How to use essential oils
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Massage
Add 5 drops to 10mls base oil or cream
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Bath
Add 6 drops to a full bath with disperser or milk and agitate
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Shower
Add 4 drops to corner of shower and inhale aroma while showering
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Banksia Pod / Diffuser
Add 6 to 8 drops to banksia pod, add 6 to 8 drops to water in diffuser water
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Inhale
Add 3 drops to tissue for use at night or to carry with you during the day
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Roll On Balm
As a perfume
Contraindications - Most Essential Oils (EOs) are considered safe but there are precautions for certain conditions:
Orally
No EOs should be taken internally.
Epilepsy
Avoid using Clary Sage, Fennel, Rosemary and Thyme. May provoke fits in susceptible people.
Pregnancy
No EOs first trimester topically. Safe EOs in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters are Mandarin, Tangerine and Neroli in low doses.
Photosensitivity (UV exposure)
Avoid using Bergamot, Orange, Lime and Lemon in the presence of UV light.
Sensitive Skin
Basil, Fennel, Lemon, Orange, Lemongrass, Peppermint and Thyme should be used sparingly in bath or topically, as skin irritations may occur.
Low Blood Pressure
Avoid Chamomile and Ylang Ylang.
High Blood Pressure
Avoid Rosemary and Thyme.
More about essential oils
Before chemicals, oils obtained from pure plant extracts (known as essential oils) were used to help improve the quality of life on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. Since then, essential oils have been found to heal skin, strengthen immunity and influence moods and feelings, assisting mental conditions such as stress and anxiety. Essential oils have the healing ability to work both therapeutically and medicinally.
All Secret Scent products are 100% natural, and do not contain sulphates, chemicals or parabens.