Aromatherapy Precautions
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Do not use essential oils
without mixing them in a carrier oil. Essential oils are powerful and
may irritate the skin.
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If you are pregnant, suffer from
epilepsy or high blood pressure, you should always seek expert advice before
using any essential oils.
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Keep out of eyes and mucous
membranes. (Flush with olive oil in case of contact.)
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Use essential oils externally;
do not ingest.
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Keep essential oils away from
children.
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Essential oils are
contra-indicated during pregnancy and breast-feeding. It is strongly advised
to consult a qualified practitioner before use.
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Essential oils are highly
volatile (flammable). Use only in burners designed for this purpose.
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Oxidization and rancidity can
cause toxicity
Copyright © Tony Burfield and Sylla Sheppard-Hanger (2005) [modified from a
previous article “A Brief Safety Guidance on Essential Oils” written for IFA,
Sept 2004].
Old lavender oil may be a problem. By Martin Watt
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND HAZARDS FOR ESSENTIAL OILS
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