Jensmom]

Hi collie. I am stage 4 emphysema. I've found that cutting up apples oranges and also thyme and putting it in potpourri pot makes the house smell great and doesn't bother my breathing. Just use the peels. You can add whatever you like to suit you. It really does work well.

[Collie4 in reply to Jensmom]

Thank you, i will make a potpourri , i often use lemons , i have some essential oils like lavender but sometimes they’re a bit powerful.

[Jensmom]

I'm glad your gonna do this. It really is the easiest way to get the great smells we love without triggering an exasurbation of copd.