tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post7168322942084850291..comments2023-05-29T15:09:56.777-07:00Comments on BUBBLE AND BEE: Essential Oils to Avoid During PregnancyStephanie Greenwoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comBlogger356125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-75012919387017383592018-02-25T09:08:26.667-08:002018-02-25T09:08:26.667-08:00Oh thanks for reminding me, Michelle!
@Anonymous...Oh thanks for reminding me, Michelle! <br /><br />@Anonymous -- If you got a heavy whiff of the clove I could see how it could have irritated your respiratory tract. (Could happen with practically any essential oil, however, clove being a spice could have been more irritating, especially if there was an allergy involved.) <br /><br />@Sam Sam -- Yes -- lavender essential oil is fine to use during pregnancy, when diluted in a topical product, barring any personal allergies of course. Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-24471198190508741132018-02-23T08:30:01.309-08:002018-02-23T08:30:01.309-08:00Dear Stephanie, You are usually so GREAT at answer...Dear Stephanie, You are usually so GREAT at answering peoples questions; with that said, I noticed the last two people--Anonymous, from July/2017 & Sam Sam from October/2017 haven't been answered!!!!! Would You PLEASE REPLY To Them??���� Very Sincerely, MichelleAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03789344735020552199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-41830387615941453852017-10-12T09:33:24.434-07:002017-10-12T09:33:24.434-07:00Hi, is body shampoo or hair shampoo containing lav...Hi, is body shampoo or hair shampoo containing lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil suitable for pregnancy ?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16478336983894530987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-91822757601858172762017-07-15T13:36:14.254-07:002017-07-15T13:36:14.254-07:00Hi, I recently attended an essential oils party. I...Hi, I recently attended an essential oils party. I had smelled everything and was having a good time until I got to the clove oil. I smelled it and all of a sudden I felt an itch in my throat. I started coughing too. It just got more intense from them along with with the cough. I had to leave and continued coughing for at least an hour later. Do you know anything about clove oil and why it would do that? It was a Doterra oil. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-33484995167500080852017-02-22T08:07:13.919-08:002017-02-22T08:07:13.919-08:00@Unkown--No need to worry--The eucalyptus shouldn&...@Unkown--No need to worry--The eucalyptus shouldn't have caused any problems with your pregnancy. :)Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-46704496138462027782017-02-21T17:16:07.472-08:002017-02-21T17:16:07.472-08:00I've been using Dr. Jacob's eucalyptus cas...I've been using Dr. Jacob's eucalyptus castile liquid soap, which contains eucalyptus oil. I've been using it a long time and didn't even think about it, but I'm 10 weeks pregnant and concerned. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11655766627355957061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-67157162259020141952017-02-07T11:52:27.172-08:002017-02-07T11:52:27.172-08:00@Ash--grrr, hate it when they don't disclose t...@Ash--grrr, hate it when they don't disclose the essential oils on a product--how are you supposed to know that it's safe!? <br /><br />But, you should be just fine. The exposure was likely low enough to not be a problem, even if there was an oil that's best to avoid. It's more about daily repeated contact. Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-25983237804876856352017-02-07T11:38:11.980-08:002017-02-07T11:38:11.980-08:00I'm 12 weeks pregnant and Last night my husban...I'm 12 weeks pregnant and Last night my husband massaged my shoulders with a massage oil for muscle aches. He used no more than a teaspoon for my entire back. I didn't even think about it before he started rubbing that it had essential oils in it. The ingredients just say fractioned coconut oil and "essential oil blend". <br />After he was done and I realized the mistake I washed off my back. Do you think I have anything to worry about?Ashhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14526487352007233599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-7743310478300256092016-12-11T08:23:24.677-08:002016-12-11T08:23:24.677-08:00Thanks for your question Suzie!
