Helpful Tips about Essential Oils
If you are not familiar with essential oils, it is wise to do some research into carrier oils and the potency of your chosen blends and individual oils so that you do not end up causing yourself any unintended issues such as skin irritation. Depending on the purpose of the oils in question, you may wish to rub them on your skin, put them in a diffuser or place them on a cotton ball that is kept nearby.
Carrier oils dilute the essential oils so that they can be safely placed on your skin. Examples of carrier oils include grapeseed oil, fractioned coconut oil, sweet almond oil and cocoa butter. Please note that it will be vital to keep your chosen carrier oils on hand to get the most out of your essential oils.
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