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Essential oil supplements Supplements that contain essential oils can be extremely beneficial for adults; however, children should not take adult supplements unless the product has been designated as safe for children. Luckily, there are many essential oil supplements (including dōTERRA products) that are designed specifically for children. Kids can reap the benefits that essential oil supplements have to offer, and can still take some adult supplements when they are designated as safe for the whole family. Be sure to read CHEWABLE CHEWABLE ™ ™ 60 TABLETS TABLETS 60 any labels or instructions to make sure that a supplement is safe for your child to use before giving it to your child for consumption. It is always wise to consult with your healthcare provider if you have any questions about giving your child a supplement. Essential oil storage One of the best ways to ensure safe use of essential oils with your little ones is to practice safe storage habits—always keep your essential oils and essential oil products out of the reach of children. Kids do not in a place where it cannot be accessed by your children, you will help ensure their safety. Remember, essential oils should not be stored in direct sunlight or Citrus Wild it is to follow dosage guidelines. By keeping your essential oil collection understand how powerful and potent essential oils are, or how important anywhere they will be exposed to heat, as this can damage the delicate chemical profile of the oils and even detract from their benefits. Always make sure that an essential oil diffuser is placed in a safe area where children will not be overexposed to an oil and cannot reach the diffuser. Cinnamon Bark Cinnamomum zeylanicum 5 mL While it might seem convenient to keep essential oils out in the open, proper storage is a key component of successfully and safely using essential oils in a home with children. leave this lid off for convenience, it is best to make sure that the orifice reducer is on when storing your essential oils. child can get if they do happen to find a bottle. While it is tempting to this orifice reducer can help to limit the amount of essential oils that your this extra lid to make for easier pouring or diffusion of essential oils, but a small amount of oil to be released at a time. Parents will often remove Many essential oil bottles come with an orifice reducer, which allows only