Are Essential Oils Actually Safe? -with Melissa Martinez

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In this highly educational episode, I sit down with the creator and owner of Nourish The Dermis, Melissa Martinez, for an anticipated chat regarding ESSENTIAL OIL SAFETY. Melissa is also a certified aromatherapist and specializes in customizable, clean skincare, and she and I have an incredibly helpful and balanced conversation surrounding this controversial topic. 

• What exactly are EOs?
• Why does oil quality matter?
• What are the best application methods?
• How do I dilute them?
• Safety and Prevention
• Is diffusing EOs harmless?
• What do I do if I have a reaction?
• How to take a conservative approach to using EOs
• What about pet safety?
• Can I use with my baby or my child?
• Contraindications for use

You will gain enough insight to make well-informed choices for you and your family, as the power should always be in your hands at the end of the day. Please see below for further resources!

• Nourish The Dermis on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NourishTheDermisCo
• Nourish The Dermis Website: https://www.nourishthedermis.com/
• Nourish The Dermis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourish.the.dermis.co/?hl=en
• Dilution Chart with Self Calculator: https://www.nowfoods.com/healthy-living/articles/diluting-essential-oils
• Scripture References: https://www.gotquestions.org/Bible-essential-oils.html
• Pet Safety: https://www.aspca.org/news/essentials-essential-oils-around-pets
• Pet Poison Control (what to do/avoid): https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/blog/updates-on-essential-oils/
• Children/Baby Safety: https://www.hopkinsallchildrens.org/ACH-News/General-News/Are-Essential-Oils-Safe-for-Children
• Children/Baby Safety: https://mommypotamus.com/safe-essential-oils-babies-children/
• Pregnancy Safety: https://www.morelandobgyn.com/blog/essential-oils-and-pregnancy-safety
• Contraindication Info: https://mendingmewellness.com/contraindications

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NOTE: Episode is not medical advice.

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