Dangers of Essential Oils: Top 10 Essential Oil Mistakes to Avoid | Dr. Josh Axe
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Essential oils have been shown in studies to have very few negative side effects or risks when they are used as directed. But given how popular essential oils have become in recent years, and how many different brands of oils are now available, it’s not surprising that there’s some growing concerns regarding essential oil safety.
On this episode of Ancient Medicine Today, I'm talking about the top 10 mistakes people make with essential oils as well as internal use, topical use, and aromatic use.
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Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CNS, is a doctor of chiropractic, certified doctor of natural medicine and clinical nutritionist with a passion to help people eat healthy and live a healthy lifestyle.
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Dr.Axe, THANKS a million for warning us about how to properly use the oils on ourselves and children. Very thoughtful of you.
Lavender, mint, eucalyptus, and lemon are all my favorites. Lavender just calms me down. Mint is for when I want to stay awake. Eucalyptus is for when I'm tired. Lemon is for when I'm feeling good. :)
Mint helps you to stay awake how?please explain it ll help me
@@hasnaat8123 Mint contains menthol, which binds to your cold receptors and increases their sensitivity. This causes the affected area to feel as if it is colder, which triggers a response from you body suggesting the possibility of danger. Because your body suspects danger, it prepares for fight or flight by releasing epinephrine (or adrenalin) and cortisol. These hormones increase alertness, dilate the blood vessels, and raise the heart rate. This is what causes you to feel awake. It's similar to pinching yourself or listening to loud music to stay up, because it basically just coerces your body into releasing hormones that keep you alert.
Hi is your lavender oil sweet smelling? I just bought some and I does not smell as I expected. Also do you know anything about red lavender oil and is it safe for hair?
"Taking 3.5 mL of undiluted oil can be fatal. Signs of eucalyptus poisoning might include stomach pain and burning, dizziness, muscle weakness, small eye pupils, feelings of suffocation, and some others. Eucalyptus oil can also cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea."
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Thx for sharing your knowledge with such a passion!
Love your advice and it has made me search for more info!
Thanks so much. I clicked on this skeptically, thinking you were going to be against what's natural, but you really taught me something, and it makes perfect sense!!
SO DID I! I was ready to comment and say "Dr." = do not click if you're interested in essential oils!
Hello Dr. Axe. I have been interested in essential oils for about a few years now. The few I know about have really helped me so much. I really learned a lot by your videos. Thanks again for everything you do!! :)
Kerry Kida
you're not going to like my response but I'm going to tell you anyway ....i learned aromatherapy with a guy who in the 1970s went to France to study real perfume making with the experts.
... later he added the title aromatherapy to his business cards .
.I got to smell what these real oils are like and the majority of the stuff in all those health food stores is synthetic and or inferior or water down with other oils .
if you're really really serious your best bet is to get the money together or get student loans... it probably would cost a lot to go to the perfumery school in France.
... the only reason I say that is because even if you study with a so-called professional aromatherapist..
.. you don't know how much they do or do not really know .
....some of these people are crackpots and have never smelt all of the real oils ...
. ..so some of them don't even know what it is that THEY don't know... if you understand what I'm saying.
...... just us too many people in America have never even had a real Pizza...
they think going to Domino's, Papa John's ,Little Caesars , all those places have fake pizza ...
.... they are loaded with chemicals, and preservatives and some even put high fructose corn syrup in the dough and the sauces.
... and don't even really use real cheese ...they use that stuff made from oil... cheese is a dairy product .
.... the same applies the aromatherapy and essential oils Market.
... most people don't know what these real oils are supposed to smell like .
....so I'm telling you your best bet is to really learn it at the right place.
.. go to France it'll change your life I'm sure once you smell a real Clary Sage or hundred-year-old rose oil or real kananga real Hyacinth you never forget what any of these smell like and right away you know when something doesn't smell right
Extremely informative! Thanks so much. Loved your 5 oils in the "thinking you need to know everything section". We have had some amazing, even surprising experiences with Tea Tree, Frankincense and Lavender.
Never knew essential oils had so much complexity. Thanks for the education Doc.
yes i am a target here in the usa ...the cia implant me with signals from nasa satelites ...these oils can save yo life my friend....for more info go to GANGSTALKING SIMULATION
@@gangstalkingsimulation1319 Actually it’s the anti cavity toothpaste that renders your teeth visible to spy satellites.
Lavender oil under the pillow.
Jasmine oil in my candle burner.
Tea tree oil in my shampoo.
bleach oil in my water.
@@Scrufflord lmaoooo
Olive oil in my salad
Motor oil in my car
Vegetable oil in my pan
I love all your videos and have learned so much. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge.
Extreemly informative, getting psyched!
