Olbas Oil


Olbas Oil is a remedy, of Swiss origin, for congestion in the chest and nose, some hayfever relief and also for muscle ache via massage. It is made from a mixture of several different essential oils and has been marketed since before 1916. The name is a contraction of Oleum Basileum, "oil from Basel".

Risk of eye injury

Olbas Oil's packaging is similar to that of eye drops, with the result that people occasionally administer it onto their eyes in error, causing injury.
The introduction of Olbas Oil into a child's eye contrary to the product's instructions for use, was noted to result in a range of adverse effects including corneal scarring.

Available as

There are several trademarked olbas oil products available
Active ingredients are listed as;