Many consumers believe that aromatherapy essential oils can be directly applied to the skin to achieve skin care and soothing effects. Dermatologists remind that undiluted aromatherapy essential oils have high concentration, and direct application is easy to cause skin burns and allergies, so they need to be used after strict dilution.

Natural aromatherapy essential oils are highly pure and irritating. Except for a few mild essential oils such as lavender and chamomile that can be applied to acne marks and mosquito bites in small amounts, other essential oils need to be diluted with carrier oils (such as jojoba oil, sweet almond oil).

The dilution ratio needs to be adjusted according to the purpose: the daily skin care dilution ratio is 1%-2% (1-2 drops of essential oil + 10ml carrier oil); the body massage dilution ratio is 2%-3%; the dilution ratio for sensitive skin and children does not exceed 1%.

Experts emphasize that clean glass containers should be used for dilution to avoid contact between essential oils and metals; a skin sensitivity test should be done before application. Apply the diluted essential oil to the inner wrist and observe for 24 hours to ensure no abnormalities before use.

If skin redness and stinging occur after directly applying undiluted essential oil, wash it with clean water immediately, apply aloe vera gel to relieve, and seek medical attention if severe.

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