Essential oils and fragrances are composed of 100% active ingredients and have high therapeutic properties. Therefore, it is advisable to follow the advice of an expert before using any essential oil, paying attention to the dosage and duration.
Other Golden Rules for Using Essential Oils
Follow the advice of an aromatherapist to ensure safe use by children, pregnant and breastfeeding women;
Do not apply essential oils to mucous membranes: ears, nose, eyes and do not swallow unless advised by a doctor;
Do not expose yourself to the sun with citrus essences and certain essential oils containing furanocoumarins;
In the bath, mix the essential oils well in advance with a neutral base (soap, shampoo, etc.). Essential oils do not mix with water;
wash hands after use;
Keep essential oils out of the reach of children and pets.
Precautions for use when applying to the skin
In case of dermal application two precautions must be taken into account:
Before applying a new essential oil, test the inner fold of the elbow to ensure there is no allergic skin reaction;
Mix essential oils with vegetable oils.
High-quality essential oils are also well-preserved essential oils
close the bottle after use;
Keep the vial away from light and heat;
Citrus flavors (lemon, orange, etc.) can be refrigerated up to 2 years after the production date;
Hydrosol also stays cool (consume up to 1 year after opening).
In case of an accident
A drop of essential oil has just fallen into the eye, or the temple is meant to be aimed too close to the eye: Rinse with vegetable oil. Water is useless!
If dermocaustic oils “burn” your skin, spray on vegetable oil.
Have you just ingested an essential oil that’s causing pain?
Do not vomit and do not drink milk. But take plant charcoal (it’s highly absorbent) and contact your nearest poison control center. Communicates the Latin name (botanical name) of the essential oil.
If you have a more serious reaction (nausea, dizziness, etc.), go to the emergency room.
