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Essential Oil Safety for Children

Using essential oils around kids requires extra care. Follow these important safety tips to ensure gentle and safe use:

• Use Sparingly: Children are more sensitive than adults, so always use essential oils in very small amounts.

• Always Dilute: Properly dilute essential oils with a carrier oil (like coconut, almond, or jojoba oil) before applying to a child’s skin.

• Choose Age-Appropriate Oils: Not all essential oils are safe for every age. Research or consult an expert before using any oil on young children.

• No Ingestion: Never let children ingest essential oils, even in small amounts.

• Store Safely: Keep all essential oils out of reach and sight of children to prevent accidental use or ingestion.

• Avoid Sensitive Areas: Do not apply essential oils near the eyes, ears, mouth, nose, or any other sensitive parts of the body.

• Bath Time Tips: If using essential oils in a bath, first mix them with a carrier oil or whole milk to help them disperse safely in the water.

• Slow Introduction: Introduce one oil at a time and watch for any signs of sensitivity such as rash, itching, headache, nausea, or breathing issues.

• Safe Diffusing Practices:

  • Diffuse only in open, well-ventilated spaces.

  • Keep children out of the direct mist.

  • Limit diffusion to 30–60 minutes at a time, with breaks in between.