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Ep. 77: REPLAY - Phototoxic oils and what needs to be considered to stay safe


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What You’ll Learn

In this episode, Nikki chats with Rhonda about the importance of safety when it comes to phototoxic essential oils. 

In this episode, Rhonda goes over

  • What is phototoxicity

  • What is photosensitization

  • What is a photoallergy

  • How these can present on the body, photo contact dermatitis

  • The chemical compounds that should be used with caution

  • Rhonda shares a personal family story about the unsafe use of cinnamon essential oil and how that still has an effect years later

  • What you should keep in mind with phototoxic essential oils

  • Following safety guidelines such as max dermal application to avoid phototoxicity

  • What furanocoumarins and how it plays a role in photosensitizing oils

  • Diffusing and photosensitizing

Remember, these reactions can happen year-round.

Many people associate photosensitizing oils with summer months, however, it is important to note that these reactions can occur in the winter months also! 

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This podcast is for information purposes only. We are certified clinical aromatherapists and holistic health professionals. If you have a medication concern, please refer to your health team. Everyone’s health is unique to themselves, so the topics and suggestions stated may or may not apply directly to you. Please reach out to an aromatherapist to work with or consider training to become one yourself!

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