HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
Avoid the following oils in cases of this condition as they can raise the blood pressure: HYSSOP, ROSEMARY, SAGE (all types) and THYME
EPILEPSY
Avoid the following oils in cases of epilepsy because they have a powerful effect on the nervous system: SWEET FENNEL, HYSSOP and SAGE (all types)
The oil of CLARY SAGE or LABDANUM not to be used in any form within a few hours of drinking alcohol. It can cause nausea and exaggerated drunkenness.
HOMEOPATHY
Homeopathic treatment is not compatible with the following oils due to there strength: BLACKPEPPER, CAMPHOR, EUCALYPTUS and PEPPERMINT.
PREGNANCY
During pregnancy, use essential oils in half the usual stated amount because of the sensitivity of the growing foetus. Oils which are potentially toxic or have emmenagogue properties (that is, they stimulate the uterus muscle) should be avoided altogether, eg: BASIL, CINNAMON LEAF, CITRONELLA, CLARY SAGE, CLOVE, HYSSOP, JUNIPER, MARJORAM, MYRRH, SAGE, TARRAGON and THYME. The following oils should be avoided during the first four months of pregnancy: ATLAS CEDARWOOD, PEPPERMINT, ROSEMARY and SWEET FENNEL
BABIES & CHILDREN
Always dilute oils for babies and infants to at least half the recommended amount. For young children avoid altogether ANISE, BLACKPEPPER, CINNAMON LEAF, CAMPHOR, CLOVE BUD, EUCALYPTUS, GINGER, HYSSOP, LEMON, LEMON GRASS, PEPPERMINT, PINE (SCOTS), NUTMEG, OREGANUM, SWEET FENNEL, SAGE,THYME, PENNYROYAL, MUSTARD, SASSAFRAS, RUE AND MUGWORT.
BABIES 0 TO 12 MONTHS
Only use 1 drop of LAVENDER, ROSE, ROMAN / GERMAN CHAMOMILE, NEROLI OR MANDARIN essential oil, diluted in 1 teaspoon of Carrier Oil for massage or bathing.
INFANTS 1 to 5
Use only 2-3 drops of the safe oils (those not listed above) diluted in 1 tablespoon of Carrier Oil for massage or bathing.
CHILDREN 6 - 12 YEARS USE AS ADULTS BUT IN HALF STATED CONCENTRATION
TEENAGERS
Use directed as adults.
STORAGE
KEEP ALL ESSENTIAL OILS AWAY FROM LIGHT AND HEAT (EVEN BLENDED OILS) AND KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
DO NOT TAKE ESSENTIAL OILS INTERNALLY
This rule is in accordance with the safety guidelines recommended by the Federation of Aromatherapists. Essential oils do not mix with water, and in an undiluted form they may damage the lining of the digestive tract. In addition some essential oils are toxic if taken internally.
PATCH TEST
Before applying any new oil to the skin even as a perfume always do a patch test. Add a few drops on the back of your wrist and leave for an hour or more. If irritation or redness occurs, bathe the area with cold water immediately.