Anise should onl...Thanks for your question Suzie! <br /><br />Anise should only be used topically (and diluted, of course) or diffused during pregnancy. Tarragon should be avoided entirely, internally, externally, during pregnancy or not. It contains estragole and methyleugenol which are possible carcinogens.<br /><br />Any essential oil used during pregnancy should not be taken internally and only applied diluted on skin or briefly diffused. <br /><br />I would recommend using herbal teas (ginger, etc) to help with nausea over any essential oil use. Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-37840689629700822362016-12-10T17:21:13.666-08:002016-12-10T17:21:13.666-08:00Hi Stephanie - regarding morning sickness during p...Hi Stephanie - regarding morning sickness during pregnancy, are any of the following oils contraindicated? Anise, Patchouli, Carraway, Coridander, Tarragon? I understand Peppermint, Ginger, Spearmint, Fennel are safe and effective. Would you recommend ingestion of any in particular or topical with carrier only? Would you recommend any additional EO's to help with nausea? Thanks in advance SUZIE Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-89320807744759261692016-08-26T11:09:54.524-07:002016-08-26T11:09:54.524-07:00@Unknown--Well, that's a tough thing to consid...@Unknown--Well, that's a tough thing to consider. If it's just 1 drop, it's a relatively small amount. However, if you're adding it to water, it's not being solubilized and thus not truly diluted (since water and oil don't mix) so you're exposing your mucous membranes to full-strength essential oil, which can, over time, lead to irritation. High amounts of peppermint can also be harmful if you have any kind of atrial fibrillation. It may be a good idea to stop ingesting it and instead switch to peppermint tea. You'll get a nice peppermint flavor still (better than water) but the compounds will be much less concentrated. <br /><br />Here's an article on my other blog about how to use peppermint essential oil safely: http://www.groundedorganic.com/how-to-use-peppermint-essential-oil/<br /><br />Hope that helps! :D <br />Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-68992160904246671862016-08-26T10:57:58.847-07:002016-08-26T10:57:58.847-07:00My question or should I say concern is, I've n...My question or should I say concern is, I've never been a water drinker. I'm 35 weeks pregnant and during my second trimester I discovered seltzer water with natural flavoring and fell in love with the carbonation.. I would drink at least 4-6 a day which can add up in $$ after sometime. since I've shifted into my 3rd trimester I've discovered placing a drop or two of peppermint oil into my 24oz. Water bottle was not only delicious but allowed me to tolerate regular water as long as there was a drop of doterra peppermint oil in it.....and needless to say, I think I'm addicted.. I want to inhale the peppermint oil at least 4 times throughout the day for a refreshing pick me up.. and Imy constantly refilling my 24oz. Water bottle and adding a drop of peppermint with it. My husband thinks I'm doing something harmful, but I haven't been able to find anything saying that peppermint in my water is dangerous for consumption. please help me assure my husband that it's safe, or not.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14535395895848986272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-50957914621096294632016-08-24T12:36:46.682-07:002016-08-24T12:36:46.682-07:00Hi Kelly, thanks for your question! You should be ...Hi Kelly, thanks for your question! You should be just fine with the rosemary in the waxelene--it might even be rosemary antioxidant oil instead of rosemary essential oil, which would be even safer. <br /><br />I'd probably avoid the wintergreen toothpaste just to be safe. Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-14011204858060278132016-08-24T11:29:11.142-07:002016-08-24T11:29:11.142-07:00I am currently 37 weeks pregnant and have been usi...I am currently 37 weeks pregnant and have been using Waxelene, an all-natural petroleum jelly alternative, on my lips before I go to bed every night for the last couple of months. The ingredients are as follows: Organic GMO-free soy oil, natural & unbleached raw beeswax, natural vitamin E oil and organic rosemary oil. After reading your answers to the comments, I realize that the rosemary oil shouldn't be a problem if not ingested, but I'm thinking there is a good chance that I AM in fact ingesting it(even if only in small amounts) since I am applying it to my lips. Is there reason for concern for my everyday use of this product? I can't seem to find a good answer for this anywhere else!<br /><br />Also, I just purchased Tom's of Maine toothpaste in Wintermint flavor. One of the ingredients listed is Wintergreen oil. Should I avoid using this toothpaste?<br /><br />Thanks so much for your attention to these comments and questions! Kellynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-26203691547387002612016-06-25T16:51:39.573-07:002016-06-25T16:51:39.573-07:00You'll be fine, Anonymous! I wouldn't sugg...You'll be fine, Anonymous! I wouldn't suggest continuing to do that because you can get skin irritation, but it doesn't pose a risk to your pregnancy. :)Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-2833218639699844212016-06-25T15:03:05.542-07:002016-06-25T15:03:05.542-07:00I know this is an old thread but I am hoping for a...I know this is an old thread but I am hoping for an answer. I am 5 weeks pregnant and I dipped my finger in a bowl of water that had about 5-6 drops of lavendar essential oil. I also used tea tree oil on my face for some pimples. Will I be okay? I am really worried. Thank you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-62494141749878934872016-04-16T07:39:53.071-07:002016-04-16T07:39:53.071-07:00@L--thanks for your question! Citronella and lemon...@L--thanks for your question! Citronella and lemongrass aren't contraindicated in pregnancy unless you have a particular allergy, of course. Our bug spray is safe for use during pregnancy a well. Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-53740565901882351762016-04-16T07:28:27.050-07:002016-04-16T07:28:27.050-07:00First off, I'd just like to say thank you for ...First off, I'd just like to say thank you for so throughly responding to all the above comments! I went through them and was amazed since I've been on site after site trying to get some information and it's hard to find someone who's knowledgeable to respond with the influx of comments and questions. So thank you! <br />I came to this page because I'm pregnant and was trying to find what essential oils I need to avoid to find a bug mosquito and tick repellent spray. All my natural brands have citronella in them which I heard I should stay away from. I've used burts bees and the honest company ( soybean oil, castor oil, citronella, cedar, lemongrass, rosemary, geranium, and peppermint) in the past. I believe they both have citronella and lemongrass in them. I've seen above that you don't feel lemongrass is concerning topically. Any concerns about citronella? Is the bubble and bee bug repellant safe for pregnant people? Any suggestions?<br /><br />Also, any suggestions when it comes to sunscreen when pregnant? <br /><br />Help! I'm totally overwhelmed and the Zika on the news is terrifying me as well as the idea of putting sunscreen or bug repellent on my skin that can hurt the baby. <br /><br />Thank you so much!!! Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01139708732910404258noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-6073462638043873772016-04-05T09:59:19.052-07:002016-04-05T09:59:19.052-07:00hi stephanie,
I'm so sorry to bother you agai...hi stephanie,<br /><br />I'm so sorry to bother you again, but it seems a mix-up happened with the products another woman called sophie posted ;)<br />Would be so great if you could comment on the oils in the skincare products below again, as I'm pregnant and very worried about everything. <br /><br />face serum: A. digitata (Baobab) oil* infused with H. italicum flower + R. officinalis, O. ficus-indica (Indian Fig) seed oil*, R. chamaemorus (Cloudberry) seed oil<br /><br />face serum: C. aurantium (Neroli) oil*, C. atlantica (Cedarwood) oil*<br /><br />face oil: Wild-crafted Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Seed Oil, Wild-crafted Psidium Guajava (Guava) Seed Oil, Wild-crafted Silybum Marianum (Milk Thistle) seed Oil, Wild-crafted Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Oil, Citrus Sinesis (Blood Orange) Oil*, Wild-crafted Michelia Alba (Magnolia) Blossom Oil, Rosa Damascena (Rose Otto) Flower Oil*, Wild-crafted Boswellia Carteri (Frankincense) Oil, Melissa Officinalis (Melissa) Leaf Oil*<br /><br />I also would like to ask if the following oils in your opinion are really safe, because there is conflicting information on the internet? Jasmine oil, blue tansy oil, rose oil. <br /><br />Thanks so much and all the best,<br />Valerievaleriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17906430852495203231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-55325878737751345622016-04-01T05:18:46.655-07:002016-04-01T05:18:46.655-07:00Oh Hi Valerie, sorry for missing your post there. ...Oh Hi Valerie, sorry for missing your post there. Let's see...<br /><br />The serum...I'm not a big fan of aspen bark extract due to the salicylic acid content, but otherwise it looks fine. (You can read more about salicylic acid here: http://chemicaloftheday.squarespace.com/todays-chemical/2010/6/21/salicylic-acid.html ) Not an immediate risk to you or your baby.<br /><br />The oil product looks just fine.<br /><br />The eye serum--same thing with the aspen bark extract, but otherwise fine. <br /><br />The night cream--looks fine. <br /><br />The toothpaste--yeah, the fennel is one that I recommend avoiding, but the short-term low-dose exposure shouldn't be something that would have harmed your baby. <br /><br />I hope that helps! Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-61068174201828069652016-04-01T05:02:53.476-07:002016-04-01T05:02:53.476-07:00hi stephanie,
I posted a comment before inquiring...hi stephanie,<br /><br />I posted a comment before inquiring about the safety of some skincare products, but maybe the post was too overwhelming because it involved the complete list of ingredients... to make it a bit easier for you to oversee, I'm now only writing down the essential oils, because if I understood it right, plant extracts are not a problem at all? What are supercritical extracts by the way? Are they also safe? And plant sterols? And what about plant extracts (herbs) extracted through oils as oil infusions? All very complicated to me ;)<br />It would be so great to hear from you, because I'm 15 weeks pregnant and very unsure about which products to use at all. <br /><br />face serum: A. digitata (Baobab) oil* infused with H. italicum flower + R. officinalis, O. ficus-indica (Indian Fig) seed oil*, R. chamaemorus (Cloudberry) seed oil<br /><br />face serum: C. aurantium (Neroli) oil*, C. atlantica (Cedarwood) oil*<br /><br />face serum: Essential oils of Lavandula angustifolia (lavender), Helichrysum italicum (helichrysum), Cistus ladanifer (cistus), Curcuma longa (turmeric) <br /><br />night cream: rosa damascena (rose) flower oil*, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) leaf/flower oil*, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower oil*, citrus aurantium (petitgrain bigarade) leaf/bud oil, bisabolol, tanacetum annuum flower oil*, santalum spicatum (sandalwood) wood oil<br /><br />face oil: Wild-crafted Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Seed Oil, Wild-crafted Psidium Guajava (Guava) Seed Oil, Wild-crafted Silybum Marianum (Milk Thistle) seed Oil, Wild-crafted Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Oil, Citrus Sinesis (Blood Orange) Oil*, Wild-crafted Michelia Alba (Magnolia) Blossom Oil, Rosa Damascena (Rose Otto) Flower Oil*, Wild-crafted Boswellia Carteri (Frankincense) Oil, Melissa Officinalis (Melissa) Leaf Oil*<br /><br />Also, I'm a bit worried, because I used a toothpaste all the time which contains fennel oil, cinnamon leaf oil, clove bud oil and myrrh oil. Of course I stopped using it since a few days, but do you think it did any harm?<br /><br />Thank you so much in advance and all the best,<br />Valerievaleriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17906430852495203231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-56215703870529714772016-03-31T16:36:33.379-07:002016-03-31T16:36:33.379-07:00@Anonymous re: DigestZen.
