We have put together some of our favorite blends to create this list of essential oils for kids and family rollerball remedies. You can create each of these recipes to aid in daily care.
From helping your child get a good night's sleep to stopping a bug bite from itching, these remedies for using essential oils on children are sure to be a staple in your home. See below for these special blends perfect for essential oils for kids!
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Essential Oils for Kids Remedies
As a rule of thumb, only use highly diluted essential oils for children.
According to the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy, For infants and young children: 0.5 – 1.0% dilution = 3-6 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier.
In my opinion, a 2% dilution is safe for children 5 years and older for most oils and blends. Always consult with your natural healthcare provider to confirm – especially if your children are on medications – to make sure there are no contraindications.
Some of the essential oils for kids remedies below are perfect for everyday use, whereas the others are nice to keep on hand for the occasional childhood care concern.
Our Breathe Easy blend is nice to have during the cold season or when dealing with allergies. The Calm and Focus blend is helpful during homework time or before heading off to school.
Note of caution: there are reports claiming that the chemical menthol can negatively affect young children. Because there is menthol in peppermint and other other essential oils, some people recommend against using certain oils on or around children under 5, 7, or 10 years of age. There is no consistency here, and age recommendations are quite varied.
It is important to remember that there is virtually no research about how essential oils for kids affect children to confirm these recommendations. It is interesting to note that most authorities have given Vicks Vapor Rub the thumbs up for 2+ years, and menthol is a key ingredient. Does this mean that menthol-containing oils are safe for 2+? We're really not sure. We feel comfortable using it with our kids, but some children may have a negative reaction, so use caution when introducing it to them if you have any concerns.
Unfortunately, the manner in which menthol interacts with the other chemicals in essential oils is NOT fully understood, so being cautious is wise. With that said, we have used peppermint around our children (all are 7 or younger) and have no negative effects to report. This is not an authoritative statement, just food for thought regarding using essential oils on children.
Remember that with younger children or those with more sensitivities, you can always decrease the total number of drops or increase the amount of carrier oil to dilute the essential oils more.
Sleepy Time Kids Roll-On
Quantity
Ingredients
- 3 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops vetiver essential oil
- 2 drops Roman chamomile essential oil
- Carrier oil*
Supplies
- 10-15ml glass roller bottle (depending on age)
Instructions
- Add essential oils to your glass roller bottle.
- Fill the remaining space in the roller bottler with your carrier oil of choice.
- Shake well.
- Roll on your child’s big toe or sole of feet at bedtime.
Soothing Bug Bite Balm And Itch Relief Kids Roll-On
Quantity
Ingredients
- 4 drops lavender essential oil
- 3 drops peppermint essential oil
- Carrier oil*
Supplies
Instructions
- Add your essential oils to the glass roller bottle.
- Fill the remaining space in the roller bottle with your carrier oil of choice.
- Shake well.
- Apply to the bug bite to relieve itch and sting.
Breathe Easy Congestion Blend
Quantity
Ingredients
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
- 1 drop cardamom essential oil
- 1 drop eucalyptus essential oil
- 1 drop lemon essential oil
- 1 drop tea tree essential oil
- 1 drop rosemary essential oil
- Carrier oil*
Supplies
Instructions
- Add your essential oils to the glass roller bottle.
- Fill the remaining space in the roller bottle with your carrier oil of choice.
- Shake well.
- Apply to your child’s chest or bottom of feet to aid with breathing.
Focus And Calm Kids Roll-On
Quantity
Ingredients
- 2 drops vetiver essential oil
- 2 drops drops frankincense essential oil
- 1 drop cedarwood essential oil
- 1 drop sandalwood essential oil
- Carrier oil*
Supplies
- 10-15ml glass roller bottle (depending on age)
Instructions
- Add essential oils to your glass roller bottle.
- Fill remaining space in roller bottle with your carrier oil of choice.
- Shake well.
- Apply to your child’s wrists, over their heart or on the back of their neck.
Anxiety Relief Kids Roll-On
Quantity
Ingredients
- 4 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops wild orange essential oil
- 1 drop vanilla absolute, CO2, OR oleoresin (optional)
- Carrier oil*
Supplies
- 10-15ml glass roller bottle (depending on age)
Instructions
- Add essential oils to your glass roller bottle.
- Fill remaining space in roller bottle with your carrier oil of choice.
- Shake well.
- Apply to your child’s wrists to help with anxiety.
