Mix Up and Blend!...DIY holistic and beauty product supplies

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Health and Safety

General

  • Check that you or the person you are creating the product for does not have any allergies to any of the ingredients e.g. nuts, wheat, citrus etc
  • If the person has sensitive skin and/or a history of allergic reactions, make a small amount of your intended product, carry out a patch test by applying a small amount of the product to the inside of their elbow or wrist.  Leave for 24 hours and then check.
  • In the case of allergic reaction, wash the skin with clean warm water and seek medical attention.
  • Store ingredients in a cool, dark storage away from children
  • Detailed Material Safety data for spillage on skin and surface areas, ingestion and inhalation is available on request
  • When creating products, maintain good personal hygiene, use sterile equipment and ensure that your workspace is clean and clutter free.

Essential Oil and Fragrance oil General Safety

  • Never use E.O’s or FO’s near or in eyes.  In the case of an accident, flush the eye with full fat milk and seek medical attention.
  • Never take E.O’s or FO’s internally
  • Always dilute your oils by mixing them in the appropriate % with a carrier product.  Wear protective gloves when dispensing to avoid neat contact with the skin.
  • Assess suitability of E.O for each individual i.e. check that it is safe to use based on any existing health conditions or given the fact that they are children/babies, pregnant, have sensitive skin etc
  • Always adhere to recommended dosages paying attention to age of user, skin sensitivity and any existing health conditions

Essential oil dosage:

Body and Bath products

Facial skin products

Adults & teenagers 13+: (unless pregnant)

up to 2.5%

1.25%

Pregnant women, Sensitive skin, Elderly and those who are less mobile

1 to 1.5%

0.5 -0.75%

Babies:

0.5%

0.25%

Infants 1-5 years of age:

1%

0.5%

Children 6-12 years:

1.25%

0.625%
  • For cosmetic grade fragrance oils, use 1-2% for body and bath soak products, up to 5% for wash off products (e.g soap, shower gel).  They are not suitable for use in products for children under the age of 13.
  • Keep out of the reach of children, pets and anyone with special needs.  Always ensure that the dropper is in place as this acts as a protective guard in the unlikely event that it is accidentally consumed.
  • If the oils are accidentally consumed drink full fat milk and seek medical attention.
  • Avoid spillage of neat essential oils on plastic or polished surfaces
  • E.O’s and FO’s are highly flammable and so must be stored away from heat sources in cool, dark conditions.
  • If you are unsure whether an essential oil or blend is suitable for use – do not use it! Purchase aromatherapy literature or seek the advice of a professional aromatherapist.

If you do not have experience of creating your own beauty and holistic products, I advise you to purchase a copy of my Guide to DIY Bath, Body and Facial Products which covers the following information: more in depth health and safety;  essential oils, recommended amounts, oils which are contraindicated (when it is not safe to use them), the properties of 16 popular oils essential oils and which ones are suitable for each skin type, the uses and properties of all the ingredients I have for sale, storage of products, more than 50 basic and advanced recipes facial, body, bath and hair products.  Alternatively, you are of course free to purchase any other material which will provide you with this essential information.

NB EU regulations require all finished cosmetic products to undergo an external Safety Assessment prior to selling them to the general public.   If you wish to create and sell your own beauty and holistic products, please contact your nearest Trading Standards or the Department  for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform for futher advice and information http://www.berr.gov.uk/


DISCLAIMER – The above information is provided as a guide only.  Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the above information is accurate and up to date, neither Zoe Penny nor Revive Holistic & Beauty Therapies accept liability in respect of any omission or error in the information provided.  The purchaser should always satisfy her/himself as to the ultimate suitability and safety for an intended application. Revive Holistic and Beauty Therapies accept no liability in the unlikely event of an adverse reaction occurring when using one of its products.  Some products or ingredients, even natural ones, can cause an allergic reaction in some individuals. Always try a test patch or discontinue use of any product or ingredient suspected to cause a problem. You should consult your physician or appropriate medical reference for any advice regarding specific health concerns or treatments. The information provided is for informational purposes, does not include all available sources, and is not intended to be a prescriptive or medical guide. No liability is accepted in respect of any reputed therapeutic characteristic. The liability of Revive Holistic & Beauty Therapies is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss. Revive Holistic & Beauty Therapies shall not be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon. Revive Holistic & Beauty Therapies shall not be responsible for any damages resulting from use of or reliance upon this information. The user of the product is solely responsible for compliance with all laws and regulations applying to the use of the products, including intellectual property rights of third parties. Keep all products and ingredients out of eyes and away from children's reach.