1
Q
How should oils be stored
A
- away from extremes of temperature
- in dark, amber glass bottles
- in tightly sealed bottles
- out of reach of children
2
Q
General skin irritants
A
- basil
- black pepper
- clove
- ginger
- lemon
- lemongrass
- orange
- peppermint
- thyme
- tea tree
3
Q
Photosensitisation
A
- bergamot
- grapefruit
- lemon
- mandarin
- lime
- sweet orange
4
Q
Allergies
A
- a skin test is recommended
- rub 1 drop of diluted oil into the crook of the arm or behind the ear and leave for 24-48 hours
5
Q
Pregnancy
A
- avoid all except mandarin
- emmenagogues
- diuretics
- pasturients
- abortifacient
- uterine stimulants
- oestrogenic effects
6
Q
Epilepsy
A
- fennel
- rosemary
7
Q
Liver disorders
A
- fennel
- basil
8
Q
Which oils should never be used
A
- arnica
- sage
- wintergreen
- camphor
- bitter almond
- bitter fennel
- mustard
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