What is sinusitis?
Sinusitis is characterized by inflammation of the sinus cavities. It is often the result of a badly treated nasopharyngitis and it is, in general, viral. However, to limit any risk of bacterial superinfection of the nasal cavitiesantibiotics are sometimes prescribed.
Which essential oil to unclog sinuses?
Different essential oils can be used to relieve sinusitis. Here are the ones recommended by Didier Pesoni, pharmacist specializing in aromatherapy and author of Essential oils, the magEditions Terres d’essence”:
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THE essential oils which relieve the sinusitis have properties thinning to get rid of mucus, decongestant et disinfectants against viruses and bacteria.
Eucalyptus essential oil to clear the nose
“Eucalyptus radiata essential oil can be recognized by its ‘real’ good smell of eucalyptus, it is soft, sweet, pleasantexplains Didier Pesoni. It is the reference remedy for pathologies with mucus such as stuffy nose, sinusitis. »
To relieve the sinusitis, eucalyptus radiata essential oil can be used in a variety of ways.
- Orally : “Place 2 drops of eucalyptus essential oil on a neutral tablet or in a teaspoon of honey and take 3 to 4 times a day, advise the pharmacist. In children, the dosage is one drop 3 to 4 times a day. »
- Dermal : “apply, 3 times a day, 5 drops of eucalyptus essential oil to the affected sinusesrecommends Didier Pesoni. It can be used from the age of 7 at the rate of 1 to 5 drops diluted in 1 to 2 pressures of vegetable oil per drop of essential oil. »
Good to know : the essential oil of eucalyptus disbarred is contraindicated for pregnant women, infants under 30 months, people with epilepsy and those suffering from asthma. As a precaution, before first use, a skin test must be carried out.
Red myrtle essential oil, to eliminate mucus
It is effective in case of sinusitis because she is fluidifying and decongesting. Other interest: “It is very popular with children by mouth, from 7 years old, and in massage from 30 months”, says the pharmacist.
- Orally : “place 2 drops of essential oil of red myrtle on a neutral tablet or in a teaspoon of honey, 3 to 4 times a day, details Didier Pesoni. In children from 7 years old, the dosage is a single drop 3 to 4 times a day. »
- Dermal : “You can mix 3 drops of essential oil of eucalyptus radiata and 3 drops of essential oil of red myrtle in pure application on the sinuses 3 times a day, suggests the pharmacist. In children from 7 years old, dilute 1 to 5 drops of essential oil of red myrtle in 1 to 2 pressures of vegetable oil per drop of essential oil and apply to the sinuses 3 times a day. »
Good to know : red myrtle essential oil is not recommended for pregnant women and nursing mothers, as well as infants under 30 months, people with epilepsy and asthma.
Compact oregano essential oil, a powerful anti-infective
Compact oregano essential oil is a powerful anti-infective reserved for adults.
It is used for acute sinusitis, orally. “Place 1 drop of compact oregano essential oil and 1 drop of rosemary 1.8 cineole essential oil on a neutral tablet. Take 4 times a day for 7 days »advises Didier Pesoni.
Good to know : compact oregano essential oil is contraindicated for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, children under 30 months and not recommended for children under 7, people suffering from epilepsy and asthma. It is also not recommended orally for people suffering from gastritisd’ulcerirritable bowel, Crohn’s disease,severe liver failure. Its use by cutaneous way and in diffusion is to be avoided.
Ravintsara essential oil, a good antiviral
“Ravintsara essential oil has exceptional antiviral propertiessays Didier Pesoni. But, be careful, it should not be confused with the essential oil of ravensare or ravensara aromatica. When buying, you must therefore check that it is specified “cinnamomum camphora”, as well as Madagascar origin and 1.8 cineole! »
Orally : “Place 1 drop of ravintsara essential oil and 1 drop of eucalyptus essential oil on a neutral tablet or in a teaspoon of honey and take 3 to 4 times a day”, indicates the pharmacist.
Good to know : Ravintsara essential oil is contraindicated in pregnant women, nursing mothers, infants under 30 months, people with epilepsy or asthma.
Perennial savory essential oil for acute sinusitis
Perennial savory essential oil is a effective anti-infective on viruses and bacteria.
Orally and only in adults : “Place 1 drop of perennial savory essential oil and 1 drop of eucalyptus essential oil on a neutral tablet and take 4 times a day for 7 days”, says Didier Pesoni.
Good to know : perennial savory essential oil is contraindicated for pregnant women and nursing mothers, infants under 30 months, people suffering from epilepsy or asthma. Orally, it is also not recommended for people suffering from gastritis, ulcer, irritable bowel, Crohn’s disease, liver failure. It is also best not to use it for diffusion or for children under 7 years old.
Which essential oil for sinusitis in inhalation?
Only some of the aforementioned essential oils can be used in inhalation. Here’s which ones and how to use them properly.
Eucalyptus essential oil is used in wet inhalation. “Pour 2 drops of eucalyptus essential oil into a bowl of lukewarm water and inhale 3 times a day”, advise the pharmacist.
You can also do inhalations with a mixture of two essential oils: radiate eucalyptus and red myrtle. “Pour into a bowl of lukewarm water 1 drop of eucalyptus essential oil and a drop of red myrtle essential oil and perform inhalations 3 times a day”, explains Didier Pesoni. Or HE of radiated eucalyptus and HE of ravintsara: “Pour 2 drops of ravintsara essential oil and 2 drops of radiant eucalyptus essential oil into a bowl of lukewarm water and inhale 3 to 4 times a day”suggests the pharmacist.