Aromatherapy & Essential Oils — FAQ

Practical, honest answers to the questions people most often ask about essential oils and aromatherapy — grounded in real discussion from the r/aromatherapy and r/essentialoils communities and verified Amazon.com reviews.

Does aromatherapy actually work for anxiety?→ Is it safe to ingest or drink essential oils?→ How do I clean my essential oil diffuser?→ How many drops of essential oil should I put in a diffuser?→ What are the best essential oils for sleep and relaxation?→ How do I dilute essential oils for use on skin?→ Do rosemary and peppermint oil really help hair growth?→ Are doTERRA and Young Living oils worth the price?→ Does “therapeutic grade” essential oil mean anything?→ Which essential oils are safe to use during pregnancy?→ Are essential oils safe to diffuse around pets?→ Which essential oils help with nausea?→ Can essential oils help with headaches?→ Why shouldn't I go in the sun after applying citrus oils?→ Water diffuser vs waterless (nebulizing) — which is better?→ Which essential oils should a beginner start with?→ How should I store essential oils, and do they expire?→ What are some good essential oil blends to try?→ How do I use tea tree oil safely?→ How can I tell if an essential oil is pure or fake?→ What is yuzu essential oil, and what is it good for?→ What is hinoki (Japanese cypress) essential oil?→ What makes Japanese essential oils different?→ How do reed diffusers work, and how long do they last?→ Is hinoki good for sleep and relaxation?→ How do I use essential oils to make my home smell good?→ Are essential oil diffusers safe if you have asthma?→ Can I use a diffuser as a humidifier, or run it without oils?→