Essential Oil FAQ's

*NOT ALL EO'S ARE SUITABLE FOR USE ON BABIES/CHILDREN*

1% dilution would be used on children under age 6, pregnant women, the elderly, pets & those with sensitive skin.

*WHEN USING OILS ON CHILDREN PLEASE DILUTE* For infants and young children:

6- 18 months: 0.5% dilution = 3 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier

18 months to 5 yrs: 1% dilution = 3-6 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier

5-12 yrs: 1.5% - 2% dilution = 9-12 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier.

Over 12 can use at 2.5% - 3% dilution = 15-20 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier

2% dilution would be used for most adults and most situations/general use. This is also a good dilution for basic skin care issues and for daily use.

3% - 10% dilution is best for temporary health issues such as a muscle injury, respiratory congestion, cold/flu etc.

25% dilution for a muscle cramp, bad bruising, or severe pain.

For adults:

2.5% dilution = 15 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier

3% dilution = 20 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier

5% dilution = 30 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier

10% dilution = 60 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier

If you've had a history of miscarriages in the past it is recommended not to use EO's during pregnancy. It's generally advised to avoid the use of essential oils topically during the first trimester. After the first trimester you can use the following essential oils at a 1% dilution: Geranium, neroli, ylang ylang, petitgrain, frankincense, sandalwood, patchouli, lavender, chamomile, mandarin, lemon, grapefruit, orange, black pepper, cypress, ginger & pine.
***If you are unsure, contact your health care professional or stick to gentle inhalation or avoid all together***

You can use the same essential oils listed in the pregnancy section at the same 1% dilution. If you are applying them topically on/around your breasts, be sure to wash before nursing to ensure babe does not ingest or get any in/near their eyes

Babies sense of smell is VERY sensitive. Be cautious on which oils you are using on/near them, pls refer to dilution guideline above. For baby massage, add 1 drop Roman Chamomile to 30ml of carrier oil. For babe's under 6 months, you can add 1-2 drops of either neroli, rose, lavender, roman chamomile or mandarin to a diffuser (& can use these oils diluted topically from 2-6 months). After 6 months you can add an extra drop to the diffuser. Do not diffuse for long periods of time, especially in small rooms with babies. It could cause them to become more cranky than actually helping to calm them. Restless babe, try 1 drop on the jammies. For colic, dilute 2 drops of R. Chamomile or Lavender in 1 tsp carrier and massage clockwise for 5min.

While many people following holistic health practices do ingest oils, Canadian law stipulates we cannot recommend the use of essential oils internally.

I use pure, therapeutic quality, organic essential oils. Currently there is no governing body which regulates the various qualities of essential oils, but there are definitely varying qualities in essential oils. I only use the essential oils which are not: re-distilled, adulterated, diluted or extended. I will only obtain first distillation, organic, certified organic or wild harvest essential oils.

Recently I created a line of perfume oil blends in which I use non-organic essential oils & absolutes. Purely for the enjoyment of the scent & for spiritual/meditation work. I list these in their own category and clearly indicate that they are not organic.