They're made from parts of certain plants like leaves, seeds, barks, roots, and rinds. Makers use different methods to concentrate them into oils.

Your doctor can make sure it’s safe for you and rule out any side effects, like affecting your prescriptions.

1. It is safest to consult with a qualified medical or seek the advice of a doctor or aromatherapy practitioner before implementing essential oils into your lifestyle and before using essential oils

2. Never use essential oils on your skin without diluting the essential oil with a carrier oil. A skin test is recommended prior to use.

3. Discontinue using an essential oil or essential oil blend immediately if you encounter any irritation, redness or reaction.

4. If you have a skin condition, are pregnant, have epilepsy or asthma, or are taking prescribed medication, you should consult a doctor before using essential oils.

5. Keep out of reach of children: Store essential oils in a child-resistant container and out of reach of children.