The respiritory system including the nose throat and lungs are prone to infections and essential oils have excellent antiseptic qualities and make very effective treatments.  Essential oils can be used through inhalation, massage or compresses on the chest.  The following essential oils are useful for the respiritory system:

General antiseptic oils: Cinnamon, Thyme, Tea tree, Eucalyptus, Pine, Camphor, Clove, Lemon, Peppermint, Niaouli and Cajeput.

To help clear mucous: Eucalyptus, Camphor, Pine, Thyme, Rosemary, Hyssop, Lemon, Myrrh, Cajeput, Benzoin.

To help coughs : Clary Sage, Hyssop, Cypress, Frankincense, Rosemary and Basil