Eucalyptus radiata (Eucalyptus radiata)
• Active Compounds: 1,8-Cineole (Eucalyptol), α-pinene
• Mechanism:
– Increases mucociliary clearance, loosening thick mucus and
improving expectoration.

– Inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX-2), reducing inflammation in the
respiratory epithelium.

– Exhibits antimicrobial effects against Streptococcus pneumo-
niae and Haemophilus influenzae.

• Effect: Opens airways, clears mucus, and reduces cough-inducing
inflammation.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
• Active Compounds: Menthol, menthone
• Mechanism:
– Activates TRPM8 cold receptors, creating cooling sensation
and local vasodilation.
– Acts as a bronchodilator, reducing airway constriction.
– Mild analgesic effect on pleural and intercostal muscles due to
menthol’s action on pain receptors.
• Effect: Relieves cough, opens nasal passages, calms chest
discomfort.
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
• Active Compounds: Linalool, linalyl acetate
• Mechanism:
– Modulates parasympathetic tone, calming reactive airways.
– Reduces cough reflex sensitivity and anxiety-related breathing
tension.

– Mild antimicrobial effect and bronchiolar relaxation.
• Effect: Soothes nervous-related chest tightness, supports
breathing ease.
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris ct. thymol)
• Active Compounds: Thymol, carvacrol
• Mechanism:
– Strong antibacterial and antiviral agent against URT pathogens.
– Stimulates immune cells (e.g., macrophages) and enhances
mucosal defense.
– Thymol acts as a mucolytic, breaking down sticky mucus in the
bronchi.
• Effect: Clears infection, stimulates immunity, and loosens chest
congestion.
Frankincense (Boswellia carterii)
• Active Compounds: α-pinene, incensole acetate
• Mechanism:
– Reduces leukotriene-mediated inflammation in airway tissues.
– Supports immune modulation and repair of inflamed bronchial
epithelium.
– Mild anxiolytic and calming for shallow breathing from tension.

• Effect: Reduces bronchial inflammation and promotes respiratory
tissue healing.
Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens)
• Active Compounds: Methyl salicylate
• Mechanism:
– Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis via COX inhibition.
– Provides local analgesia to chest muscles strained from
coughing.
– Enhances circulation to chest and back for lymphatic flow and
faster recovery.
• Effect: Eases muscular pain, inflammation, and supports chest
wall relaxation.
Note: Use in low concentrations only (which this roll-on blend
ensures)
Grapeseed Oil (Carrier)
• High in linoleic acid and vitamin E, promoting skin absorption and
reducing transdermal irritation.
• Enhances penetration of active compounds into subcutaneous
tissue.
• Lightweight, non-comedogenic, and safe for respiratory-sensitive
individuals.

MCT Oil (Carrier)
• Composed of medium-chain triglycerides (caprylic/capric acid).
• Functions as a rapid transdermal carrier, improving delivery of
essential oil molecules to lymphatic and vascular beds.
• Mild antimicrobial and supportive to skin barrier integrity.

Summary of Clinical Actions