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How to Use Essential Oils
Essential oils are very powerful. We recommend correct usage and that the recommended dose not
be exceeded. Some Essential oils are not suitable for some individuals due to a variety of reasons.
You need to make sure that the Oils you have selected are suitable for you.
If You Are Not Sure How to Use Essential Oils Seek Assistance from a Qualified Aromatherapist.
There are a variety of ways to use Essential oils, these include:
- Skin application/massage;
- Compress;
- Bathing;
- Inhalation;
- Vaporisation; and
- Direct application.
There are varying amounts required for individuals - i.e. recommended amounts of Essential oil
for an adult is not suitable for an Infant. (see table below)
We recommend the use of Vegetable Glycerine for bathing to reduce the risk of skin irritation.
(Vegetable Glycerine is a water dispersible agent and available for purchase in our Vegetable,
Carrier and other Oils section)
| Bathing and Footbath |
| Infant - 2-5 years: |
1drop in full drawn bath add 10ml Vegetable Glycerine |
| Child - 6-12 years: |
3 drops in full drawn bath add 10ml Vegetable Glycerine |
| Adult - 13 years and over: |
6-12 drops in full drawn bath add 10ml Vegetable Glycerine |
| Elderly: |
3 drops in full drawn bath add 10ml Vegetable Glycerine |
| Pregnancy: |
1 drop in full drawn bath add 10ml Vegetable Glycerine |
| Massage and Skin Application |
| Infant 2-5 years: |
Face: 1 drop per 10ml base oil |
Body: 1 drop per 10ml base oil |
| Child 6-12 years: |
Face: 1 drop per 10ml base oil |
Body: 3 drops per 10ml base oil |
| Adult 13 years and over: |
Face: 3 drop per 10ml base oil |
Body: 6 drops per 10ml base oil |
| Elderly: |
Face: 1 drop per 10ml base oil |
Body: 3 drops per 10 ml base oil |
| Pregnancy: |
Face: 1 drop per 10 ml base oil |
Body: 1 drop per 10 ml base oil |
| Compress |
See above chart for appropriate dilutions. Depending where compress is to
be applied use age to face or age to body dilution.
Select essential and oil, add oil to 10mls vegetable glycerine, mix to 1 litre of water.
Place soft cloth in water and squeeze out excess. Place on desired area.
For bruising and headaches, migraines, sprains use cold water.
For muscular aches and pains, cramps, spasms, skin treatments use warm water.
For arthritis, abscesses, boils, rheumatism use hot water. |
| Direct Application |
| Usually recommended by a health professional. We do not recommended this
method unless the Essential Oil (1-2) drops is diluted in carrier oil or water 5-10ml. It
should be a small localised area only. |
| Direct Inhalation |
| We do not recommend this method unless for short term use and acute
symptoms (e.g. travel sickness). |
| Inhalation |
| Add 6 drops of essential oil to 1 litre of steaming water to a bowl. Cover
head with a towel and inhale for 5 minutes with eyes closed. Inhale as the oil is
vaporised. We Do Not recommend this method for infants or young children due to the risk of
burns. Use of an electric vaporiser is recommended. Children/young adults should be
supervised at all times when using this method. |
| Vaporisation |
Add 8-10 drops of oil to either an electric burner or a candle oil burner
and fill bowl with water. A combination of Essential oils an be used (up to 3 types). Pure
Essential Oils 3% blended in Jojoba Oil may be blended with other oils, but not recommended
for use on their own.
Keep oil burners out of reach of children. Never leave a naked flame unattended.
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Essential Oils Are Not Recommended for Use for the Following Conditions
Pregnancy: We do not recommend the use of Essential oils during
pregnancy. Some oils should be avoided during the first 3 months of pregnancy and some essential
oils should not be used at all.
Before purchase/use we suggest you review product information and/or seek the assistance from a
qualified health professional.
Epilepsy: some essential oils are not suitable for individuals with this
condition. Before purchase/use we suggest you review product information and/or seek the assistance
from a qualified health professional.
Orally: We do not recommend oral use of essential oils.
Sensitive skin: Caution is required when using essential oils as skin
irritation can occur in some individuals. We recommend application of a test patch (dab a small
amount of diluted essential oil behind the ear, leave for 10 minutes) if you are using an essential
oil for the first time.
Photosensitivity: Some essential oils (especially the citrus family)
should not be used before exposure to the sun, as the skin is easily burned.
High and low blood pressure: Individuals with either of these conditions
should review product information and/or seek the assistance from a qualified health professional
before purchase/use.
Storage of Essential Oils
Essential oils should be kept in dark coloured bottles, ensuring the cap is replaced after use.
Store under 30°C. Keep bottle in a cool dry, dark area. Heat and direct sunlight will affect
the shelf life of your oil. Expired oils can be used to scent a room or for household cleaning but
will have no efficacy. |
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