Essential Oils & Children: Safe or Not?
A single drop of essential oil can perform the task of healing and rejuvenating the body as well as the mind. A gift from the pristine lap of nature, oils continue to benefit millions of people across the globe.
While adults often use essential oils to relieve tension and stress from the body, it can also be used as alternative medicine for the physical and mental well-being of young children. Children of all ages can benefit from aromatherapy, a holistic method which uses essential oils to comfort them and keep sickness away.
Essential oils are nature’s healing tools. Parents can keep a care kit containing essentials oils to treat minor conditions such as headaches, low fever, rashes, cold and cough, constipation and diarrhea. These oils can be particularly helpful if the child falls slightly ill at night and there is no doctor available.
Essentials oils, when bought from trusted sources, are 100% pure and natural. We get essential oils when the different parts of plants are distilled to extract their “essence” out of them. With the goodness of nature enveloping them, they also have antibacterial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. So, it would be great if you could have some stocked up in your shelves if you have children around!
Here are some important things you should remember if you considering essential oils for your children’s well-being:
Some oils are appropriate for children. It would be wise to gather more information about certain essential oils before deciding to use them on your children.
Upon correct application and usage, essential oils mostly cause no side effects when used alongside conventional drug therapies. But consult your medical professional regarding the same before taking any action.
Keep essential oils out of damp and moist places. Opt for a dark and cool place instead.
Essential Oils are very powerful and can burn sensitive skin. Always add a carrier oil such as Jojoba or Coconut oil to an essential oil before placing on the oil on a child.
Never allow children to digest oils.
Never place oils in the eyes.
Essential oils can be added to the water in diffuses or in burners to keep insects at bay. It can also induce relaxation due to which children might end up sleeping on time!
Parents who use essential oils regularly in their homes can ensure the robust health of their children. They can be helpful if the child is reeling under exam pressure and is anxious about his/her performance.
Essential oils can also help to treat flesh wounds that growing children seem to come home with on a daily basis!