So well versed!! I love the way you don't skip a beat, you don't studder and you don't say "uumm". at all during your video. You kept me interested till the end. TY!!!
3:34 just sayin
Dr Josh, the video is very informative and a few days ago I was very interested to use essential oil. Now, I know its importance and to use with much care. Thanks for the preventive advice.
Absolutely on point. Brilliant episode ☺☺
Love Dr. Josh, you are my most favourite doctor when I need some guidance. Thank you so much, for all those great videos. ♥️
You're welcome, mate
You're right on Dr. Axe. I took a course in 92' and learned all about what your talking about.
Thank you Dr. Axe! You’ve inspired me to further my education in essential oils. I truly appreciate all the education you give. God bless you and your family. Much love!
Thank you so much for the educational insight on essential oils. It never crossed my mind that it could effect little children and pregnant women in so many ways. I live in Hawaii and we normally use oils on skin for the sun and for stretch marks on belly. Thanks again Mahalo :)
Which ones do you usually use ?
Dr Josh thanks for excellent advice and helpful information on what they do- and how to use properly- great videos 👏🏻🥰
The most essential oil in my house will always be castor oil, for by taking regularly 1 tablespoon (15 ml) castor oil early in the morning on an empty stmach you will not only be able to excrete all the waste deposed in your bowels but all the toxins in your body (especially methymercury!) via the liver too, and for this one there will exist no dangers.
I had no idea that there was so much information on Essential oils
You're so smart. Thank you for this video. very informative. 🙂
Thank you for this video! I learned so much.
This information really has helped me,thank you
Hey Mike! I'm so glad you found this helpful. You may also enjoy this article: draxe.com/essential-oils/essential-oil-safety/?.
Thanks I'm new to essential oils and this was great
Great content . Which is the best anti ageing oil we can use on face in summer / winter ?
What about German chamomile on the face. Use that and 🌹 hip seed oil it makes my skin beautiful
Excellent and very informative video. Thank you.
You left peppermint oil of the list of oils dangerous to pets, and it can actually be fatal in some cases. I bought peppermint oil to smear around my windows as we were having a problem with wasps swarming our windows at night, and heard peppermint oil would deter them. Days later my cat got very sick and was convulsing, rushed to the vets and found out it was the peppermint oil. Please find out if the oil you want to use is pet friendly before you try it in your home
Glad that you are no longer promoting one of the MLM brands of oils. Many of them promote things that are not correct, like you mentioned...ingesting certain oils. Thanks for stepping up your game!!
What is MLM?
MLM stands for multilevel marketing company
@@DrJanTaplin would this be a company like Melaleuca?
I can’t comment on that company specifically because I do not know their structure. But basically it is a company that gives commissions to various levels, rather than just having someone by wholesale and then sell at retail. Hopefully that clears it up. If not, you may need to do your own research.
Thanks so much for this info! It was really needed and informative! 🌿
Dr Axe, I've been looking for essential oils & find myself perplexed by the shear volume of choices. Not all state origins, production, nor quality value such as organic & third party testing seal. Are there companies making essential oils properly? If so, will you please clear the way by naming some?
Getting a certification or training on aromatherapy is a great idea. And, it needs to come from an institute that is NOT affiliated with a direct sales or MLM business. In fact, training out of Great Britain is the Yale school of aromatherapy.
I use a lavender and chamomile pillow mist. It’s super relaxing!
This video had great info! Thank you!
Thank you, I'm starting to use oils more so this was very educational..
You're s so smart . Thank you for the information 😊
I just ordered ashweghandha and frankincense from Dr axe on Amazon. Excited to start using these.
So glad to find this video. I always check your website and trust your info but didn't even consider essential oil info would be up your alley - so glad it is!
Thank you, Dr Axe. That was informative.
Use them in moderation and safely. We use them with some things like sore muscles, sinus congestion, or just for their therapeutic properties. Just went through an essential oil course, I enjoy learning about them.
Does it say anything about VOCS?
Can you recommend a brand for suppositories for prostate health? Thank you!
Thanks for this info. I am convinced about the healing potentials of oils and sometimes I must admit I can get carried away 🙈. Knowledge is important.
The best place for essential oil knowledge can be found in an unbiased sales free environment.
Great information! I watch your videos and use your products. Please continue your great work!
Great information thank you, Doctor! ☀️
Loved the video, thanks for posting :)
I really enjoyed all the facts you have provided...is it possible to recommend a brand that has no pesticide and is organic??? I'm weary to trust labels that may not include complete information. Thank you!
I wish I would have found your channel sooner! I have been researching this information the difficult way; watching your videos is way more efficient & informative!
Seriously so glad I've watched this! Thank you!
Hi Dr Axe, I just got into essential oils, this was a very informative video, I will look thru to see if you have anymore about this subject, thanks !
