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Sinus infections are the worst, right?
Essential oils can help.
They are natural and effective.
Want to know which ones to use?
Check out our guide to essential oils for sinus infection relief.
Let’s start feeling better!
Eucalyptus Essential Oil
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Eucalyptus essential oil is a go-to for sinus infections, thanks to its potent decongestant properties.
Add a few drops to a bowl of hot water and inhale the steam deeply for about 5-10 minutes, twice daily.
You can also diffuse it in your room.
This helps clear nasal passages and relieve sinus pressure.
Peppermint Essential Oil
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Peppermint essential oil can help ease sinus infections with its cooling menthol content that opens up airways.
Add a few drops to hot water and inhale the steam or use a diffuser in your living space, particularly at bedtime.
The menthol helps to reduce sinus congestion and provides relief from nasal blockages.
Lavender Essential Oil
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Lavender essential oil is beneficial due to its anti-inflammatory and calming properties.
Add a few drops to a diffuser and run it in your room, especially when you’re about to sleep.
You can also dilute it with a carrier oil and massage it onto your temples and neck.
This helps reduce sinus inflammation and promote relaxation.
Tea Tree Essential Oil
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Tea tree essential oil is known for its antimicrobial properties, making it effective against sinus infections.
To use, add a few drops to steaming water and inhale deeply twice daily.
Alternatively, mix it with a carrier oil and apply it around your nose and on your temples.
This assists in fighting off the infection and clearing your sinuses.
Lemon Essential Oil
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Lemon essential oil can be very helpful for sinus infections due to its high vitamin C content and immune-boosting properties.
Add a few drops to a bowl of hot water and inhale the steam or diffuse it in your room.
You can also mix it with warm water and honey and drink it.
This helps to clear nasal passages and support your immune system.
Rosemary Essential Oil
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Rosemary essential oil helps relieve sinus infections with its anti-inflammatory and decongestant properties.
Add a few drops to a bowl of hot water and inhale the steam deeply.
You can also dilute it with a carrier oil and massage it onto your chest and temples.
This helps to clear mucus and ease sinus pressure.
Frankincense Essential Oil
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Frankincense essential oil is excellent for sinus infections owing to its anti-inflammatory and calming effects.
Add a few drops to a humidifier or diffuser and use it in your room, especially at bedtime.
Dilute it with a carrier oil and apply it around your nose and on your chest.
This helps to reduce nasal inflammation and promote easier breathing.
Cinnamon Essential Oil
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Cinnamon essential oil has warming and antibacterial properties, making it useful for sinus infections.
Add a few drops to hot water and inhale the steam or mix it with carrier oil to massage onto your chest.
Use this remedy once a day.
The warmth helps to clear nasal congestion and reduce the infection.
Thyme Essential Oil
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Thyme essential oil has strong antimicrobial properties that can help fight off sinus infections.
Combine a few drops with a carrier oil and apply it around your nose and on your temples.
You can also add it to hot water for steam inhalation twice daily.
This helps to clear blocked sinuses and relieve pressure.
Oregano Essential Oil
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Oregano essential oil is known for its powerful antimicrobial effects, making it effective for sinus infections.
To use, add a few drops to hot water and inhale the steam or dilute it with a carrier oil and apply it around your nose and on your chest.
Use this remedy once a day to help clear your sinuses and fight the infection.
