Essential Oils for Ear Infections

Basil

Basil supports healthy immune function, blood flow, and gastrointestinal health. Basil’s main chemical components are linalool, which is used as a soothing property; bergamontene, which is used for antioxidant support; and 1,8 Cineole which is used for its cleansing properties and benefiting skin health.

Tea Tree

Tea tree is a great oil to use because of its topical cleansing, rejuvenating, and purifying properties. The chemical makeup of Tea tree proves why the oil is so useful topically for cleansing. The main chemical constituents of Melaleuca are terpinen-4-ol, gamma-terpinene, and alpha-terpinene. Their main benefits are for relaxing, cleansing and soothing. Tea tree oil also contains 1,8 Cineole as mentioned above with Basil.

Lavender

Whether you are trying to soothe skin irritation or merely nourish delicate skin, there are many uses of Lavender essential oil for skin. The soothing properties of Lavender essential oil have made it a popular option for skincare products. Lavender falls under the chemical compound group known as esters, which are characterized for their calming properties. The main chemical components of Lavender oil are Linalool and linalyl acetate.

Use a cotton ball first inside the ear to soak up any excess water or fluids and then apply basil, lavender and melaleuca (tea tree) oils to help it drain and function properly. Please remember, essential oils should not be dropped inside of the ear. Instead, apply the oil in the front and back of the ears. (Think, sideburn area and the bump behind your ear). You can also take a cotton ball and put a few drops of oil on it and place that inside of the ear, or take a cotton Q-Tip, place a drop of essential oil on it and lightly brushing slightly inside the ear.

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