This is a blend that I ...@Anonymous re: DigestZen.<br /><br />This is a blend that I would advise against during pregnancy or otherwise. Tarragon essential oil contains estragole and methylestragole which are potential carcinogens. The minimal use you've described is not likely to be a problem to you or your baby, but I'd advise against using this product, pregnant or not. Stephanie Greenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16857938596820726359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-7581383293816179642016-03-31T15:43:26.484-07:002016-03-31T15:43:26.484-07:00This is a wonderful post and your research is very...This is a wonderful post and your research is very thorough. I cannot find a straight answer on the safety of DigestZen from DoTerra during pregnancy. Is it safe to use topically during pregnancy? Does it need to be diluted? My friend swears by it and recommended I rub a few drops on my chest/stomach, undiluted, whenever I have heartburn. I have only used it once a day and only 1-2 drops. It helps me more than all of the PPIs and H2-blockers my doctor can prescribe, but I am worried it is harmful to the baby. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-38257380329126390212016-03-30T05:06:22.701-07:002016-03-30T05:06:22.701-07:00Hi Stephanie,
your post is really helpful, thanks...Hi Stephanie,<br /><br />your post is really helpful, thanks a lot!<br />I'm also pregnant and interested in the safety of three skincare products, maybe you could let me know what you think about the ingredients?<br /><br />The first one is a serum:<br />Camellia sinensis (green & white tea) infusion, Citrus aurantium (neroli) hydrosol, Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) hydrosol, Olea europaea (olive) oil, Leucidal (leuconostoc/radish root ferment), Populus tremuloides (aspen) bark extract, Isododecane (stabilized l-ascorbic acid), mixed tocopherols (vitamin E), xanthan gum, ferulic acid, n-acetyl glucosamine, niacinamide, non-GMO sunflower lecithin, sodium salicylate, potassium sorbate, probiotic complex, Coenzyme Q, astaxanthin, lycopene<br />Essential oils: Lavandula angustifolia (lavender), Helichrysum italicum (helichrysum), Cistus ladanifer (cistus), Curcuma longa (turmeric) <br /><br />Second one an oil:<br />Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) oil, Borago officinalis (borage) oil, Camellia sinensis (camellia) seed oil, Limnanthes alba (meadowfoam) seed oil, Persea americana (avocado) oil, Olea europaea (olive) oil, Actinidia chinensis (kiwi) seed oil, Salvia hispanica (chia) oil, Rubus idaeus (red raspberry) seed oil, Sesamum indicum (sesame) seed oil, Calophyllum inophyllum (tamanu) oil, Rosa rubignosa (rosehip) seed oil, mixed tocopherols (vitamin E) oil, Punica granatum (pomegranate) seed oil, Brassica oleraceae var.Italica (broccoli) seed oil, Opuntia Ficus-Indica (prickly pear) seed oil, algae oil, Solanum lycopersicum (tomato) seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) oleoresin, astaxanthin<br />Essential oils: Lavandula angustifolia (lavender), Pelargonium graveolens (rose geranium), Helichrysum italicum (helichrysum), Myrtus communis (green myrtle)<br /><br />Last one an eye serum:<br />Camellia sinensis (green & white tea) infusion, Olea europaea (olive) oil, Citrus aurantium (neroli) hydrosol, Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) hydrosol, Isododecane (stabilized l-ascorbic acid), mixed tocopherols (vitamin E) oil, Leucidal (leuconostoc/radish root ferment), Populus tremuloides (aspen) bark extract, xanthan gum, sodium salicylate, ferulic acid, n-acetyl glucosamine, niacinamide, non-GMO sunflower lecithin, silicon cross polymer, carnosine, dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, aminoguanadine<br />Essential oils: Helichrysum italicum (helichrysum), Lavandula angustifolia (lavender), Myrtus communis (green myrtle) <br /><br />Thank you so much in advance,<br />x,<br />SophieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056660268035747967.post-57114388141021525412016-03-29T05:52:00.493-07:002016-03-29T05:52:00.493-07:00PS.: Also, I'm a bit worried, because I used a...PS.: Also, I'm a bit worried, because I used a toothpaste all the time which contains fennel oil, cinnamon leaf oil, clove bud oil and myrrh oil. Of course I stopped using it since yesterday, but do you think it did any harm?<br />Best, Valvaleriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17906430852495203231noreply@blogger.com