Question 1

is it safe to apply lavender essential oil to the skin?

Accepted Answer

Yes...: ...As long as you're not allergic to it. But there is no credible evidence that it is going to do anything beneficial either - although you may attract some bees.

Question 2

i want to make diy toy cleaner, is white vinegar, distilled water and lavender essential oil effective and safe on babies(12 months and younger)?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: It should be safe, but the lavender oil is not needed. Avoid using the toys until dry.

Question 3

i sleep with lavender essential oil on my pillow for sleep, but lately i wake up every day with a stuffy nose. is this normal or an allergy to it?

Accepted Answer

Not normal: It is not normal to have a stuffy nose every day. Whether this is due to allergy or not requires an examination and evaluation.  The lavender oil per se is unlikely to be the cause for your congestion although the scent may potentially trigger sneezing and even a runny nose. The easiest way is to use another pillow not touched by lavender oil and see if the congestion goes away or not.

Question 4

can 2/3 drops of undiluted peppermint oil, and the same amount of undiluted lavender oil, cause any serious systemic effects when applied topically?

Accepted Answer

Depends.: If you are putting it on an open sore or cracked skin, it may not help and may make things worse. Any break in the skin increases absorption into the system of anything put on the skin.  Also, a person can be allergic to either one and that is bad, too and this can have systemic effects.  For the proper use of herbal products, make sure there is good, unbiased, ad-free research to justify it.

Question 5

is it harmful to inhale a few drops of lavender and rose oil dropped on a piece of cloth for stress?

Accepted Answer

Essential oils:  Essential oils can be used in aromatherapy.  Placing a few drops on a piece of cloth can be ideal to help with stress. I often encourage my patients to put a couple of drops of lavender on a washcloth and it place near their pillow at night to help with sleep.

Question 6

would something like a neilmed sinus inhaler non-medicated aromatherapy inhaler be safe to use during pregnancy? its just a essential oils of peppermint, eucalyptus, menthol, lavender that you inhale through your nose to help clear sinuses? thank?

Accepted Answer

: I would say all those ingredients are safe during pregnancy but talking to your OB doctor for advice is still recommended.

Question 7

what is the best way to deal with insomnia when nothing seems to work, melatonin doesn't help and lotion with chamomile and lavender essential oils didn't help. got only 1-2hrs of sleep maybe. i think stress may have contributed to it. ?

Accepted Answer

Insomnia: First try to identify causes and get sleep routine.  No alcohol at all, No caffeine 8-6 hours  before bed, no food or drink 2 hours before bed ,turn off all electrical equipment , quiet dark room, stay in bed.Warm milk 2 hours before bed. Besides melatonin can try valarian 200-400 mg 2 hours before  bed. Check for sleep apnea. f/u with urgent care doctor.,

Question 8

can jock itch cream help treat trichomycosis pubis?  i have tried shaving and using essential oils like tea tree body wash/lavender extract as aids.

Accepted Answer

No, its bacterial: trichomycosis sounds fungal but is caused by Corynebacterium. You've taken the most important step towards treatment but after just shaving once it usually comes back. Shave for 3 weeks and use Benzoyl peroxide gel or wash which will help clear the infection and prevent recurrence. Antiperspirant helps.  Topical antibiotics clindamycin or erythromycin are very effective, antifungal naftifine works

Question 9

trying to conceive and i think i may have felt implantation last night. without thinking i rubbed three drops of lemongrass essential oil on my skin ?

Accepted Answer

Politely: you did not feel implantation, it is not possible to feel implantation. Implantation happens (when and if it happens) 6-7 days after ovulation, maybe as late as a few days afterwards and is too subtle to feel in any way. A pregnancy test is reliable 1-2 days before the expected period, or 11-12 days after fertilization. What are you worried about? Good wishes.

Question 10

is it safe to use lavender oil for a newborn?

Accepted Answer

Safer to avoid: Lavender is an herb whose oil has a muscle relaxing effect. It has been studied as a treatment for hair loss in humans, but its safety and efficacy for other conditions are unknown. Lavender oil appears to have female hormone effects and therefore might not be safe for prepubertal children. Lavender oil is also known to be an inflammatory trigger, increasing sun sensitivity and allergic reactions.

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I sleep with lavender essential oil on my pillow for sleep, but lately i wake up every day with a stuffy nose. is this normal or an allergy to it?

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Can 2/3 drops of undiluted peppermint oil, and the same amount of undiluted lavender oil, cause any serious systemic effects when applied topically?

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Is it harmful to inhale a few drops of lavender and rose oil dropped on a piece of cloth for stress?

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Would something like a neilmed sinus inhaler non-medicated aromatherapy inhaler be safe to use during pregnancy? its just a essential oils of peppermint, eucalyptus, menthol, lavender that you inhale through your nose to help clear sinuses? thank?

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What is the best way to deal with insomnia when nothing seems to work, melatonin doesn't help and lotion with chamomile and lavender essential oils didn't help. got only 1-2hrs of sleep maybe. i think stress may have contributed to it. ?

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Can jock itch cream help treat trichomycosis pubis? i have tried shaving and using essential oils like tea tree body wash/lavender extract as aids.

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