6 Essential Oils For Fighting Allergies

For some, seasons change means flowers blooming during spring or going out all covered from top to bottom with woolen clothes in winters, right? But alas! For some, it might also mean running nose, sneezing, congestion, and other annoying symptoms. All of these are caused due to allergies. You must have tried medicines like decongestants and antihistamines, but these often carry many side effects. Essential oils are among the most famous natural remedies for allergies. These derivatives of plants have been used therapeutically for centuries. 

Which essential oils are good to get rid of allergies?

Below we have mentioned some of the best essential oils that help you fight allergies.

• Tea tree oil 

Tea tree oil consists of several compounds, like terpinene-4-ol, that can kill bacteria, viruses, and fungi. It is an antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and decongestant as well. Because of these properties, it makes an excellent natural remedy for fighting bacterial and fungal skin conditions. One precaution that should be taken care of is that it should be used topically and not ingested. 

• Lavender

Lavender has multifarious uses like treating anxiety and insomnia nausea, apart from which it also helps fight allergies. Owing to its anti-inflammatory properties, it can soothe your sinus allergy-induced inflammation by giving a calming effect. It has various medicinal properties that help get rid of allergies like itchy eyes, hives, runny noses, etc. Besides, you know, it's hard to sleep when you're allergic. Therefore, lavender helps in providing a deep, sound sleep too.

• Frankincense essential oil for allergy 

Frankincense is also referred to as olibanum. It is made from the fluid of the tree named Boswellia. Frankincense oil can ease the symptoms of bronchitis, asthma, and sinusitis. Therefore it helps to support the respiratory system. You can use it as drops in water and then inhale the steam or directly put a few drops on your hand and inbreathe it. Overall it helps in providing some relief from seasonal allergies.

• Peppermint

Peppermint oil helps in cleaning the airway and allowing you to breathe easily. It is known for reducing inflammation and fighting the sinus. You can get rid of the sinus by either diffusing or applying it with a carrier oil. It can also alleviate headaches and migraines caused by allergies. Additionally, it relieves seasonal allergies symptoms too. Because of its cooling effect, it provides relief from itching caused by insect bites and allergies.

• Eucalyptus oil 

Eucalyptus is renowned for its cooling properties that help in getting rid of allergy symptoms. It is anti-inflammatory and can help in getting rid of congestion. Additionally, the best way to get rid of spring allergy symptoms is by taking it in the form of steam. It is also a well-known natural remedy for all sorts of respiratory problems like breaking up mucus and clearing a blocked nose and your sinus.

• Lemon

It's no surprise that citrus-scented essential oils are often found in aromatherapy to increase attentiveness and energy. The lemon essential oil can help clear the sinus, reduce congestion, and cure hay fever, a common symptom of seasonal allergies. It helps in breaking mucus, all because of its mucolytic properties. But keep in mind not to apply this citrus oil directly on the skin before going out in the sun as it increases skin sensitivity and can cause blisters.

The aforementioned essential oils can serve the best if used in the right amount and the correct form. There's no second opinion in that they provide almost immediate and long-lasting relief from allergies. However, don't forget to dilute them before applying them to the skin!