MELILEA AROMA-FAQ-ENG

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MELILEA AROMATHERAPY FAQ

1. What is an essential oil?
Essential oils are high concentrated form of the oils found naturally in the flowers,
leaves, bark, stems, seeds, and other parts of plants. The essential oils are extracted
through a variety of methods, including cold pressing, steam distillation (the most
common method), hydro distillation, CO2 extraction and Solvent Extraction. They can
be beautifully and powerfully fragrant or essence of the plant after the oils are
extracted. Essential oils have been used for thousands of years by cultures all over the
world for their pleasant and powerful fragrances and properties. Over 3,000 varieties
of volatile aromatic compounds have been identified to date.

2. Source/ Country of origins
Our essential oils are sourced from all over the world. Every essential oil sold by
Melilea is responsibly and sustainably sourced. MELILEA provides only high quality
Pure essential oil from the best growing country of origins, for example tea tree oil
native to Australia and Lavender, native to France.

3. Certified organic
A lot of research states that there may be no difference between organic and non-
organic essential oils due to the insignificant amount of pesticides typically found in
non-organic essential oils. At Melilea, we are not biased towards either side. We
appreciate that consumers are holding the natural industry to a higher standard.
While at the same time we believe that non-organic essential oils do not run the risk
of containing consequential amounts of pesticides.

4. The bottle of oil is not full, why?
All of our bottles are larger than the size mentioned on the label. To be full the oil
needs to reach the shoulder (curve) of the bottle. Usually this should be right above
the top of the label.

5. What type of carrier oil can I use? Is there anything else I can use besides carrier oil?
You can use Jojoba oil, Coconut oil, Avocado Oil (MELILEA PHYTO-3 Carrier Oil Blend
is made from these three-precious plant-based oils) or you can use plain unscented
lotion for massage or moisturizer.

6. Should essential oils be ingested/ used internally?
We do not recommend the general internal use of essential oils. Essential oils are
highly concentrated and have the capacity to cause burden to your body if used
internally without the necessary expertise required in administering them. The
internal use of essential oils should only be administered under the supervision of a
health-care practitioner who is qualified in the internal use of essential oils and truly
understands the chemical makeup of each individual oil.

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7. Can essential oils be used on children?
Because children are smaller and more sensitive than adults, it is important to
understand that the rules of essential oils are different for children than they are for
adults. Extra care should be taken with using essential oils on children. If your children
have specific health conditions or concerns, consult with their physician first.
Always dilute because children have sensitive, delicate skin and developing bodies,
you should always dilute before applying essential oil to a child’s skin. Start with
 Below 1 Year Old: No essential oil is needed, can use Phyto-3 Carrier Oil Blend
 1-6 Years Old: 1 drop of essential oil with 15ml of carrier oil
 7-12 Years Old: 3-6 drops of essential oil in 10ml of carrier oil

When trying a new oil with your child, apply the oil to the bottoms of their feet. The feet
are a nonintrusive, less sensitive area, providing the perfect place to apply essential oils
on young or delicate skin. Essential oil suitable for children: Lavender, lemon, orange,
chamomile.

8. Can essential oils be used while pregnant?
Using essential oils in pregnancy can be beneficial, but there are safety issues which
should be assessed. Pregnant women should avoid in the first trimester, but you still
can diffuse, for the meddle stage, we advise to consult your healthcare professional
before using essential oils. Some essentials oils are considered too powerful for use
during pregnancy as they may stimulate the production of certain hormones.

9. Is It Safe to Use Essential Oils While Breastfeeding?
We do not recommend using essential oils if you are breastfeeding, it’s important to
discuss your essential oil use with your healthcare professional when you become a
nursing mother. However, you can use carrier oil for massage, or essential oil for
diffuser.

10. Is it safe to use by people with chronic diseases?
The patients should consult their healthcare professional before using essential oils,
especially those who are in medication.

11. Is it safe to share essential oils with pets?
We do not recommend using essential oils around animals as they metabolize
essential oils differently than humans. If you wish to use essential oils on or around
animals, first consult with your veterinarian who is qualified in animal aromatherapy.

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12. Is It Safe to Use Essential Oils on the Skin?
Topical application is an efficient way to use essential oils for a localized effect.
Because essential oils are a lipid-soluble substance, they can easily penetrate the skin.
Essential oils are useful for promoting healthy-looking skin, creating a relaxing
massage, and more, but it’s important to follow safety guidelines to ensure proper
use. If you are new to essential oils, or are using oils you haven’t used on your skin
before, we recommend doing a patch test prior to use.

Patch test instructions: Apply 1-2 drops of essential oil to the forearm. Reactions
usually occur within 5-10 minutes. If you experience any adverse reaction, apply a
carrier oil on the affected area as often as needed instead of soap and water.

13. Can I use essential oil if I have sensitive skin?
If you have sensitive skin, are new to essential oils, or are using oils you haven’t used
on your skin before, we recommend doing a patch test prior to use.
Patch test instructions: Apply 1-2 drops of essential oil to the forearm. Reactions
usually occur within 5-10 minutes. If you experience any adverse reaction, apply a
carrier oil on the affected area as often as needed instead of soap and water.

14. How many % of essential oil is recommended for different category of peoples:

Below 1 Year Old Not applicable
Can use MELILEA Phyto-3 Carrier Oil Blend for personal
1-6 Years Old care purpose
7-12 Years Old 0.25%
Normal Adult 1-2%
Above 60 Years Old 3-5%
<3.0%

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15. Is there a way to burn essential oils to release the aroma into the air?
No, we don’t recommend burn the essential oils due to the heat might break the
aromatic compounds in the essential oils. We highly recommend the use of an
aromatherapy diffuser for essential oils.

16. I’ve heard I should avoid sunlight after using some essential oils. Is this true?
Yes, some oils, especially citrus oils, can increase your skin’s sensitivity to sunlight and
magnify the effect of harmful ultra-violet rays. Be careful to avoid sunlight for 12 hours
after applying the oil to your skin or until the oil has completely washed off.

17. How should essential oils be stored?
Essential oil should be stored in dark glass bottle, in a dark, dry location. UV exposure
will cause the greatest damage to the oil’s constituents, and combining heat exposure
with light exposure will negatively affect your oils more quickly.

18. Why same essential oil has difference scent compare to another brand?
Pure essential oils the composition of the oil can vary depending on the time of day,
season, geographic location, method and duration of distillation, year grown, and the
weather, making every step of the production process a critical determinant of the
overall scent of the essential oil product. Scent of essential oil might vary from batch
to batch as well.

19. Which essential oils are the best?
The best essential oils are those that are pure, safe, made without synthetic fillers and
without contamination or adulteration. It is preferably to have the essential oil from
the native country, as there will be the best growing environment and conditions for
the plant before harvesting. You’ll be able to choose the right essential oils for your
needs after you done your research.

20. Should the essential oil dilute before use?
Yes. You experience many benefits by diluting essential oils with carrier oil. Dilution
increases the amount of skin, or surface area, on which the oil is applied and absorbed.
The big component of the carrier oil will bring the small components of the essential
oil, goes into the body through the skin. This will enhance absorption through dry skin
and minimizes possible sensitivities. It’s never wrong to dilute oils, especially when
using oils with a more potent chemistry, such as Cassia, Cinnamon, Clove, Oregano,
Thyme, and others.