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Essential
Oil & Skin Care
Essential Oils
are concentrated derivatives of plants and flowers, of which could
cause allergic reactions. Before using essential oil on skin,
perform a skin test:
Dilute 2 drops of essential oil to a 1 teaspoon of vegetable, nut or
seed oil. Apply solution to neck, inside elbow or inside upper arm.
If redness occurs within 8 hours, do not use this particular oil.
Most common oils that can cause allergic reaction or skin irritation
are: Angelica Root, Anise Seed, Bay, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Orange,
Lemon, Lime, Thyme, Wintergreen and Citronella. |