Inula Organic Essential Oil, 2 ml

What Is Inula Essential Oil Best For?

Inula essential oil is highly valued for its powerful action on the respiratory system, especially in cases of congestion, mucus buildup, and airway irritation.

🌿Respiratory Support
- Bronchitis (acute and chronic)
- Persistent cough (dry or productive)
- Chest congestion and excess mucus
- Sinusitis and blocked sinuses
- Stuffy or tight chest
- Asthma support (outside of acute episodes)

🌿Seasonal Allergies (Best Suited For)
- Blocked or congested nose
- Irritated airways
- Tight or restricted breathing
- Post-nasal drip with mucus

🌿Immune System Support
- Supporting the body during seasonal challenges
- Strengthening respiratory resilience

🌿Inflammation & Irritation
- -Inflamed respiratory tract
- Irritated mucous membranes
- Dry, reactive airways

🌿Emotional & Energetic Support
- Feeling of restricted breathing
- Tension in the chest
- Stress linked to shallow breathing

• Anticatarrhal - helps to remove excess mucus from the body
• Anti-inflammatory - reduces inflammation and swelling
• Antimicrobial - antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. An antimicrobial kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth
• Antispasmodic - prevents or relieves spasms
• Antitussive - prevents or relieve cough
• Decongestant - used to relieve stuffy nose
• Expectorant - promotes the removal of mucus from the lungs, bronchi, and trachea
• Immunostimulant - stimulates and strengthens the immune system
• Mucolytic - helps fluidify mucus in the lungs, making it easier to cough up
• Nervine - strengthens and tones the nerves and the nervous system
• Relaxant - promotes relaxation or reduces tension
• Tonic - refreshes, revitalizes and invigorates body functions

Only topical use.

1. Allergy Relief Chest Oil (Daily Support)

Best for: blocked nose, irritated airways, seasonal allergies

For 50 ml (1% dilution – gentle daily use):
- 50 ml Jojoba oil
- 5 drops Inula
- 10 drops Roman Chamomile
- 10 drops Lavender
- 5 drops Ravintsara

How to use:
Apply to chest, upper back, and along the collarbone morning and evening.

2. Deep Respiratory Support Oil (Stronger Blend)

Best for: chest congestion, mucus, bronchitis

For 50 ml (2% dilution – adults):
- 50 ml Jojoba oil
- 10 drops Inula
- 10 drops Eucalyptus radiata
- 10 drops Ravintsara
- 10 drops Pine

How to use:
Massage into chest and upper back 2–3 times daily.

3. Acute Congestion Steam Inhalation

Best for: blocked sinuses, tight chest, fast relief

1 drop Inula
1 drop Eucalyptus radiata

Add to a bowl of hot water and inhale for 5–7 minutes.

👉 Keep it minimal - Inula is very potent.

4. Gentle Diffuser Blend (Breathing & Air Purifying)

Best for: fresh air, light respiratory support

- 1 drop Inula
- 3 drops Lemon
- 2 drops Eucalyptus radiata
- 2 drops Lavender

Diffuse for 15–20 minutes, 1–2 times daily.

5. Sensitive Allergy Roll-On (On-the-Go Relief)

Best for: quick support during pollen exposure

For 10 ml (1% dilution):
- 10 ml Jojoba oil
- 1 drop Inula
- 2 drops Roman Chamomile
- 2 drops Lavender

How to use:
Apply lightly to chest, wrists, or inhale from pulse points.

6. Chronic Respiratory Support Blend (Long-Term Use)

Best for: sensitive lungs, recurring issues, recovery phase

For 50 ml (1.5% dilution):
- 50 ml Jojoba oil
- 7 drops Inula
- 10 drops Myrtle
- 8 drops Lavender
- 5 drops Ravintsara

How to use:
Apply once or twice daily over a longer period.

- Use consistently, not just when symptoms peak
- Apply to chest + upper back (lungs, not just front)
- Combine with short inhalation sessions for faster results

4. Energetic & Traditional Insight

Inula has always been associated with clearing - not just mucus, but stagnation.

- Opens the breath
- Releases heaviness in the chest
- Supports emotional “holding” in the lungs

It’s an oil of liberation through breath.

If this oil or blend is safe to Diffuse, it will be checked for Dog, Cat, or both underneath:

General Guidelines for Diffusing Around Pets:

1. Diffusion Time: Limit diffusing sessions to 15-20 minutes.
2. When trying a new essential oil, use 1-2 drops (in the diffuser) and observe how your dog or cat reacts.
3. Ventilation: Keep the area well-ventilated.
4. Observation: Always monitor pets for any signs of distress when diffusing essential oils.

