Are essential oils safe?

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With all of the controversy surrounding MLM companies that sell essential oils, I am starting to question how effective and safe they actually are. 
There is not a ton of information that is science and fact based to support a lot of the claims, and the main reason I choose to diffuse them is I simply prefer the smell over traditional candles or scentsy. I don’t believe the crazy claims that they have healing powers. But now I’m getting worried they might actually be dangerous. 
Does anyone have any info about the safety of diffusing essential oils, or if they should just be avoided?

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If you have pets or young children/babies, I'd just avoid them. I don't diffuse them but I have heard that some are dangerous for them. 
Most people here probably sell for MLMs young living and doTERRA so they're gonna say everything is super safe but lol... 
At least you're not ingesting them or using them as medicine!

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There are some not okay to use in pregnancy. I'd talk to your ob hun

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They're not safe around babies under 2 and a lot aren't safe around animals. It's all woo.

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I love diffusing peppermint or eucalyptus when i have migraines or feel stuffy. They definitely help. Smelling the peppermint helps my naseau as well, always has so i just keep a little bottle with me.

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They are completely safe and extremely helpful IF used correctly. They are never safe to ingest, even though people and companies say they are. Certain ones aren’t good during pregnancy or for breastfeeding, like peppermint. They need to be properly diluted especially around littles and animals. Just do your research.

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Some can be very concentrated. Meaning it only becomes dangerous if it’s not diluted properly. This is more worrisome when using them for internal use. If you’re just diffusing them, you’re probably fine.

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As long as you get them from a reputable company. I trust essential oils way more than scents which we already know have tons and tons of chemicals in them

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I would highly recommend using oils all the time-especially during pregnancy! There are some oils to stay away from during pregnancy and breastfeeding as it can effect hormones. For example, peppermint is not recommended during breastfeeding because it has shown to decrease milk supply in some cases. 
If you choose to use oils, the quality is of the utmost importance. I use You g Living oils because of the quality and purity standards. They even have a line of FDA approved oils intended specifically for dietary consumption. They are more expensive than oils you will find in the store or online, but the assurance of the quality is worth it. My dr. Actually suggested specific oil blends for my symptoms and encouraged me to bring in my diffuser when I come to deliver! 
They have noticeable and very real effects in calming, easing pain and discomfort, and providing the support your body needs when it isnt functioning at its best. They have been so helpful to me during my pregnancy so far-especially since most comfort meds are not allowed. I use a blend for my restless legs, peppermint and lemon for my swollen feet, and a congestion blend when I had an awful sinus infection! 
They are for sure not a substitute for modern medicine but a great, holistic additive!

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Buying them at the store is not as pure as through a distributer. I have family that works directly for young living (not as an mlm but at the actual manufacturing plant). They go through very rigorous testing and have labs on site to ensure the purity and quality of each batch. If it doesnt meet standards they do not sell it. Young Living and Doterra are similar in their approach, I prefer young living over doterra but I don’t think that doterra is bad either. But I wouldn’t buy them from the store only because you don’t know the purity or dilution methods, whereas I know exactly what I’m getting from Young Living. 
There is one oil I use for “medicinal” purposes and it’s the stress away roll on. I firmly believe it works, but as for anything else I use them because I like the smell. My FIL has used frankensence to help with age spots on his skin and has seen an improvement. I also like their bug spray, it’s natural and full of the harsh chemicals as traditional bug spray.

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