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Recommended ideal amounts

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Are essential oils safe ?

When you use high quality essential oils in the appropriate amount , they can absolutely be safe enough to use at home on yourself and your family . High quality essential oils will have gone through extensive testing to ensure they are safe , are pure , and have the correct amount of concentration . Like anything else that you would use in your home or on your children , essential oils are safe when you adhere to recommended dosage amounts and use them within proper parameters . Among the many benefits of essential oils , one major advantage is that they offer peace of mind to parents who worry about using chemical-ridden products on their children , or in the home for cleaning , cooking , and other tasks . Essential oils are a safe alternative to many of the products you see on grocery store shelves that contain synthetic toxins or chemicals that could be harmful . Learning about proper use and dosage will allow you to safely use essential oils at home and on your family , while enjoying the benefit of a natural product .

Recommended ideal amounts

As mentioned , essential oils can be used safely when users stay within recommended amount ranges . Using the suggested dosage for essential oils not only helps the user avoid consuming unsafe levels , but also allows them to enjoy the maximum benefit of the essential oil . Of course , each individual needs to consider their own level of experience with essential oils and any personal health concerns when following suggestions for daily amounts . Always consider the advice of your health-care provider as you seek to benefit from the use of essential oils .
Review the chart below for suggestions about daily recommended amounts . Keep in mind that these are general recommendations that don ’ t account for the personal health status or experience level of the essential oil user .