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    Home » Lifestyle » Healthy Living » Essential Oils

    Here's How to Use Essential Oils for Fever

    Published: Jul 6, 2017 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Jul 28, 2022 · 877 words. · About 5 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

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    Essential Oils for Fever can be a great natural alternative when you aren't feeling your best. Here is what you need to know about how to use them safely for those times that you are suffering from minor illness and need relief to rest.

    Essential Oils for Fever can be a great natural alternative when you aren't feeling your best. Here is what you need to know to use essential oils for fever and cold.

    Essential Oils for Fever Can Help You Feel Better Quick!

    What is a Fever?

    A fever is an increase in body temperature that is usually caused by the body’s attempt to fight infection or an injury. Normal body temperature is 98.6F, and 99.5F is typically considered having a fever.

    You should always treat a fever in an infant as serious. From a few months to a few years old it is generally recommended that you not treat a fever under 100.2F unless there is severe discomfort.

    In adults, it is ok to let a fever run its course as long as it is under 101 degrees F.  A fever is the body's natural reaction to fend of germs.

    Note: If a fever lasts more than 24 hours or reaches 103 degrees seek medical attention. Make sure you call the doctor if a fever in an infant between 3 and 6 months reaches 101.  (The only oil I would recommend for a child under 6 months is one drop of very well diluted lavender oil.)  Do not use peppermint essential oil in children under six years of age or eucalyptus essential oil in children under ten years of age.

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    Please note: The information provided below is a compilation of suggestions made by those that have used essential oils and has NOT been scientifically verified with clinical tests nor reviewed by medical experts. It is anecdotal information and should be treated as such. For serious medical concerns, please seek professional medical attention.

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    Essential Oils for Fever

    The most effective essential oils for fever are:

    (Links are to the exact oils I recommend!)

    • Eucalyptus
    • Lemon 
    • Peppermint - my pick for the best essential oil for fever
    • Basil
    • Black Pepper
    • Clove
    • Frankincense
    • Lavender
    • Lime
    • Tea Tree
    • Rosemary

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    Suggested Ways to Use Essential Oils to Treat A Fever

    Essential Oils for Fever in Adults and Older Children (Over 10)

    Ingredients
    • 2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
    • 2 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
    • 1 teaspoon carrier oil
    Directions

    Mix peppermint, eucalyptus and carrier oil in a small dish.

    Apply to the forehead, back of the neck, tips of ears and bottoms of feet. Reapply every 15 minutes until the fever goes down.

    Eucalyptus should not be used in children under 10. Peppermint should not be used in children under 6.

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    Essential Oils for Fever in Babies and Small Children

    Ingredients
    • 3 drops lavender
    • 3 drops lemon
    • 1-ounce carrier oil
    Directions

    Combine lavender, lemon and carrier oil in a small dish.

    Apply to the spine and bottom of the feet.

    SAFTEY NOTE:
    On babies and small children, it is important that they not touch areas where oils are applied and then rub their eyes. Always dilute to a ratio of 6 drops of essential oil to 1 ounce of carrier oil for babies and children.

    How Do You Get a Fever to Break Using Essential Oils for Fever?

    • Compress - A tepid compress with Peppermint and eucalyptus may be used for adults and children over ten.  Omit eucalyptus in children between the ages of six and ten.
    • Sponge Bath - Try to bring the fever down by sponging the body with cool water. Add eucalyptus, peppermint, chamomile or lavender to a basin of cool water and sponge the body.
    • Induce Sweating - Basil may be diluted and used on the feet and spine to induce sweating. (Your body heat will dry your sweat which can be effective at bringing down a fever.)
    • Control Infection - To control infection, apply 1 drop each of cinnamon, lemon, eucalyptus, clove and tea tree diluted in a tablespoon of carrier oil to the bottom of the feet 4 times daily.
    • Prevent Spreading - Spray the room with thyme linalol and tea tree to help keep germs from spreading.

    If you have ever used essential oils to reduce fever, I would love to know your favorite essential oil for fever.  Leave a comment below!

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    1. CG

      December 28, 2017 at 7:13 am

      Thank you, this was very helpful this night, my daughter's fever dropped almost immediately...

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        December 28, 2017 at 11:45 am

        I am so glad to hear she is doing better. My best to you and your daughter.

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        • Melody Lindsey

          June 18, 2019 at 3:23 pm

          All I have is eucalyptus radiata...us that ok?

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          • Wendy Polisi

            June 20, 2019 at 2:55 pm

            Yes, you can use that.

            Reply
      • Dee

        January 19, 2020 at 4:45 am

        What did you use and how old is she?

