Guidelines and Warnings
Always buy essential oils in amber glass bottles. Clear glass or plastic bottles do not contain pure essential oils.Do not store your oils in direct sunlight.Are the essential oils all the same price? If they are the same price, then they are definitely not pure essential oils. Essential oils are extremely powerful plant extracts that if not used correctly can cause serious problems. Below is a list of the most common situations when oils should NOT be used. The following oils could pose a risk to a developing baby:- Basil
- Clary Sage
- Hyssop
- Juniper
- Marjoram
- Mugwort
- Myrrh
- Sage
- Fennel
- Peppermint
- Rose
- Rosemary
- Thyme These oils should not be used by anyone with high blood pressure:
- Hyssop
- Rosemary
- Sage
- Thyme Use these oils with caution if you have sensitive skin:
- Lemon
- Lemongrass
- Lemon Verbena
- Melissa
- Thyme
- Peppermint
- Tea-Tree
- Fennel These oils can make your skin more sensitive to the suns rays:
- Angelica
- Bergamot
- Cumin
- Lemon
- Lime
- Orange
- Verbena The following oils can trigger an epileptic attack in a person suffering from the epilepsy:
- Fennel
- Hyssop
- Sage
- Rosemary If you have any doubt about using essential oils, please consult a doctor or qualified aroma therapist. See Overview and ApplicationsSee Perfume Recipes __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Beyond Imaginings makes every attempt to present its site visitors with up-to-date and accurate information that is intended to compliment, not replace, the advice of your physician. Before attempting any instruction or guidance contained in the "Nurturing and Healing Yourself Naturally" section, and within any section/page of Beyond Imaginings, you must first consult with your health care professional, who will be more in tune with your individual symptoms, needs, and treatment.
