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Aromatherapy: Treatment relying on the use of essential oils to promote a better quality of life. Essential oils are introduced to the body's systems through the use of inhalation, diffusion, room spritzers, massage, bathing and compresses.
Neat: Undiluted essential oil.

Safety Guidelines

All oils used on children should be diluted.

General rule of thumb for children is 1 - 3 drops of essential oil to 1 tablespoon of carrier oil. For adults, dilute 6-15 drops of oil (2-5%) to 1 tbsp of carrier oil.

Use caution using neat oils.

Some oils are have caustic properties and may irritate skin or the digestive track when applied. Neat oils should not be applied to mucous membranes or sensitive skin areas. Do not consume neat oils without properly researching the herbal safety.

Use caution using Sweet Birch or Wintergreen.

These oils should only be used by experienced herbalists due to the possibility of Salicylate Toxicity (potentially lethal complication). These oils contain Methyl Salicylate, used for pain relief and the common ingredient in items such as aspirin, pepto-bismol, pain rubs, and many OTC products.

Use caution using essential oils during pregnancy.

Some herbs are contraindicated during pregnancy and their essential oils should be avoided or used only externally. Use all herbs cautiously during pregnancy and avoid herbals/oils that have hormonal properties.

Use the following oils with caution during pregnancy: Caraway Cedarwood Chamomile Cinnamon (safe at culinary usage) Clary Sage Cypress Jasmine Juniper Lavender Marjoram Nutmeg Peppermint Rose Rosemary
Avoid these oils due to reported abortifacient properties: Davana Champaca Bark Boldo Leaf Ho Wood Mugwort Pennyroyal Parsley Seed Rue Savin Sassafrass Red Cedarwood Santolina Tarragon Thuja Tansy Wormwood Wormseed
Regarded as safe during pregnancy: Bergamot Geranium Lavender Lemon Mandarin Neroli Orange Patchouli Sandalwood Tea Tree Ylang Ylang

Allergies, epilepsy, and high blood pressure.

Individuals with allergies should test diluted oil on a small test area (crook of arm is suggested). Although no studies have proven a danger between epilepsy or high blood pressure and essential oils, it is believed that certain oils may be contraindicated in individuals so affected. The most common oils cautioned against are fennel, hyssop, and tansy.

Avoid these oils if you have a seizure disorder
Avoid these oils if you have Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
Avoid these oils if you have high blood pressure
Avoid these oils if you have kidney problems
Avoid these oils if you on anti-coagulants (blood thinners)
Do not use when consuming alcohol
These oils can cause photosensitivity (sun sensitivity)
These oils can cause allergic sensitivity (may not appear on 1st use)

Cap all oils tightly and store after use.

Always keep out of the reach of children. Call poison control and seek emergency assistance if children ingest essential oils. Some oils are light sensitive, store in light proof container and store out of direct sunlight.

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