With children at home, caution is key: less concentration, less diffusion time, and always prioritize the label.

Basic Principles

  • Never apply pure essential oils directly to a child's skin: dilute them in a carrier oil.
  • Completely avoid mucous membranes, the eye area, and the facial area in very young children.
  • Store bottles closed and out of reach.
  • If in doubt, consult with your pediatrician before using them.

Indicative Dilution

Common aromatherapy guidelines place child dilution well below that for adults: around 0.5-1% compared to the usual 2-3% for adults. In practice, 1% is approximately 1 drop of essential oil per 5 ml of carrier oil, such as V-6 Enhanced Vegetable Oil Complex.

Products already formulated for children, such as the KidScents line roll-ons, come pre-diluted: there's no need to dilute them further.

Diffusion with Children at Home

  • Short, intermittent cycles, not continuous diffusion.
  • Ventilated room and diffuser out of their reach.
  • Fewer drops than you would use for yourself.
  • For babies, infants, or children with respiratory conditions, consult with your pediatrician first.

Tolerance Test

Before first use, apply a small amount of the already diluted mixture to the forearm and wait 24 hours. If redness, itching, or any discomfort appears, remove the product with a vegetable oil and discontinue use.

When Not to Use Them

Avoid them on broken or irritated skin and discontinue use if the child is undergoing treatment, unless otherwise directed by a healthcare professional.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can they be ingested?

Do not administer essential oils orally to a child without explicit instruction from a healthcare professional.

What about in the bath?

Essential oils do not dissolve in water. If used, they must be incorporated into a product formulated for bathing.

What do I do if it comes into contact with the eyes?

Do not use water: remove with a clean vegetable oil and consult a healthcare professional if discomfort persists.

General informational content. It does not replace the advice of a pediatrician or other healthcare professional under any circumstances.