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By Cathy Wong, About.com Guide to Alternative Medicine since 2000

How to Use Essential Oils Safely

Saturday May 3, 2008
aroma_bottles.jpg If you've ever used essential oils, you know how enticing the scents can be. It's really easy to use a few extra drops here and there because a particular fragrance smells so wonderful. But these concentrated plant oils are really potent, and using larger amounts or using them improperly can cause problems. Play it safe by following these tips on how to use essential oils safely.

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May 12, 2008 at 3:44 pm
(1) A-Z Therapy Center says:

This article is great. Insightful and helpful. Thanks!

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