Aromatherapy Safety Tips
Aromatherapy is a great way to heal the body and find ease. However there are safety precautions to take when using essential oils(EO). Just because EO are natural doesn't mean they are harmless. EO are extremely concentrated and have a potent effect on the body. Here are some tips to avoid using aromatherapy incorrectly.
NEVER Ingest Essential oils: This isn't a safe practice due to the different chemical compounds in EO.
Diffuse intermittently, No more than 60 minutes.
Keep EO out of reach of infants and pets.
WE MUST DILUTE: Always dilute eo with carrier oils when applying to skin. Applying EO without carrier oils can cause Itching, Chemical burning, Pigmentation changes, Headaches, Nausea, Redness, Rashes and Blistering.
Use EXTREME caution when using during pregnancy: Some EO can cause issues and are dangerous to pregnancy due to abortifacient properties (Causing miscarriage or preterm labor) Others there is not enough research to risk using them during pregnancy.
Ajowan
Almond, Bitter
Arnica
Anise
Basil
Bay
Bay Laurel
Birch, Sweet
Boldo Leaf
Broom, Spanish
Calamus
Cedarwood
Camphor, Brown
Clary Sage
Clove
Cypress
Davana
Deer tongue
Elemi
Geranium
Garlic
Holy Basil
Horseradish
Jaborandi
Jasmine
Juniper
Kanuka
Lavedin
Linden Blossom
Marjoram
Melilotus
May Chang
Mugwort
Mustard
Myrrh
Nutmeg
Oakmoss
Onion
Oregano
Parsley
Pennyroyal
Palo Santo
Peppermint
Peru Balsam
Ravensara
Rose
Rue
Rosemary
Saro
Sage
Sassafras
Sage, Dalmation
Spanish Sage
Star Anise
Tansy
Tansy (Blue)
Thuja
Thyme
Wintergreen
Wormseed
Wormwood
Yarrow
6. Do not rub EO ON Mucous Membranes: Eyes, eyelids, nasal passages genitalia & mouth
7. I can't stress enough always, always, ALWAYS wash your hands after using essential oils.
8. Less is more! You will be surprised at how you can achieve a benefit from essential oils with just a few drops added to your regimens and blends.