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    2. Melissa

      February 08, 2018 at 9:00 am

      Recommendations for my almost-5-year old daughter?

      Reply
    3. Naz

      March 14, 2018 at 3:58 am

      So I landed on your blog looking for peppermint oil as a fever reducer but You say its not reccomended fir kids under sux years of age, my sons fevwr goes upto 104.5 and gets febrile seizures please tell me if I can use peppermint oil on him to reduce his fever hes 3.5 years old, please do rwply me its a request

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      • Wendy Polisi

        March 14, 2018 at 8:25 am

        No, I wouldn't use peppermint oil for a 3 1/2 year old. If his fever is that high I would take him to the doctor.

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    4. Alpana K Zemase

      March 18, 2018 at 4:57 pm

      Thank u so much. I used your mentioned peppermint oil remedyfor my husband. He was having 39 deg celcius fever. Applied oil on feet n neck. Fever went down. He cud atleast sleep that night n me too. This oil works wonders. Thank u once again.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        March 20, 2018 at 12:50 pm

        So glad it help for him! I hope he is on the mend.

        Reply
    5. Bella Hardy @ Healthnerdy

      June 22, 2018 at 5:30 pm

      For me, lavender oil is unique, it is the most resourceful amongst essential oils!

      Reply
      • Robin Hamilton @Wellness Wires

        September 28, 2018 at 10:15 am

        Ye, I love lavender too! Lavender helps with sleep, head and neck tension, stomach issues or motion sickness, is calming, supports skin health and more.

        Reply
    6. Brenda Rivet

      August 19, 2018 at 12:36 pm

      I love your site! You answered the question then continued to offer more that I didn’t know I needed!! Peppermint and lavender was what I was suffusing. I had surgery and the fever is normal but my oils are always handy! Thanks for the helpful information. I was on the right track!! God Bless!

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      • Wendy Polisi

        August 22, 2018 at 1:39 pm

        Feel better soon! So glad you are enjoying the website.

        Reply
    7. Cruz

      December 09, 2018 at 11:03 am

      Hi. The information here confirms what I've known, and it also mentions to not use certain oils on children under 10, etc with no explanation as to reasonings of such claim. If possible, please elaborate the reasons not to use those oils on toddlers up to 10 years old? Thank you

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      • Wendy Polisi

        December 09, 2018 at 12:34 pm

        You have to be VERY careful using oils on small children! Their skin is much more delicate than ours and even when you dilute it you can burn them. I burned my daughter using DigestZen (It has peppermint which is a "hot" oil) very well diluted when she was a toddler. That was when I got more serious about essential oil safety. Eucalyptus is a fabulous oil, but it has been linked to breathing issues in children under 10. Although many young children could probably be exposed to it with no issues, it isn't worth the risk given that there are other oils that can accomplish the same thing.

        Reply
    8. Jessica @FitnessEquipmentsLab

      April 12, 2019 at 4:40 pm

      Hello Wendy, my favorite is lemon.

      Reply
    9. Beverly Milley

      April 14, 2019 at 11:31 pm

      Thank you for the information on bri g down a fever.. i have upper respiatory infection. Suffering 3 days. Tring this now.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        April 15, 2019 at 12:54 pm

        Feel better!

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    10. Sherry

      July 21, 2019 at 2:31 pm

      Firstly I was sceptical that essential oils can help in fever, but Did try yours tips and they really works. Thanks for you tips my live is easier now 🙂

      Reply
    11. Cynthia

      October 19, 2019 at 8:58 pm

      How often can you apply the lavender, lemon and carrier mixture to a six year old child?

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        October 19, 2019 at 9:10 pm

        I would do every two hours, but if needed lavender every hour. Just remember to dilute!

        Reply
    12. Cynthia

      October 20, 2019 at 12:11 am

      Thank you!!

      Reply
    13. Paul @Diet Blog Pro

      October 26, 2019 at 7:37 am

      Thank you so much. I used your mentioned peppermint oil remedy.
      i was having 36 deg celcius fever. i applied oil. Fever went down. thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        October 26, 2019 at 11:17 am

        So glad that it helped!

        Reply
    14. Jody Knott

      March 28, 2020 at 9:19 pm

      What oils do I use for a 3 year old that has a fever and cough?

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        March 29, 2020 at 11:39 am

        I am not a big fan of using a lot of oils when they are very little. I would stick to lavender and lemon, well diluted.

        Reply
    15. Connie Schreiber

      February 12, 2021 at 10:17 pm

      can you use a roller to make a fever drop I really like use a roller no mess then and you don't have to stop to make it.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        February 13, 2021 at 2:13 pm

        Yes, you could do that. I believe I have a recipe in my opt in ebook if you have that.

        Reply

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