Likisma Essential Oils are very strong and should not be used internally or undiluted (except Lavender, Chamomile and Tea Tree - which may be used directly on the skin). Please wash your hands after any contact with neat Oil.

General

Do not exceed the recommended dilutions
Do not take internally
If taking prescribed medication or receiving health advice from a GP/Consultant, please seek their consent before self-administering Essential Oils.

When using the same oil on a day-to-day basis, we recommend for maximum effect that you alternate between oils, eg, if treating the symptoms of insomnia use Lavender for three weeks, then change to Petitgrain and after a further three weeks return to Lavender.

We always supply a leaflet with every order for Essential Oils, remind you how to use them and which oils to avoid if you have high blood pressure, sensitive skin, epilepsy, diabetes, or if you are pregnant.

Babies

We recommend that you only use.....Chamomile and Lavender to quarter strength.

Infants

Lavender and Chamomile can be used in half dosages. We recommend the following oils at quarter strength......Cedarwood, Mandarin, Palmarosa and Rose Blend.

Children 7+

Use Essential Oils in half adult dosage, as with adults all children are different so we recommend you try a skin test before use.

Pregnancy

We recommend Essential Oils should not be used in physical applications in the first four months of pregnancy. Dilute to half strength for following months.

We recommend......Chamomile, Frankincense, Lavender, Lime, Mandarin, Neroli Blend, Palmarosa, Petitgrain and tea Tree.

Sunshine

Do not use the following Oils on the skin before going into strong sunshine or before using a sunbed......Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Orange.

High Blood Pressure

Please avoid......Rosemary

Sensitive Skin

Please try a skin test. Dilute 2 drops of Essential Oils with 5ml of Carrier Oil and massage into inner/upper arm. Take care with......Bergamot, Fennel, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Orange, Peppermint, Scots Pine, Tea Tree, Ylang Ylang.

Epilepsy

Do not use......Fennel, Eucalyptus. The use of Rosemary should be at the minimum dosage.

Diabetes

Avoid......Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lemon.

Do not exceed the recommended amounts. A few drops may seem very little but Likisma Oils are very concentrated and using more than the recommended amount may have the adverse effect.

When using the same oil on a day to day basis we recommend for maximum effect you alternate between oils, i.e. if treating the symptoms of insomnia use Lavender for 3 weeks, change to Petitgrain and after a further 3 weeks return to Lavender.

Do not place Essential Oils or Essential Oil bottles on unprotected surfaces.

Massage

Always dilute oils first using one of our Carrier Oils. Blend 3-5 drops of Essential Oils to 10ml of Carrier Oil. Some oils can irritate the skin so be sure to follow instructions. The massage may be on the whole body or just the affected area.

Bath

Add approximately 10ml of our Bath Carrier to running water. When the water is at the required temperature (warm not hot) add up to a total of 6 drops of Essential Oils. However, we recommend you use up to 3 drops if you are using Ginger, Lemongrass, Peppermint or a Citrus Oil.

Room Burner

Use 3-5 drops of Essential Oils to water in the top of your Room Burner. Light a candle inside the burner and enjoy the aroma. Helps prevent the spread of disease and creates a pleasant atmosphere.

Do not place on any surface that may be damaged by heat, accidental spillage or spitting of hot oil or wax. Do not leave unattended. Keep out of reach of children. Burner will become hot during use.

Body Care

Blend 5 drops of Essential Oils to 25ml of base product chosen from our range of Fragrance Free Body Care products. The range includes:

Create your own skin care products......add 5 drops of Essential Oils to 25ml of our Fragrance Free Skin Care Range. This versatile range includes:

Select your own choice of products and develop your own skin care routine.

Hair Care

Add 6 drops of Essential Oils to 15ml Fragrance Free 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner. (One of the products in our range of Fragrance Free Body Care products.