Trim stray branches away with scissors or pruning shears, so the stem is smooth and bare. This will make hanging the eucalyptus easier. Popular grocery chains like Walmart, Publix, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and Kroger sell fresh eucalyptus leaves in store.
Try not to roll or hammer too hard as you don’t want to break the leaves apart. You’ll notice that the eucalyptus fragrance is stronger now. That’s because you’ve helped release all those natural healing oils. If you don’t have a rolling pin or hammer, press the leaves out with a wine bottle or other cylindrical container.
If you have a handheld shower head, try hanging the eucalyptus on or over the head’s faucet. [6] X Research source If you have a fixed shower head, try draping the eucalyptus over the top of the head. If you have a waterfall shower head, try hanging the eucalyptus on the head’s wall extension or on a shower hook. If you have a shower caddy under your shower head, try tying the eucalyptus to the outer or inner pole away from the water stream.
If you stop smelling the eucalyptus before 3 weeks, consider replacing it sooner.
Some people suggest that the hanging bundle method doesn’t release enough of the eucalyptus oils fast enough, so they’ll use this method instead.
This trick can also help you in a pinch if you crave that soothing smell, but your eucalyptus branches have dried out.
Preheat an oven to 325 °F (163 °C). Add 1 c (128 g) of baking soda and 1/3 c (2. 7 oz) of water to a mixing bowl. Mix the baking soda and water until a thick paste forms. Fill 4 cupcake liners with the paste and place in a cupcake baking tin. Put the filled tin in the oven for 15 minutes. Take the tin out of the oven and put 25 drops of eucalyptus essential oil (or a combination of oils) on top of the semi-dry paste. Place the tin in the fridge for 30 minutes or until the molds are set. Peel the cupcake liners away from the molds gently. Store leftover pods in an airtight container or wrap individually in plastic wrap.
