*Don't use undiluted oils on the skin, dilute with vegetable oil. There are a very few exceptions to this rule, for example non-irritating oils like Lavender or Tea Tree oils undiluted on burns, insect bites, pimples and other minor skin eruptions so long as you do not have sensitive skin.
*Skin test essential oil for sensitivity. Many people who are sensitive or allergic to say synthetic fragrances will not be sensitive to natural oils. Perform a patch test with a 2% dilution (with a pure vegetable oil) in the crook of the arm; 12 hours will be ample time to check for a reaction. If redness or irritation occurs try a weaker dilution (1%) or try alternative oil.
*To test if a client is allergic to an essential oil, place a drop near their armpit and wait a minute (If it turns red wash the area right away).
*Do not put essential oils in any orifices, eyes or open wounds.
*Ingestion is not recommended for Aromatherapy.
*Only mix essential oils in a well-ventilated room and for short periods.
*Do not place essential oil bottles on any polished or plastic surfaces as they may react with them, do not store in plastic bottles, even when dilute in carrier oils.
*Take great care when using, burners, candles, and other things. They are used safely and the risk of fire is reduced, as Essential oils are extremely flammable.
*Do not put drops of essential oil into a candle before or after you light it (I did it)!
*Use extreme caution when using oils with children and give children only the gentlest oils at extremely low doses.
*The safest and most recommended course of action that you can take if you’d like to implement aromatherapy into your pregnancy is to seek out the in-person guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner in your area.
*Mineral oil actually acts as a barrier to the skin and therefore restricts the absorption of essential oils.
*Check with a doctor if the client has any problems (High blood pressure, Cancer, Epilepsy and any other problem you may have concerns about).
*Citrus oils are mildly photosensitizing and should not be used prior to sunbathing or using a sun bed.
*Do not apply essential oils to the skin without first diluting them in carrier oil.
*Be sure to also read the safety data for the essential oils you choose to use.
*Droppers with rubber bulbs should not be kept with the essential oil bottle as the highly concentrated oil can turn the rubber bulb into gum.
*Avoid using stimulating essential oils early in the evening and at nighttime.
*There are hazardous essential oils that should not be used without a doctors knowing of (Please consult your Aromatherapist for the up to date list). |
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