A pure essential oil is a concentrated plant extract — it can take dozens of kilos of raw material to fill one small bottle. That concentration is the point, and the reason a few simple rules matter.
Dilute before skin contact
Essential oils should almost never go on skin neat. Blend them into a carrier — coconut, jojoba or sweet almond oil — at roughly 1–2%, which is about 6–12 drops per 30 ml of carrier. Lower still for children, the elderly, or sensitive skin.
Patch-test first
Before using a new oil on your skin, apply a small diluted amount to the inside of your forearm and wait 24 hours. If there's any redness or itching, wash it off and don't use it.
Diffusing
- Add a few drops to water in an ultrasonic diffuser — start with 3–5 and adjust.
- Diffuse in short sessions (30–60 minutes) in a ventilated room rather than all day.
- Keep diffusers out of reach of pets; several oils that are fine for people aren't safe for cats and dogs.
A few golden rules
- Essential oils are for aromatherapy and external use — they are not food and should not be swallowed.
- Citrus oils can increase sun sensitivity; avoid direct sun on treated skin.
- If you're pregnant, nursing or have a medical condition, check with a professional first.
- Store tightly closed, away from heat and light — our amber bottles and euro droppers are designed to protect the oil.
Treat them with a little respect and pure essential oils are a lovely, natural way to scent a room and lift a mood.