General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
Breathlessness preventing full sentences, blue lips or confusion requires a call to 15 or 112 in France. In the absence of these emergency signs, do not assume a spray or diffuser improves the air: essential oils can emit irritating or sensitising compounds.
Eye, nose or throat irritation, coughing and breathing difficulties have been reported. Diffusion should not be treated as harmless.
People with asthma or chronic respiratory disease should seek advice before use. Show the exact product and instructions.
Check that the intended use matches the oil’s stated purpose. A food or skin product is not automatically suitable for diffusion.
Keep sprays and bottles away from children. DGCCRF advises against essential-oil use in several groups, including children and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
If breathing discomfort develops without signs of respiratory distress, see a doctor the same day and describe the product and exposure. If the emergency signs above are present, call 15 or 112 immediately. General prevention information does not replace symptom assessment.
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