Aromatherapy

• Essential oils and essential oil products must always be used as directed by your professional aromatherapist.
• Never use any essential oils in the first trimester of pregnancy without advice form a professional aromatherapist.
• If you suffer from epilepsy avoid essential oils of Basil, Camphor, Cinnamon, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Hyssop, Peppermint, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang.
• If you suffer from kidney problems avoid essential oil of Juniper Berry.
• If you suffer from low blood pressure avoid essential oils of Lavender, May Chang, Sweet Marjoram.
• If you suffer from high blood pressure avoid using Rosemary, Thyme.
• If you have had ovarian, uterine or breast cancer AND are receiving HRT avoid using Fennel, Geranium, Rose.
• Do not use essential oils on children under six without the advice of a professional aromatherapist.
• Do not use wheat or nut carrier oils with children under six.
• Never ingest any essential oils.
• Never sunbathe after applying the following essential oils to the skin, Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Mandarin, Lemon, Lime, Tangerine, Ginger.
• As a common sense precaution, if you have sensitive skin, complete a patch test before use. Rub some of the product on the inside of the wrist or the inner elbow. Leave the product on the skin overnight, if you have a reaction then avoid using that oil.
• It is wise to avoid using the same essential oils everyday, give them a break occasionally. The body can build up an immunity to essential oils rendering them ineffective. It is a good idea to have a few different blends to interchange.

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