The refreshingly sweet smell of Eucalyptus was one of the first things I fell in love with in South America. We were in Peru. It was our third week on our Inca to Inuit adventure and we were taking a day hike in Huaraz. As we walked up through the hills surrounding the city I fell in love with the colour and scent of the Eucalyptus tree’s. Their pistachio coloured leaves and multicoloured barks held my attention the whole afternoon. So much so that ever since I have been on the hunt for anything vaguely eucalyptus scented to keep my love affair alive
The healing and medicinal benefits of Eucalyptus have been celebrated for hundreds of years, whether it be the Andean people using the sweet oil as a medicinal vapour in their baths or as a hand soap. Today we can find Eucalyptus oil in our everyday favourite beauty products whether it be used to perk up our morning shower or for soothing aching, tired skin.
As a natural antiseptic, stimulator and highly effective for muscular fatigue, Eucalyptus is a must have for any frequent traveller. Whether it be to perk you up after a long flight or soothe aching muscles after a day’s adventure.
Here’s my top 5 Eucalyptus musts!
Knackered Cow Relaxing Bath & Body Oil | Cowshed – £20.00
Cowshed is my favourite spa back home in London and my bathroom is bursting with Cowshed products. This hand luggage friendly sized bottle is perfect for a post-flight or long-haul bus journey pick me up. Simply dab a couple of drops on the inside of your wrist and neck and feel instantly relaxed and uplifted. It’s also great added to your everyday moisturiser for a little extra lift in the morning.
Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Luscious Long Deep Treatment – Boots | £4.99
Keeping your hair well conditioned whilst your travelling can be tough, especially when you need to keep luggage to a minimum. This speedy and compact 3-minute deep treatment is packed with a shot of Eucalyptus to leave your hair feeling fresh as well as healthy and glossy.
Liz Earle Hot Cloth Cleanser | Boots – £14.00
This has been a firm favourite of mine for many years and it’s proven itself to be a travel staple as the muslin cloth proves more space efficient than carrying around cotton wool pads.
Superbly Restorative Body Lotion | Kiehls – £30
This one is on my New York shopping wish list. Having lived off complimentary hotel moisturisers for the past four months, I’m looking forward to investing in this. Nourishing Moroccan argan oil is used as it’s base scented with Eucalyptus and orange for a refreshing and energetic lift.
Jungle Formula Pump Spray Natural – Boots – £8.99
This is the mosquito repellant we wish we had bought. Packed full of lemon eucalyptus this natural repellent is safe against sensitive skin unlike other products on the market which can leave your clothes and skin stained or aggravated.
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