Hi Dr Axe, I take a drop of thieves/onguard daily in a glass of water. Is this safe?
Thank you for providing this excellent information! I really appreciate it - especially pointing out the dangers for pets 🐾 that's really important ☺
Great information 🐺🐕 wouldn't want to my pets sick thank you so much!!!😊
You would be surprised how many videos don't mention this.
With pets, you must use very little amounts compared to what you would use as a human being. Animals are MUCH more sensitive to oils that we are.
YourConscience
I stumbled onto your vid on my quest for something else. Glad i did. It makes me happy to know that you are providing this wonderful safety guidance !!
Thank you so much for what you have done here !!!
Glad I could help! Thank you for coming on mission with me!
thx alot 4 sharing this incredible knowledge... I just need to know right now...
I am an avid user of oils and diffusing so I was happy to see some honest information on the topic.
As a Chef it is imperative to spread positive but also truthful information about foods, chemicals, and tools we use and share with others.
"Spot on"! Thank you.
Very informative video. Thanks Doctor!
Thanks for the knowledge
My hands down favs are lemongrass and litsea. They just smell good to me and are so uplifting.
Lavender, helichrysm, bergamot, frankense, eucalyptus, (an extra: 3 drops grapefruit oil, 2 drops peppermint, and 2 drops rosemary on cotton balls kept in a ziplock make an effective ' awake and alert' synergy. I made a lot of money selling to Bay Area musicians back in the day. It would get them through that last set without caffeine.)
pretty comprehensive and responsible presentation covering potential household member even pets (what about elderly?). Very thoughtful video.
Thank you, Dr Axe for your help❤❤❤
Dr Axe...
What oils can be used to help in hormone replacement? If someone had a full hysterectomy and has no hormones and is suffering from menopausal symptoms.
Love my essential oils. It’s common sense if you know how to use them 😇💕💕💕❤️💜
Thank you so much for the information.I sincerely appreciate your help❤
I am diffusing frankincense lemon and Eucalyptus it’s my all-time favorite💖💨
Love your channel, so informative and interesting. Thank you. Do you know much about using essential oils in candles? Most blogs say 'don't bother' as the hot throw scent is weak and essential oils are expensive. I hesitate to use fragrance oils in candles because even though they give off a strong hot throw, they are synthetic and can bring on a headache. Kind regards
I ADORE frankincense!!!! I use it daily on my face with coconut oil.. every one is amazed that I'm sixty one..look much younger
how much coconut oil & how many drops of frankincense please? Thank you
Okay that's proof! I just started using that with tansy oil.
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What brand please?
I use it with plain aloe vera gel!
Thanks for sharing great advice..
I've heard of people who've lost their sense of smell getting it back after using peppermint oil 😍 My brother lost his sense of smell, I sent him some, but I have to keep on him 🙏 praying..
This was a great video for learning some basics on essential oils. I’m trying to find useful information regarding essential oils because I am getting more into it to help with stress and anxiety. I struggle with severe anxiety daily and it’s nice being able to find something natural over seeing a doctor for everything. I’d really like to reduce the amount of visits to the dr office.
I had surgery 2 mos ago and I'm using a rosehip/helichrysum blend. At night, I use a face moisturizer w/those oils, jojoba, frankincense and vitamin E. I use those same oils on my body, plus coconut. Plan to keep it going for a year, see what happens.
many rhanks to you Doc. God bless😇
Thanks lots of info that I didn't know about.
Thanks for the advice about pets. My cat had an open wound that wouldn't heal on her throat. I applied helichrysum diluted in coconut oil twice a day for two months and it healed completely. Just make sure it is well diluted. Helichrysum has a mild smell but it is very strong. Always dilute properly.
I love using essential oil. I use it mostly for diffusing, but I have used it at work for rejuvenation or with my crystal healing/grids. Many times I have used it for anxiety and relaxation. Tea Tree oil mixed with olive oil is excellent for furniture polish.
thanks Doc. what an eye opener.
This is insightful, thanks for sharing
Rosemary, clove, peppermint, tea tree, lemon, my favorites. I use clove oil for tooth ache and/or gum issues.
As usual, thanks for the great information. I had no idea you could become certified in essential oils. Would that be aromatherapy certification or is there another type of certification regarding essential oils?
You get certification as an essential oils COACH, not in EOs per se. This includes ways to use EOs topically, internally and aromatically.
Lonnie Cox a lot of massage schools offer certification training for aromatherapy or essential oils
Aromahead offers legit certification online. There are others that are NAHA (national aromatherapy assn.) approved. That's what you should look for.
Great video, thanks!
