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Precautions When Using Essential Oils
Precautions
Pure essential oils are highly concentrated and must be used with care, paying
particular attention to the following recommendations:
- Don't use undiluted on the skin
- Don't take internally
- Don't exceed the stated dose
- Keep out of children's reach
- Keep away from eyes
- Always consult your GP on cases of illnesses
- If pregnant or epileptic seek medical advice
- Don't use in conjunction with homeopathic remedies without advice.
- Store in cool, dark conditions
- Keep cap tightly closed
- Oils to avoid
- Pregnancy: Aniseed, Basil, Camphor, Clary Sage, Clove, Hyssop, Juniper, Marjoram,
Myrr, Sage, Thyme.
- Epilepsy: Camphor, Sweet Fennel, Hyssop, Sage.
- High Blood Pressure: Hyssop, Sage, Thyme.
- Prior to exposure to sunshine: Citrus Oils, Allspice Berry, Angelica Root,
- With Alcohol: Clary Sage.
Babies and children
Babies and children can greatly benefit from the use of essential oils but care
should be taken to use the oils in greater dilution. For older children use
half the adult dosage and for babies and children under five use only one drop.
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