Are Essential Oils Safe? While research suggests there are health benefits, the FDA doesn’t monitor or regulate the purity or quality of essential oils. It’s important to talk with a healthcare professional before you begin using essential oils and be sure to research the quality of a brand’s products. Always do a patch test before trying a new essential oil.

Module 4- Essential Oil Safety

Objectives

To understand the importance of the safe use of essential oils in aromatherapy and potential hazards & risks in essential oils.
To provide knowledge on basic First Aid for emergency handling.

Course Learning Outcomes

Understand the code of ethics of aromatherapists.
Identify the factors contributing to the safe use of essential oils.
To learn the potential hazards & risks in essential oils.
To learn the contraindication of aromatherapy.
Identify the adulteration, correct handling and labelling of essential oils.
Learn First Aid actions to react on emergency.

Important Topics

Code of ethics of aromatherapists.
The quality of essential oils.
Essential oils storage and labelling.
Essential oils hazards & toxicity.
Essential oils never to be used in aromatherapy.
Types of contraindications of aromatherapy.
Potential risks to health and adverse reactions.
Safety guidelines.
First Aid practice for emergency handling.