The Methods - Aromatherapy - Children

FACE OILS	AMOUNT TO USE
Face oils should only be used if there is a condition that requests it.	Dilute in half ounce of almond oil
Avoid, the eyes, nose and mouth area.	6 months - 2 years 1 drop
	3 - 5 years 1 - 3 drops
	6 - 10 years 1 - 4 drops
	11 and over 1 - 6 drops
	*Unless following instructions elsewhere in these pages.

Foot Baths	Amount to Use
Fill a large bowl with warm water and add 1 teaspoon of diluted essential oil, swishing it around before placing the feet in the bowl.	Dilute in 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil
	2 - 5 years 1 drop
	6 - 10 1- 2 drops
	11 years and over 1 - 3 drops

Humidifiers

Amount to Use

Add the essential oil to the water in the humidifier.

Essential oils can leave a sticky residue.

This should not be a problem with the type of humidifier that hangs over radiators.

Any age 1 - 4 drops per pint of water.

However, the more complex electrical types should be assessed before use, to see whether any sticky essential oil residue might damage your machine.

*Unless following instructions elsewhere in this book.

Reference: AROMATHERAPY FOR THE HEALTHY CHILD: Valerie Ann Worwood

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