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We use essential oils in our home every day. Kids get in on the fun and they even have their own favorite blends! It’s important to remember that essential oils are quite potent and children are more sensitive to some essential oil components than adults. So, we’ve put together a few tips to help guide you in safely using essential oils with your children.
It’s important to remember that essential oils are quite potent and children are more sensitive to some essential oil components than adults. We’ve put together a few notes to help guide you in safely using essential oils with children.
Tip #1: Oils to Avoid around Young Children
When enjoying essential oils with the entire family, there are a few essential oils that should never be used around infants and very small children. Avoid diffusing these oils around children and do not use them topically or internally for young ones.
- Blue Tansy
- Clary Sage
- Eucalyptus
- Hyssop
- Idaho Tansy
- Peppermint
- Sage
- Wintergreen
This is not an exhaustive list, but a starting point of oils you should strongly investigate before introducing to your children.
Tip #2: Dilution is Key
For topical essential oils, dilution recommendations are always listed on the label. Using oils with children will require additional dilution with quality carrier oils.
Here are some guidelines that may help:
- For babies (age 0 – 1), increase the recommended carrier oil by 8 times. So if the dilution on the label calls for 1 drop to be diluted in 1 teaspoon of carrier oil then for babies you would dilute 1 drop of essential oil in 8 teaspoons of carrier oil. If there is no dilution ratio on the label, then dilute 1 drop of essential oil with at least 1 tablespoon of carrier oil.
- For toddlers and young children (age 2 – 6), increase the recommended carrier oil by 4 times. For example, if the recommended labeled dilution is 1 drop of essential oil per 1 teaspoon of carrier oil, then you would dilute 1 drop of essential oil in 4 teaspoons of carrier oil. If no dilution is listed on the label, then dilute 1 drop of essential oil with 1 1/2 teaspoons of carrier oil.
- For elementary children (ages 7 – 11), increase the recommended carrier oil by 2 times. For example, if the label recommends diluting 1 drop of essential oil with 1 teaspoon of carrier oil, then increase the carrier oil to 2 teaspoons per 1 drop of essential oil. If no dilution is listed on the label, then dilute 1 drop of essential oil with at least 1 teaspoon of carrier oil.
Tips #3: Test for Sensitivities
All people react differently to essential oils. But, I do have to admit that when I get a new oil, I just jump right in there and use it on myself without testing for sensitivity. I DO NOT do that with my kids though! Test new oils on children by applying properly diluted essential oils to the arm or leg and watching closely for a reaction. When in doubt, wait until your child is older to introduce essential oils topically.
Tip #4: Diffuse Less Oils
We love our diffuser and use it all the time. However, children are definitely more sensitive to essential oils than adults. So, we diffuse fewer drops of essential oils in our common areas and save our stronger blends for the adult bedroom and/or bathroom.
Tip #5: Safe Use of Essential Oil Recipes
Basically always dilute and start off slow with children. Also, follow the recommended charts for dilution and diffusing!
Did you know Young Living makes a full line of kids products? Check out a few of our blends here:
o GeneYus™
o Owie™
o TummyGize™
o SniffleEase™
o SleepyIze™
Young Living’s KidScents Oil Collection is now available for purchase individually!
With KidScents Oil Collection, parents and caregivers can safely and effectively navigate children through childhood to become healthy and happy adults.
FAQ’s about KidScents Essential Oils:
Primary Benefits
• Helps child stay on task
• Soothes sensitive skin
• Supports healthy skin
• Calms the body
• Uplifts the senses
• Relaxes the mind and body
Who Should Use the KidScents Oils?
• Children under adult supervision.
Suggested Use
• Apply topically or diffuse.
• Read label directions for each essential oil blend.
Cautions
• Only to be applied by a trusted adult or under adult
supervision.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• If you have a medical condition, consult a health professional
prior to use.
How do I order Young Living KidScents?
If you are a Young Living wholesale member, you can order by placing a quick order in your dashboard or by adding onto your Essential Rewards order. Just type in the name and it will pop up on your search.
If you’re not a Young Living wholesale member, you can become one easily! Just follow https://oily.life/katscorneressentiallysimple to sign up for a membership with NO MINIMUM order each month. OR you can click on the names above to be taken to the retail site to purchase. Message me at katscorneressentiallysimple@g-mail.com or use my contact me link for more info, too!
