Eucalyptus Oil  one of the ingredients in Indian Ayurveda works for cold, sinus, migraine, and cough. Using Eucalyptus Essential Oil for sleep is also a good remedy for insomnia. It even works as a bug repellant, antiseptic, for aromatherapy, and treating irregular sleep patterns. A great source of antioxidants, Eucalyptus is very rich in flavonoids (a kind of antioxidant), which are believed to shield your body from free radical damage and oxidative stress. Some of the main flavonoids found in eucalyptus oil include catechins, luteolin, phloretin, quercetin et cetera. And with so much goodness, comes tons of health benefits as well. In case you wish to know more, the following is a detailed overview of its health benefits. 

• Helps in respiratory problems - Over-the-counter medications and head-ache balms contain almost 1-1.2% eucalyptus oil, which is long trusted as a cough and related symptoms suppressor. Inhaling this essential oil via a diffuser or steamer also helps in clearing congested mucus, which further alleviates cold and nasal irritation. In fact, if studies are to be believed, eucalyptus oil also soothes asthma risks and treats sinusitis, if used regularly in proper dosage. 
• Aromatherapy - Using this oil in a diffuser further helps as a therapeutic energizer. It effectively relieves mental exhaustion due to lifestyle stress by boosting blood circulation, thus helping in reinvigorating your mind, soul, and body. Due to these psychologically calming benefits, eucalyptus oil is hence a great remedy for insomnia and irregular sleep patterns. 
• Antimicrobial - Suspended particles of eucalyptus oil (from the diffuser) in the air kill microbes, invisible toxins, growing mold, and even breeding mosquito larvae. You can also dilute the oil with some water, and spray the mixture in the air to immediately get rid of odor, inflammatory substances, and humidity. It is also antiseptic, which provides it great anti-inflammatory properties to heal wounds, cuts, bruises, and joint pain. 

How to Use Eucalyptus Essential Oil? 

• Aromatherapy - Add a few drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil to a steamer/diffuser or humidifier and let the oil do its magic. Within a few minutes, you will feel the air getting lighter and more breathable. Using it regularly in the living area of your home helps in reducing work/life anxiety and stress, providing you with a calmer environment to live in. 
• Cotton dabs - Dabbing 1-3 drops on a cotton ball and keeping these in window panes, room corners, behind the washbasin faucets helps get rid of breeding bacteria, which can cause illnesses if left unremoved. Rubbing a few drops on your temples and wrists can also protect you against uneasiness, blackouts, vomiting, and budding anxiety.