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Safety Snapshot on Essential Oils Diffuser in public place Be mindful when using a diffuser in a public space. Have permission from people around You in using the device. Some people have allegies, and I have come across those who cannot handle the aroma's. Keep to the guidance of having on for 60 minutes and off for 30 minutes. If, you work in a shop, I understand You want to freshen up the space, instead of having on while people are around. You could have one for a short period of time before people come to the shop, and after they have gone. Have a window or door slightly open for air to circulate. Understand the essential oil or essential oil blend You are going to use in the space. You don't want to overloading people especially when you may have the young or the olderly coming to your space. Have guidance from an expert to help You before setting up this habit. Safety of Aromatherapy is the underpin to reduce risk and create a magical experience. Safety is part of respecting the essential oil. Knowledge creates powerful blends, and the change for You. As misleading advice is out in the public domain, I believe as a trained professional aromatherapist, it is important to give a general snapshot of Safety on Essential Oils. Social Media and even on the internet it is difficult to give in-depth information, it is impossible to do, this is a little guidance for the beginners, home uses or untrained individual to look research into aromatherapy practice. Individual advice is given in consultations and there are many ah ah moments from clients as most have only brought from sales person. Spring/Summer we look at: Cinnamon Bark or Leaf (Cinnamonum zeylaricum) , Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans), Clove leaf and bud (Eugenia caryophyllus), and Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) to name a few. Safety message below: Be careful using this essential oil in skin care/topical use as it may cause dermal irritation or sensitisation. Tisserand & Young safety manual, 2013 it has a moderate dermal toxin. In your blend, have to be 0.2 to maximum of 1%. Please do not use topically on children under 2 years of age. Yes, I have reacted to some of these essential oils, early in my Aromatherapy journey. It took sometime to remove the offending essential oil from the skin with carrier oil (Aromatherapist will let you know the first aid procedure). If, using to inhale, use at a small amount, and a brief amount of time. Suggestion of 20 to 30 minutes as a guideline. It may cause irritation to the nose, short periods of time to minimise risk, and enjoy the aroma in the moment. No putting the personal inhaler up your nose! Know that using it in a carrier oil is not going to stop the irritation (unless it is a little of the essential oil and heaps of carrier oil). You need to know how to quench the oil to limit the occurance via using different essential oils to do this (all in the magical chemistry). This is done by professional aromatherapists like myself, where they use essential oils that have this chemical reaction in the blend to reduce risk of irritation. As water magnifies the risk of harm, it is advisable not to use these in a bath/footbath/facial, any of these essential oils. What is Dermal Senisisation? Dermal sensitisation is an allergic reaction to a substance. A reaction can be a rash or blistering on the skin becomeing itchy or sneezing. There are certain essential oil constituents (chemistry of the oil) that are known to be dermal sensitisers. If, this occurs, stop use immediately and contact your aromatherapist immediately. Knowing your safety guidelines is the ultimate nurturing of self care. You will feel the benefits. Reference: Battalgia S., The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy', 3rd Edition, 2018, Vol 1 - Foundations and Materia Medica, P107. Further information, by booking an appointment with Veronica via https://essentiallyawarebookings.as.me/.