Botanical name: Inula graveolens syn Dittrichia graveolens
Botanical family: Asteraceae
Part of the plant used: Flowering tops,
Geographic origin: Morocco,
Chemotype: Bornyl acetate, Borneol,
Method of production: Steam distillation process,

EcoCert Cosmos Organic
Organic Agriculture

Inula Graveolens Flower Oil*, Limonene**, Linalool**.

*Ingredient from organic farming.
**Naturally occurring components of essential oils.
100% of the total ingredients are from organic farming.

• Allergies
• Immune system

• Asthma
• Bronchitis
• Colds & Flu
• Coughing
• Hay fever
• Sinusitis
• Sore throat
• Stuffy nose
• Whooping cough

Inula essential oil has a strong, penetrating action on the respiratory system. When blended with complementary oils, its effects become more balanced, targeted, and easier to work with.

Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora ct. cineole)

Ravintsara strengthens the antiviral and immune-supportive aspect of Inula.
While Inula clears mucus and opens the lungs, Ravintsara helps the body respond to infections and supports overall respiratory resilience.

👉 Ideal for: seasonal illness and weakened immunity

Eucalyptus radiata

Eucalyptus radiata enhances the decongestant and airway-opening effect of Inula, but in a gentler way than Eucalyptus globulus.
It helps improve breathing comfort while keeping the blend suitable for more sensitive individuals.

👉 Ideal for: blocked nose, sinus congestion, easier breathing

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

Lavender brings balance and calm to the intensity of Inula.
It reduces irritation, soothes inflamed tissues, and supports the nervous system—especially when breathing discomfort creates tension or anxiety.

👉 Ideal for: irritated airways + calming the breath

Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile)

Roman chamomile complements Inula by targeting the allergic and hypersensitive response.
While Inula works on mucus and congestion, chamomile helps calm the body's overreaction.

👉 Ideal for: seasonal allergies and reactive airways

Myrtle (Myrtus communis)

Myrtle adds a gentle regulatory effect on the respiratory system, especially for chronic conditions.
It supports both clearing mucus and toning the lungs without being too aggressive.

👉 Ideal for: long-term respiratory support and sensitive lungs

Pine (Pinus sylvestris)

Pine brings a fresh, energising and tonic effect to the lungs.
It supports oxygenation, stimulates the respiratory system, and complements Inula’s clearing action with a more invigorating quality.

👉 Ideal for: fatigue, weak lungs, sluggish breathing

Lemon (Citrus limon)

Lemon adds a light, cleansing and uplifting note.
It supports immune function, purifies the air, and helps “lift” the heavier aroma and action of Inula.

👉 Ideal for: diffusion, freshness, and immune support

Inula is the deep worker in a blend.

These oils either:
- Support (Ravintsara, Lemon)
- Open and enhance (Eucalyptus, Pine)
- Soothe and balance (Lavender, Roman chamomile, Myrtle)

👉 That’s why the combination works so well - it covers clearing, calming, and strengthening in one formula.

Do not use on children under 7 years of age, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or people with epilepsy.
Do not swallow.
Do not expose yourself to the sun for 12 hours after application (risk of photosensitivity depending on the essential oils).
Discontinue use if a skin reaction occurs.

Keep the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dark place.
Blue glass bottle with a dropper cap, 2 ml.

🌿Ancient Origins

The use of Inula dates back to ancient Greece and Rome, where it was highly valued as a medicinal plant. It was often associated with healing and protection, and in Greek tradition, it was linked to Heraclea, a figure connected to health and restoration.

The plant was believed to:
- Protect against illness
- Support the lungs and digestion
- Strengthen the body during weakness

It was commonly used in the form of herbal preparations, especially from the roots and flowering parts.

🌿Traditional Herbal Use

Across Europe and parts of Asia, Inula became known as a respiratory remedy.

Herbalists traditionally used it to:
- Clear mucus from the lungs
- Calm persistent coughs
- Support breathing during illness

It was particularly valued in rural medicine, where it grew easily in harsh, dry soils—a reflection of its strong, resilient nature.

🌿From Herb to Essential Oil

The essential oil of Inula is a more recent development, made possible through steam distillation of the flowering tops.

This process concentrates the plant’s active compounds - especially:
- Bornyl acetate
- Borneol

These compounds are responsible for its deep action on the respiratory system, which aligns closely with its traditional herbal uses.

🌿Modern Aromatherapy

Today, Inula essential oil is considered a specialist oil in aromatherapy.

It is not widely used like lavender or eucalyptus, but among practitioners, it is highly respected for:
- Respiratory congestion
- Bronchial irritation
- Seasonal breathing difficulties

Its reputation has evolved from a general medicinal herb to a targeted therapeutic oil for the lungs.

🌿A Plant of Strength and Resilience

Inula grows in poor, dry soils and harsh climates - yet produces powerful medicinal compounds.

This reflects its traditional symbolism:
A plant that brings strength, clears what is blocked, and restores flow - especially in the breath.

2 ml