Modern Essentials:
Learn how you can safely and effectively use aromatherapy to take charge of your health.

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Many of dōTERRA's oils are safe for ingestion.  In fact, all essential oils that are identified as Safe For Consumption (that is: Generally Recognized as Safe or GRAS) can be taken as a dietary supplement, to promote physical well-being.

Some oils (e.g.: lemon, grapefruit, wild orange,etc.) are even more effective when taken orally.

Things to remember when using essential oils as dietery supplements:

• Remember to dilute the oils in oil-soluble liquids, such as a vegetable oil, olive oilor whole, raw milk prior to ingestion.  More or less dilution may be required, depending on how strong the oil is.  Usually, no more than 2-3 drops should be ingested at one time, during any 4-8 hour period.
• Essential oils should not be given as dietary supplements to children under 6 years of age.  Parents should exercise caution before administering essential oils orally to a child, and oils should always be diluted prior to ingestion for children.

But please bear this in mind: dōTERRA^® oils are certified pure therapeutic-grade^®.  Most other essential oils on the market today are not produced to such high standards, and may pose serious risks if taken internally.

The information here was developed specifically for dōTERRA^®' oils.  However, sensitivity is highly individualized, so you need to test the oils first to see how you will respond to them.

Essential oils for which dilution is not required

The following oils can be used topically without dilution, in most instances.  If your skin is very sensitive, dilution is still recommended.  They are generally regarded as safe for use on children over 6 years of age.

You will still want to dilute these oils for ingestion.

• Lavender
• Myrrh
• Sandalwood
• Ylang ylang