Thank you so much for this overview, hence I was weighing options between different companies and Doterra, which claim to have the purest and most ethical oils. It’s hard to discern what company truly provides scientifically pure oils. Still I am really grateful for your presentation.
I wish I was a doctor. He is so smart. 💕
I’v been using essential oils for several years. In my oil burner, hair and skin. I learned about the oils, how to use and their benefits. People need to learn about essential oils, and how to use them, which oils are good for what.
what do you use for your hair?
What fo use for your skin ?
I usually just pray for better skin and hair. It has the same effect. /s
Great info. Thank you!
Great vid! Many thanks!
Thank you for this straight forward easy to take in knowledge! And thank you for addressing babies and pregnancy and not placing all this FEAR about it! Use with common sense and in the correct way.
Thankyou dr axe, im a professional housekeeper. ..i use no chemicals, but essential oils in all my cleaning. ..i change them according to my clients needs...our favorites are, rosemary, orange, pine,peppermint and lavender. ..i have made a cream that i use on my face with coconut oil as carrier and few drops of frankincense and mhyrr. ..love it...at night i diffuse grapefruit or peppermint and orange as these are my hubby's favorites
Therese Crouch which company
Interesting.
You need to kill the germs first lady...
It is very useful. Thank a bunch
Thank you for the information on essential oils.
any ideas or suggestions on where to get certificated in EU? Thank you 🙏
Yup, lavender, tea tree, citrus, eucalyptus, sandalwood and garlic oil are my basics. Also great for my skin~
Hi, how do you use them on skin? Is it ok also for the face skin? Thanks a lot for replying!
Totally agree. Education is the key
Thank you for a well balanced view on essential oils.
Being a certified aromatherapist, I advice/inform my clients on all the issues mentioned in the video as well. Glad to see that someone is giving such excellent information to those who are not trained or educated on essential oils, since they are not so “innocent”, “harmless” or “safe” as everyone thinks they are!! Yes,they are very interesting and could help people in several ailments,but...Many of those have serious contradictions and should be used in low quantities or not at all! Regarding pregnancy: it is adviced during the first trimester that pregnant women should avoid using ANY essential oil at all. After the first trimester only two or three essential oils could be used,and they should definitely be diluted in a carrier oil. Kudos for this video!!
What about Young Living oils? I have a cyst on my liver and kidney, should I take precautions?
Kalena Aguayo Hi Kalena. I suppose you’re referring to the company which sells essential oils and it’s called Young Living,right? Can you please tell me what kind of cysts do you have and what did your doctor tell you about them? Also, do you take any medication about those cysts? And how do you use those essential oils,externally or internally?
@@mariahasakioili I am referring to YL. I have 2 cysts on my liver, which may only be hemangiomas (sorry if that's spelled incorrectly). I have a small cyst on my kidney. Testing has not been done yet. I also have fibromyalgia, cfs, endometriosis & ovarian cysts (follicular). I use the oils in every way. I don't take any medication for the cysts. I do take medication for fibromyalgia, C-PTSD & a back injury. Effexor, methadone, xanax. At times (very rarely), I take oxycodone, flexeril.
@Kalena Aguayo how do you use essential oils? For instance, do you burn them in an oil diffuser? Do you use them with a carrier oil for massage treatments? Do you take them internally? Also,which oils do you use??
@@mariahasakioili I use an ultrasonic diffuser, I use them in carrier oils and I ingest them. I also apply some topically, without carrier oil.
You needed to have a disclaimer on your video for Lupus. I put frankincense in my mouth like you suggested and my throat closed up in the morning.
Can you talk about the safety of essential oil inhales like FUM and Capnos?
🤦🏻♀️ I was thinking that might’ve been the reason why I was allergic to Jojoba oil... I used to use gel for a little bit on my hands and then I would put oil on before and after... so now I believe even more so that it might have been that I used the oil and also used the UV lamp at the same time... thank you and I think I finally understand better why I got allergic to Jojoba oil.
What to do if a allergic reaction on the skin occurs, with a rash and itching?
I have a LEMON MYRTLE tree in Australia which I can use to naturally steam the leaves and dilute 🙂 grow your own lavender/peppermint/whatever! GROW it and it will be safe
What state are you in? They are hard to get in Perth
Eucalyptus Citriodora is also an amazing tree. Someone had a huge tree in her front yard, and I used to walk past breathing deeply, wanting to jump her front fence and rake up all her leaves. And take them home ;-)
Count Olaf they live in australia....
@@loganthompson2882 Perth is in Australia, I guess he is in other state. Nice place, some day I will visit.
Ángel José Chacín García idk why but i forgot they had states🤣 i really dont know how i could forget that i used to live there🤣 so whoops my bad
Amazing video, it's great to hear you mention the importance of education. Really, great job. Love and kisses from Italy!
Thank you for sharing this information .