Aromatherapy and Essential Oil Safety Awareness Spokane, WA, May 26, 2008
The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) announces the beginning of an official investigation of improper and potentially hazardous use of essential oils. The purpose is to collect data in one central location and assist the public by providing information about any adverse affects that have been experienced due to the undiluted or internal use of essential oils. NAHA has posted a form on their website that such individuals can easily use to provide information for this investigation. Please visit www.naha.org

NAHA is receiving a growing number of questions and reports about complications due to treatment using unsafe and out of scope practices, such as the use of sensitizing and irritating essential oils undiluted on the skin. Spa and salon owners are often unaware of the liability issues in allowing this practice in their establishments. The NAHA Safety Committee, headed by Sylla Sheppard Hanger of the Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy will compile data and publish a body of evidence and guidelines for correct safety procedures. This will enable more public awareness and build a basis for possible future action to protect the public from unsafe practices.

NEW Essential Oil Reaction Report Form
Essential Oil Reaction Report
Essential Oil Reaction Report Form (Online Version)
Essential Oil Reaction Report Form (Word doc)
For more information:
NAHA 3327 W. Indian Trail Road PMB 144 Spokane, WA 99208
www.naha.org info@naha.org  PH: (509)325-3419 (PST) FAX: (509) 325-3479
NAHA Safety Chair: Sylla Sheppard Hanger sylla@tampabay.rr.com