Manuka Oil Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Manuka oil is the essential oil extract from manuka plants, which are native to Australia and New Zealand. To make manuka oil, liquid is extracted from the manuka leaves and twigs. Manuka oil has been used for centuries by New Zealand and Australian tribes, including the Maori people.¹

Today, the manuka plant’s oil extracts are used in aromatherapy for natural treatment of a variety of ailments.

Manuka Oil Health Uses and Health Benefits

Manuka oil has natural health benefits for disinfecting. Manuka oil can be applied topically to skin wounds, including burns and insect bites and stings. Manuka oil is also a natural antibacterial and antifungal remedy. It can help to fight off respiratory, urinary and blood infections and can also be used for fungal infections like dandruff and ringworm.²

Manuka oil can also be applied topically to skin and joints. Manuka oil’s natural anti-inflammatory properties can help alleviate arthritis symptoms and reduce fever. 

For allergies, manuka oil has natural antihistamine health benefits. Taking manuka oil can help to reduce allergic reaction symptoms such as sinus inflammation, runny nose and watery eyes.²

In aromatherapy, manuka oil is used as a relaxation aroma. Manuka oil can help reduce stress, elevate mood and fight depression. People with anxiety can also benefit from manuka oil as it provides calming relief.²

References

1. https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/manuka-essential-oil/profile
2. https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/health-benefits-of-manuka-essential-oil.html