The Following Rules Will Help Keep You Safe

Rule #1: Never use Essential Oils undiluted on your skin. The only exception to this rule would be Lavender and Tea Tree which are generally agreeable with most people but some people may even find these irritating without dilution.

Rule #2:  Test for sensitivities. It is a good idea to test an oil before using it to see if there are any allergic reactions. To do this place Oil that you have diluted on the crook of your arm. Wait for 6-8 hours to see if any rash or other reaction becomes apparent.

Rule #3: Alternate Oils every 2 weeks. The reason for alternating your oils is so that your body does not build up a sensitization to any particular oil.

Rule #4: Never flush with water if oils get in your eyes. If you read the first part on Aromatherapy you will remember that Essential Oils do not mix with water. This will only spread the oil more. To get Essential oil out of the eyes flush with carrier oil or even vegetable oil if that is all that is handy or try milk with a high fat content. Essential Oils love fat and will attach itself to the fat readily making it easier to get it out of your eye.

Rule #5: If you have symptoms of Overexposure get fresh air. Generally this is not a problem for the average person but if you have been blending and pouring oils for quite awhile you may develop symptoms of overexposure. These would include Nausea, Headache, Skin Irritation, Emotional Unease or just feeling generally weird. If these symptoms pop up just go out and take some fresh air.

Our Essential Oils

The essential oils offered by The Natural Temple Essential Oils are 100% pure steam distilled plant oils with an unsurpassable fragrance, exceptional depth, magnificent keynote, and are free of carriers, diluents and other inputs. Here you will find some of the worlds most magnificent therapeutic grade oils from reputable distillers and suppliers we know, trust, and have a wonderful working relationship with. The Natural Temple Essential Oils essential oils are processed from freshly harvested material within clean distilleries, thus promising you some of the most magnificent oils available on the market. We invite you to "smell test" our line of oils with what is currently being offered in the market, and experience for yourself the unsurpassable nature of our oils.
We are so confident in the quality of our oils that we can provide gas chromatography analysis and specifications on the volatility and integrity for many of the essential oils we stock. As per our commitment to organic agriculture, we offer one of the nations largest selections of certified organic essential oils. Considering the amount of pesticide use from the planting to the harvest, we are very concerned about the low quality and potential health hazards associated with many conventional oils.
We perform painstaking research when we decide to stock a particular distillers oil and insist on the location of harvest, methods used to extract the oils, data reports assuring the oils character, and what type of material is used in the distillation process.

All of the essential oils we stock are obtained by steam distillation of fresh plant material with two exceptions

Absolutes/Resins- are extracted with a solvent, usually alcohol and sometimes other hydrocarbons, such as benzene, hexane, etc. While they are not suitable for therapeutic aromatherapy, they do make wonderful perfumes and are alcohol soluble. Those oils which we have found to be extracted with solvents will be noted as "solvent extracted."
Citrus Oils- All citrus oils offered are distilled strictly through cold pressed methods, and no steam distillation was employed to produce these oils.

Live Green - Consumer Tips

Stopping Global Warming

As pollution increases, so does the world's average temperature. Global warming forces rapid changes in human and animal habitats. Life becomes more difficult, many species will not survive. Human industries and activities produce the world's air pollution, most of it carbon dioxide and other "greenhouse" gases that result in global warming. The U.S. releases approximately 40,000 pounds of carbon dioxide per person each year.

What You Can Do

You can help stop global warming by taking these 10 steps to cut your yearly emissions of carbon dioxide by thousands of pounds.

1. Next time, buy a car that gets at least 30 miles per gallon (reduces carbon dioxide 2,500 pounds a year over a car that gets 10 mpg less.).
2. Where you can, choose an electric utility company that does not produce power from polluting sources such as fossil fuels and nuclear fission. (Enormous potential reductions in carbon dioxide emissions.)
3. Replace standard light bulbs with energy-efficient fluorescents. (Reduces emissions by 500 pounds per year light bulb.)
4. Replace worn-out home appliances with energy efficient models. (Reduces emissions by up to 3,000 pounds per year.)
5. Choose the best energy-saving models when you replace windows. (Reduces emissions up to 10,000 pounds per year.)
6. Wrap your water heater in an insulating jacket. (Reduces emissions up to 1,000 pounds per year.)
7. Install low-flow showerheads that use less water. (Reduces emissions up to 300 pounds per year.)
8. Ask your utility company for a home energy audit to pinpoint the biggest energy-wasters. (Potential reduction of thousands of pounds per year.)
9. Whenever possible, walk, bike, carpool or use mass transit. (Reduces emissions by 20 pounds for every gallon of gasoline used.)
10. Insulate walls and ceilings and save about 25% of home heating bills. (And reduce emissions by up to 2,000 pounds per year.)

Additional Resources
Energy Star Website: http://www.energystar.gov - Energy Star products use less energy than other products, save you money on utility bills, and help protect the environment.

Making Sense of Essential Oils for the Aromatherapy Community:

* The Natural Temple is committed to bring you the best pure essential oils and alternative health information that has the potential to improve your health and emotion well being using natural methods without the synthetic and man made remedies that may have a profound impact on the lives of those who have not received relief from traditional methods using harsh chemicals and other related non-natural treatment methods. Among us, hailing from across the US and world, are health professionals, students, and members of the public dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of nutrition.

* The Natural Temple’s mission is to empower health professionals, students and the public to practice and live the principles of an ancient and time honored natural health alternative. Through clinical, time tested and scientific information and tools, we strive to bring aromatherapy and essential oils knowledge to bear in service of health and healing. Our mission is “Making Sense of Essential Oils to the Aromatherapy Community.”