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Aromatherapy – treating minor burns 

You never know when your child will have a mishap, may fall down, scrape their knee, or need an antiseptic. The importance of antiseptics and health is prevalent in our society. Every good mother understands the importance of carrying a first aid kit......read more

Aromatherapy - Bath Products and Essential Oils

Essential oils used as aromatherapy bath products have two very different applications in the bathroom. You can use them to soothe stress whilst you bathe or to combat germs. The way in which we use fragrance in the bathroom needs to reflect these changing functions and our diverse moods.......read more.

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Safety Guidelines

You should not drink any essential oils without first consulting a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. You should not apply any undiluted essential oil, absolutes, CO2s or any other concentrated essences directly onto the surface of your skin.

You should only use essential oils when under the proper supervision of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner if you have a medical condition or you are pregnant or suffering from liver failure, cancer or epilepsy.

Always use a skin patch test when using an essential oil for the first time.

Children: you must exercise extreme care if using essential oils with children. Only the gentlest essential oils and very small quantities. You are strongly advised to consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner prior to using essential oils with children.

Please refer to 'Safety Guidelines'

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