Do you know……… Photosensitization is the process in which ultraviolet (UV) radiation combines with a particular substance and causes chemical or biological changes.

      Essential Oil Toxicity

Since centuries, Essential Oils have been widely used for bactericidal, virucidal, fungicidal, antiparasitical, insecticidal, medicinal and cosmetic applications. Nowadays, more so in pharmaceutical, cleaning, cosmetic, agricultural and food industries. Because of the mode of extraction, mostly by distillation and cold pressed from aromatic plants, Essential Oils contain a variety of volatile molecules such as terpenes and terpenoids, phenol-derived aromatic components. Furocoumarins (most common ones are bergapten and oxypeucedanin), a special class of constituent that react when exposed to ultraviolet light and can cause photosensitization of the skin with inflammation, blistering, reddening or burning symptoms after topical application of a photosensitive essential oil. Therefore, when using a photosensitive essential oil topically, avoid sunlight for up to 12 hours after use, including tanning beds. For detailed safety information, please refer to Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young, Essential Oil Safety – Second Edition, 2014.

Some of the Essential Oils that may cause Phototoxic or Photosensitive Reactions:

Angelica Root

Bergamot

Bitter Orange

Cumin

Grapefruit

Lemon

Lime

Rue

Om Healing………..Uma
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