Essential Oil Safety
READ OIL LABEL there are oils for external use only, but never put oils in nose, inner ear, eyes, or sensitive areas (unless otherwise specified by an essential oil specialist).
DILUTION RATIO
| Babies | 1 drop to 1 Tablespoon | 0.3% |
| Children | 1 drop to 1 Teaspoon | 1.0% |
| Adults | 3-6 drops to 1 Teaspoon | 2.0-4.0% |
| Elderly/Adult-Sensitive Skin | start small with carrier oil | 0.3-1.0% |
Some oils can be applied neat (without a carrier oil)
SUN CARE (photosensitive oils) avoid the sun 12 -24 hours after application use. Blends - AromaTouch & doTERRA: Breath, Cheer, Citrus Bliss, Elevation, Forgive, Motivate, OnGuard. Also, InTune, Purify, Slim & Sassy, & Zendocrine. Singles - Bergamot, Cumin & any citrus oil
OIL IRRITATION? - Stop using the oil immediately, add carrier oil to problem area (even if it is in the eye) & the sting will go down.
STORE OILS away from direct sunlight or any place oils could overheat.
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