Are essential oil nasal inhalers safe?
Essential oils are highly concentrated, so inhaling them directly can irritate the respiratory tract. This may lead to symptoms such as coughing, nose and throat irritation or shortness of breath. After all, there are plenty of chemicals you shouldn’t mix (bleach and ammonia, for example). Luckily, the answer is no – there are no two harmless essential oils that become harmful when combined.
How many drops of essential oil to put in an inhaler?
There are several parts to the inhaler: The wick: Where you drop 10-15 drops of essential oil or an essential oil blend. An essential oil nasal inhaler is a small tube that has a cotton wick inside that is soaked with 12-15 drops of essential oils. It is a quick, efficient, and non-messy delivery system of essential oils into your respiratory and nervous system.Step 1: Saturate the cotton stick with 10 – 20 drops of the desired essential oil or blend. Step 2: Insert the saturated cotton wick into the Inhaler and secure the plug. Step 3: Tightly screw on the outer sleeve to keep scent from drying out.
What is the 30/50/20 rule for essential oils?
What is the 30-50-20 rule in essential oil blending? It is a guideline that recommends using 30% top notes, 50% middle notes, and 20% base notes to create balanced and long-lasting essential oil blends. The 30-50-20 rule in essential oil blending is a guideline for creating well-rounded aromatic profiles. It divides a blend into three parts: 30% top notes, 50% middle notes, and 20% base notes. Top notes, like lemon or peppermint, are the first scents noticed but fade quickly.
How long to inhale essential oils?
For steam inhalation, you put 2-5 drops of an essential oil into a bowl of hot water (not boiling, about 45°C, 113°F), lean over the bowl and inhale for about 10 minutes. One of the most remarkable benefits of essential oil inhalers is their ability to ease anxiety and tension. With just a simple inhalation, the soothing aroma of pure essential oils like Neroli and Bergamot envelops your senses, melting away stress like ice under the sun.