Guest guest Posted August 16, 2005 Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 Hi Samantha....My name is Karen and I live in Australia....I don't often post anything on this list....but, your email really rouched a chord in me. You see, my 5 year old grandson, Zane, has been diagnosed with mild to moderate autism. I am a fully accredited aromatherapist...and I do know that burning...use electric with children around rather than a candle oil burner...lavender is calming, soothing and children love sweet orange, mandarin, tangerine. I had one of my neighbours children come into my kitchen recently for a fund raiser and the first thing he said was " your house smells nice " ..I think I was just burning lavender essential oil (EO). I personally think using essential fatty acids helps ADHD... Evening Primrose Oil and fish oil....and there was something on it on our television tonight. They (doctors, hospitals , I think) did a test using these oils on children who do have ADHD and they also used (???? sorry, I've gone blandk) 'blind' capsules on half of the children and the ones who had used the fish oil and EPO had markedly noticable differences and improvements in behaviour and concentration etc. Don't apply the EO's topically.....tho, lavender is the only safe EO that can be used topically....but, I'd suggest for you to trial it by burning the oil and you can use the lavender EO (several drops in a bath - it disperses in a spoonful of milk)....put a couple of drops around neck of pyjames and note any difference in behaviour and sleep. ) I would appreciate, if you were to do this, your feedback please Samantha. Take care of yourself and your family.... Karen from down Under -- Karen Ross - Natural Therapist Aromatherapist Natural Soap and Skincare http://www.essentialharmony.com.au > Hi group. > > My name is Samantha. I have two kids. My son is 10. He has > Asperger's syndrome. My daughter is 7. She has anxiety. We live > in Iowa with my wonderful husband. I'm a chiropracti assitant part > time. We are using lots of supplements and " alternative therapies " > to help our kids be the best they can be. I'm interested in > learning about EO's to help the kids and just to make our house > smell good > > I was introduced to EO's by a patient who is a young living > distributor. She says she cured her son's ADHD with the oils. She > gave me a catalog, with no prices. I looked it up on the web and > about had heart failure from sticker shock. That alone turned me > off. Then I came here and read the archived posts about young > living. I'll be staying away from them. Any way I have a lot to > learn. Where do I start? One thing I've heard that I want to learn > about is EO's can kill germs in the air and on surfaces. My son > gets sick a lot during the school yr. He had strep throat 5 times > back to back. I bought a nebulizing diffuser. I want to learn the > proper way to use it. > > Thanks, > Samantha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 16, 2005 Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 > Hi Samantha....My name is Karen and I live in Australia....I don't often > post anything on this list....but, your email really rouched a chord in > me. You see, my 5 year old grandson, Zane, has been diagnosed with mild > to moderate autism. Hi Karen. Thanks for your reply. I'm sorry to hear about your grandson. Its truely a shame what's happening to this generation of kids. > I am a fully accredited aromatherapist...and I do know that burning...use > electric with children around rather than a candle oil burner...lavender > is calming, soothing and children love sweet orange, mandarin, tangerine. > I had one of my neighbours children come into my kitchen recently for a > fund raiser and the first thing he said was " your house smells nice " ..I > think I was just burning lavender essential oil (EO). > > I personally think using essential fatty acids helps ADHD... Evening > Primrose Oil and fish oil....and there was something on it on our > television tonight. They (doctors, hospitals , I think) did a test using > these oils on children who do have ADHD and they also used (???? sorry, > I've gone blandk) 'blind' capsules on half of the children and the ones > who had used the fish oil and EPO had markedly noticable differences and > improvements in behaviour and concentration etc. Yes, essential fatty acids are great. My kids take Nordic naturals ultimate omega and organic flax oil among other supplements. They've made lots of progress with treating for yeast, supplements, heavy metal chelation using Andy Cutler's (low & slow) protcol. Another thing that's helped tremedously is Theraputic listening with sensory integration therapy/physical therapy. > Don't apply the EO's topically.....tho, lavender is the only safe EO that > can be used topically.... Really??! but, I'd suggest for you to trial it by burning > the oil and you can use the lavender EO (several drops in a bath - it > disperses in a spoonful of milk)....put a couple of drops around neck of > pyjames and note any difference in behaviour and sleep. ) Are there different kinds of lavender EO? Thanks, Samantha I would appreciate, if you were to do this, your feedback please > Samantha. > > Take care of yourself and your family.... > > Karen from down Under > -- > Karen Ross - Natural Therapist > Aromatherapist > Natural Soap and Skincare > > http://www.essentialharmony.com.au Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 16, 2005 Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 > > Don't apply the EO's topically.....tho, lavender is the only safe > EO that > > can be used topically.... > > Really??! Add my **Really??!!