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Caution When Using Aromatherapy Essential Oils
Although aromatherapy is normally gentle and is compatible with conventional medicine, certain things must be taken into consideration when using the essential oils. It is generally safe to be use at home but below are certain things you may want to consider in using the Aromatherapy Essential Oils
1. Aromatherapy Essential Oils -- Do not drink it
Yes, it's made of plants or flowers but that does not mean you can take it internally without a doctor's or registered aromatherapist's advise. Only certain oils can be taken internally, so check with the experts first.
2. Aromatherapy Essential Oils -- Dilute it first
If you are going to use it for a massage, dilute it first using base oils. Do not apply undiluted to the skin (except lavender oil on burns and tee tree oil on insect sting). If you are using it for bath, use a sensible amount of oils (for example 5-15 drops of oil per bathtub).
3. Aromatherapy Essential Oils -- Eyes and children
Like all medicine, keep it away from your children and do not put the oils in the eyes.
4. Aromatherapy Essential Oils -- Consult a qualified practitioner
Certain people may want to consult a registered aroma therapist or a qualified practitioner. People who may need to do this are people in these condition :
- pregnant ladies
- taking homeopathic remedy
- using oil to treat infant
- have medical problems such as allergy and chronic health condition such as high blood pressure.
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