Are Essential Oils Safe for Kids? Some sellers promote the health benefits of these plant extracts with evangelical zeal. But they have few proven benefits and, in some cases, can carry serious risks.

Essential oils are most effective when they’re used to treat an acute problem, such as mild skin infections, sleep problems and allergies (use caution with eucalyptus and menthol in young children).

Are essential oils safe for children? The short answer is, yes! Many are safe, in diluted amounts, and can have big benefits for the little people in your family.

Some essential oils can even be poisonous if absorbed directly through the skin. Others, like orange, lime, and lemon, can cause phototoxicity if applied before exposure to the sun.

Your quest to solve a number of health ailments - anxiety, insomnia, nausea and more - may have brought you to look up essential oils. They're usually sold in small, dark-colored bottles and have ...

How to use essential oils Essential oils are likely safe to inhale, University of Maryland School of Pharmacy assistant professor Lauren Hynicka, PharmD, BCPS, tells USA TODAY.

Meredith: I’ve heard and read articles about how essential oils have damaged pets and kids. It makes it so confusing to know what’s safe and what isn’t. Amanda: Thanks for bringing that up.