Homework Helper Essential Oils & Safe dilution for Children

Homework Helper Essential Oils & Safe dilution for Children

Homework Helper Essential Oils

*Rosemary- (Rosmarinus officinalis ct. verbenone) Due to camphor content use a maximum of 1% dilution for topical use, and for children 2 years and older. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR WOMEN WHO ARE PREGNANT OR NURSING. Rosemary can be a, stimulating oil and should not be used @ Night. Jane Buckle, PhD, RN writes “about 15 years ago I found that children with ADHD became more stimulated with sedative essential oils such as Roman Chamomile and lavender. So, I tried essential oils with stimulant properties and found they had a relaxing effect.”

Hyperactivity-Clinical Aromatherapy(Buckle)

Focus

Respiratory Supportive

Assists in Fighting Germs

*****The Essential Oil Safety 2nd Edition Contraindicates against the use of Rosemary ct. 1,8-cineole on or near the face of infants or children. NOT ct. verbenone

*Lavender- (Lavandula angustifolia) Some parents claim their children have suffered reactions to lavender opposite of the following: However; the cause may be because of an impure oil or absolute. (there is no research to support this)

Focus

Respiratory Supportive

Balancing

Sleep

Calms

Inhibit growth of viruses

Hyperactivity (Buckle)

Frankincense- (Boswellia carterii) aka Boswellia sacra Avoid Old or Oxidized Oils; may cause skin sensitization.

Beneficial for healthy fluid balance

Respiratory supportive

Assists in Fighting Germs

Soothes the Nervous system

Essential Oil dilutions for EVERYDAY USE on Children

**Unless treating for specific infections** Buckle

1 Roll On Holds 8 ml of oil

2 – 5yr = 1-2 drops

5-10 yr = 2-3 drops

10+ = 3-5 drops

1 ounce carrier

2-5 yr = 1 %

5-10 yr = 1-2%

*Mandrin- (Citrus reticulate)

Avoid oxidation by storing in an

Dark Airtight container in a refridgerator.

Also used successfully in Buckle

Student studies for Hyperactivity

Inhibit growth of viruses

Maintain Healthy intestinal flora

Discharge phlegm & mucous associated

With daily living

Supports appetite

Both uplifting & Calming

Relaxing

Vetiver- (Vetiveria zizanoides)

Calms

Focus

Cooling

Grounding

Immune stimulant

Overall Tonic

Patchouli – (Pogostemom cablin)

Calms

Relaxes

Grounds

Skin Healing cell regenerative

Destructive to Bacteria

Cypress – (Cupressus simpervirens) Avoid oxidation by storing in a dark air-tight container in refrigerator.

Clears the mind

Soothing

Aids in reduction of fluid

Reduces Mucous Production

Lime- (Cirtus aurantifolia)distilled lime is NOT PHOTOTOXIC

Uplifting

Refreshing

Eases Fear

Sweet Basil- (Ocimum basilicum ct. linalool)

Respiratory Supportive

Clears the Mind

Destructive to Bacteria

Relieves Nausea

Inhibits growth of Fungus

BLEND#1 BlEND #2 BLEND #3

1 d.p lime 1 Drop Rosemary ct. verbenone 1 drop Basil

1 d.p lavender 1 Drop Lavender angustifolia 1 drop Rosemary ct. verbenone

1 d.p vetiver. (add 1 drop for children over 10) 1 drop Cypress Cupressus simpervirens

What I did was Cross Reference Oils:

  • 1.That I have available for use
  • 2.Those found most effective for:

Hyperactivity

Concentration

Immune supportive

Blending (Aroma)

  • 3.Those that are safe for children
  • Be advised more Oils can be used if added together in one bottle and using 1,2,3 drops of that specific blend. This however is not what we did.
  • Sources:
  • Butje, Andrea. (2016). Aromhead Institute School of Essential Oil Studies. Retrieved from http://www.aromahead.com/online-course/aromatherapy-certification-program
  • Buckle, PhD, RN. (2015, 2003, 1997).Clinical Aromatherapy Essential Oils in Healthcare. St. Louis, MO: Churchill Livingstone
  • Tisserand, R. Young, R. (2014) Essential Oil Safety Second Edition. Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young.