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Top Festive Essential Oils For The Holidays

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Here are some of our favorite essential oils to diffuse around the holidays! 

  1. Peppermint
  2. Cinnamon
  3. Nutmeg
  4. Cardamom
  5. Ginger
  6. Cloves

Safety Recommendations

Peppermint M. ×piperita essential oil is on the FDA Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) list [3].

Peppermint M. ×piperita essential oil does contain some constituents that can be toxic: menthol, menthone, piperitone, and thymol. Peppermint M. ×piperita oil has been known to cause allergic reactions in the mouth, neck, and throat. These reactions were noted when peppermint M. ×piperita oil was consumed in large doses. If you are pregnant or nursing, suffering from any medical condition or taking medication, consult a Registered Aromatherapist before use. Avoid your eyes and mucous membranes. Always dilute essential oils appropriately.

Want to learn more about the holistic and safe use of essential oils?

You can view ACHS’s guidance on essential oil safety and best practices by downloading our Aromatherapy Safety ebook by clicking here.

References:

[1] https://info.achs.edu/blog/all-about-peppermint

Tracey Abell, ACHS President

Tracey Abell, ACHS President

Tracey is President and CEO of the American College of Healthcare Sciences, where she brings over two decades of experience in higher education leadership, including expertise in accreditation, compliance, academic operations, and strategic growth. A longtime advocate for distance education, she also serves as a DEAC Commissioner and Board Member, helping to shape national standards for online learning and institutional quality.

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