Aromatherapy Aromatherapy Safety and Practice 2

Question 1

What is the maximum recommended dilution of essential oil for a facial application on an adult?

Accepted Answer

0.5-1%

Answer

Facial skin is delicate, so dilutions are kept low at around 0.5-1% to avoid irritation.

Question 2

Which essential oil is considered phototoxic and should be avoided before sun exposure?

Accepted Answer

Bergamot

Answer

Bergamot contains furanocoumarins that cause phototoxic skin reactions in sunlight.

Question 3

What does a carrier oil primarily do in aromatherapy?

Accepted Answer

Dilutes essential oils for safe skin application

Answer

Carrier oils dilute concentrated essential oils so they can be applied safely to the skin.

Question 4

Why should essential oils generally not be applied undiluted (neat) to the skin?

Accepted Answer

They can cause irritation or sensitization

Answer

Neat application risks skin irritation, burns, and long-term sensitization.

Question 5

Which method helps identify a potential allergic reaction before full use of an essential oil?

Accepted Answer

A patch test

Answer

A patch test applies a small diluted amount to check for skin reactions before broader use.

Aromatherapy Practice Test