** to that as well. ) Providing we are talking diluted oils here, I totally disagree with this statement....... Liz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 17, 2005 Report Share Posted August 17, 2005 oh dear....yes, Liz...you're right ...I had meant applied neat...undiluted. Lavender is the only essential oil that could be applied neat....and sometimes tea tree. All the other oils need to be diluted in a base oil/cream Karen >> > Don't apply the EO's topically.....tho, lavender is the only safe >> EO that >> > can be used topically.... >> >> Really??! > > Add my **Really??!!** to that as well. ) > Providing we are talking diluted oils here, I totally disagree with this > statement....... > Liz > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 17, 2005 Report Share Posted August 17, 2005 Hi Karen Sorry to tell you this but you have old, outdated information. Many on this list can tell you that new information coming out of Australia shows that Tea Tree should not be used undiluted. There has been so much usage of tea tree on so many people and in so many products that even high dilutions can be problematic. AND there are are those who can graphically tell you that lavender is not safe also. Marge, and Lynda, my wife, are both allergic to lavender. Moral of the story. NO OILS are safe for everyone undiluted.......... Be aware.. Graham Sorenson http://Luna-Aromatics.com Come and stick your nose in our business The Home of " Arizona Balm " the Natural Solution to Problem Dry Skin. Hand Made Soaps, Soy Wax Candles, Lip Balms and more Good Stuff Retail and Wholesale. http://TheGuideToAromatherapy.com oh dear....yes, Liz...you're right ...I had meant applied neat...undiluted. Lavender is the only essential oil that could be applied neat....and sometimes tea tree. All the other oils need to be diluted in a base oil/cream Karen >> > Don't apply the EO's topically.....tho, lavender is the only safe >> EO that >> > can be used topically.... >> >> Really??! > > Add my **Really??!!** to that as well. ) > Providing we are talking diluted oils here, I totally disagree with this > statement....... > Liz > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 17, 2005 Report Share Posted August 17, 2005 >All the other oils need to be diluted in a base oil/cream May I ask..... why? In a way, your implying is that if not used diluted in a base oil/cream EO's are Not safe. I have used Cederwood Atlas, C Roman, and many other oils in face masks using ingredients like yogurt, clay and honey. Myself and others I know use other oils neat. I've used Lemon neat on the soles of the feet and palms of the hands during times I feel a cold or sore throat coming on; in mixtures as perfume replacements on the wrists, etc. I've used EO's difused in only water as deodorant replacements. " Karen Ross (Essential Harmony) " <karen wrote: oh dear....yes, Liz...you're right ...I had meant applied neat...undiluted. Lavender is the only essential oil that could be applied neat....and sometimes tea tree. All the other oils need to be diluted in a base oil/cream Karen >> > Don't apply the EO's topically.....tho, lavender is the only safe >> EO that >> > can be used topically.... >> >> Really??! > > Add my **Really??!!** to that as well. ) > Providing we are talking diluted oils here, I totally disagree with this > statement....... > Liz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 17, 2005 Report Share Posted August 17, 2005 Hi Karen, I didn’t think you meant to say they were unsafe, I only interjected because the manner in which it was presented was be akin to saying that rye or wheat breads are not safe to ingest unless spread with butter or jelly. To those with known allergies to these grains, certainly, it would be advisable to avoid but does not make breads themselves unsafe to the remainder of the population who could eat them with no adverse consequences. I’ve seen open wounds, scrapes heal quicker with Lavender than with anything else. Skeptical family members that once ran for topical antibiotics now reach for Lavender (used neat) before the Band Aids. A combination of Tea Tree, Thyme White, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Lavender, Citronella, applied neat, used patiently, works extraordinarily well for stubborn nail fungus. EO’s do have contra indications, i.e. Rosemary, Ylang Ylang, (blood pressure) and yes, I agree because of potency, like anything else should be used cautiously and wisely and not without first familiarizing oneself with their properties or consulting those more familiar with their use. I have no problem stating that as a personal preference, I use them “neat” whenever possible. My sister on the other hand claims to have sensitivities and cannot tolerate what she calls the over powering scents of EO’s. Yet, she wears the most popular designer perfumes and other products laden with chemicals and colors. EO’s, being natural essences, have unique vibrational frequencies which I try not to dilute with other substances. Best regards, Carol " Karen Ross (Essential Harmony) " <karen wrote:Carol.....Generally speaking essential Oils are pretty potent. I use lavender neat fairly often...either as a 'perfume', for insect bites, headaches, minor burns and have never had any problems with it. So, perhaps Graham's wife has a type of allergy to Lavender oil. ?? I used to work in cosmetics and even products that say Non-allergenic can still cause some sort of reaction in some people....it simply means LESS chance of reacting.. But, I've also used tea tree neat...and during exams I used to use rosemary eo neat...I was only giving oils and creams as an example for dilution....it could be any sort of blend/mix. making body powders also. I too have used lemon neat to get rid of a wart. I'm sorry if I had implied that to use oils any other way would be unsafe, that was not my intention. Most of the eo's which smell gorgeous could be used safely for perfumes I'm sure....I love jasmine and others myself. ) >> All the other oils need to be diluted in a base oil/cream > > May I ask..... why? > > In a way, your implying is that if not used diluted in a base oil/cream > EO's are > Not safe. > I have used Cederwood Atlas, C Roman, and many other oils in face masks > using > ingredients like yogurt, clay and honey. > Myself and others I know use other oils neat. I've used Lemon neat on > the soles > of the feet and palms of the hands during times I feel a cold or sore > throat > coming on; in mixtures as perfume replacements on the wrists, etc. > > I've used EO's difused in only water as deodorant replacements. > > > > " Karen Ross (Essential Harmony) " wrote: > oh dear....yes, Liz...you're right ...I had meant applied > neat...undiluted. Lavender is the only essential oil that could be > applied neat....and sometimes tea tree. > > All the other oils need to be diluted in a base oil/cream > > Karen > > > >>> > Don't apply the EO's topically.....tho, lavender is the only safe >>> EO that >>> > can be used topically.... >>> >>> Really??! >> >> Add my **Really??!!** to that as well. ) >> Providing we are talking diluted oils here, I totally disagree with this >> statement....... >> Liz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 17, 2005 Report Share Posted August 17, 2005 Thanks Carol...) I do also have a friend who was having problems with Athlete's Foot and I suggested she use neat tea tree on those areas.....she did and it cleared up. -- no problems.... I also suggested she wipe her shoes out with the tea tree. I do often suggest that they do a 'test' on the inside of their elbow if they are sensitive.... It's really funny, but I also have sensitive skin...but, have had no problems with any eo's.....I can't use many of those creams for sore/tight muscles you buy over the counter...yet I make a balm up for both my Mum and Dad to use for relief of arthritis pain and I have NO problems with that. The commercial ones just leave my hands burning really badly....for hours. I haven't worn commercial perfume for a number of years now. I like to make up several different blends and put into the roller ball bottles...mixed with jojoba. It's rather funny...but, I make my own face moisturiser (and have done so for about 10 years now)and even when I wear just that and no perfume I've had people ask me 'what are you wearing? ...it smells nice " ...It was after I was asked about 3 times that I realised what it had to be....lol with warm regards, Karen -- Karen Ross - Natural Therapist Aromatherapist Natural Soap and Skincare http://www.essentialharmony.com.au > Hi Karen, > > I didn’t think you meant to say they were unsafe, I only interjected > because the > manner in which it was presented was be akin to saying that rye or wheat > breads > are not safe to ingest unless spread with butter or jelly. > > > > To those with known allergies to these grains, certainly, it would be > advisable > to avoid but does not make breads themselves unsafe to the remainder of > the > population who could eat them with no adverse consequences. > > > > I’ve seen open wounds, scrapes heal quicker with Lavender than with > anything > else. Skeptical family members that once ran for topical antibiotics now > reach > for Lavender (used neat) before the Band Aids. > > > > A combination of Tea Tree, Thyme White, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Lavender, > Citronella, > applied neat, used patiently, works extraordinarily well for stubborn > nail > fungus. > > > > EO’s do have contra indications, i.e. Rosemary, Ylang Ylang, (blood > pressure) > and yes, I agree because of potency, like anything else should be used > cautiously and wisely and not without first familiarizing oneself with > their > properties or consulting those more familiar with their use. > > > > I have no problem stating that as a personal preference, I use them > “neat†> whenever possible. My sister on the other hand claims to have > sensitivities and > cannot tolerate what she calls the over powering scents of EO’s. Yet, > she wears > the most popular designer perfumes and other products laden with > chemicals and > colors. > > > > EO’s, being natural essences, have unique vibrational frequencies which > I try > not to dilute with other substances. > > > > Best regards, > Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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