The essential oil combination in Cold and Flu, creates an environment where bacteria, fungus or yeast will not survive. Cold and Flu essential oil formula: eucalyptus, tea tree and lemon, work together to break up congestion, dry excess mucous and reduce the pain and suffering of inner ear infections. Tea tree oil clears congestion, fights fungal infections, such as athlete's foot, candida, jock itch and combats cold sores and herpes outbreaks. Lemon has strong antibacterial, antifungal, anti inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Eucalyptus intensifies and strengthens the other two oils in this formula to relieve sinusitis, bronchitis, and inflammation of the iris, vaginitis, endometriosis and acne. Eucalyptus will dry up mucous and help combat inflammation and infection within the mucous membranes. Suggested Applications: Quick Inhalant - 2 drops in your palms. Cup hands over nose and inhale for 1-2 minutes. For sinus, chest and ear congestion use Steam Inhalant - Add 4 drops to 1qt. steaming hot water. Hold face safely over steam, trapping the steam with a large towel, breath in for 2-10 min. Chest rub- add 4 drops to 1/2 tsp. of lotion, apply to chest, throat & up behind ears. Use straight from the bottle for cuts and insect bites.