Essential Oil Safety
Always keep the safe amount-per-day guidelines in mind.
Avoid applying oils in the nose, ears, or close to the eyes.
Dilution helps you avoid sensitivity with essential oils, and is particularly helpful for young or small children, or those with sensitive skin.
Make sure to store essential oils out of the reach of children. This will help prevent accidental ingestion.
When storing essential oils, you’ll also want to keep the oils away from excessive light or heat, because this can alter the chemical properties of the essential oil significantly.
Always use glass, stainless steel, or PET plastic when using oils.
Apply a small amount of oil to your skin to test for a skin reaction before using. Should you have irritation, redness, itching, or burning, apply a carrier oil (coconut oil, olive oil, or a natural vegetable based oil) to the area. To dilute essential oil DO NOT use water!!
Citrus oils can cause photosensitivity. Do not apply to exposed skin prior to being in the sun. Allow 12 hours after application before exposing skin to sunlight.
It is important to remember that therapeutic grade essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts and should be used with reasonable care. Typical application is 1 drop or less for most applications. Please consult a physician when using with medications or if you have any health concerns.
To improve absorption, slow evaporation, prevent skin sensitivity, and allow for the distribution of oils over a greater area it is recommended to use carrier oil with all oils.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Federal Drug Administration. The FDA does not regulate the essential oil industry. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
Consult your physician if you have any concerns.